Fanshawe College Institute of Indigenous Learning

10/02/2026

Check out this job posting for Indigenous STEAM Educator at the STEAM Education Centre in St Thomas

10/02/2026

Our Indigenous Transition and Learning Advisor, Andrea Kennedy, made one of her favourite ribbon skirts in our latest video! 💜

She made this beautiful skirt during one of our ribbon skirt-making events, and she’s worn it to our annual year-end gathering and Indigenous Artisan Market.

Watch our latest video to see Andrea’s ribbon skirt-making process and this special skirt come together! ✨

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09/30/2026

Today is Orange Shirt Day.

But why do we wear orange? 🧡
Orange Shirt Day was inspired by the story of Phyllis Webstad, a Residential School Survivor.

When Phyllis was just six years old, she arrived at residential school wearing a new orange shirt given to her by her grandmother. When she arrived, her clothing and personal belongings were taken from her: including her orange shirt. It was never returned.

Today, the orange shirt has become a powerful symbol of what was taken from Indigenous children through the Residential School system: their culture, identity, language, family connections and sense of belonging.

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, wearing orange is also a reminder of the importance of truth-telling, education, healing and the ongoing work of reconciliation.

🧡 Every Child Matters.

Today in Forwell Hall we will be holding an Indigenous Artisan Market, Orange Shirts Designed by Fanshawe Fine Arts Foundation student Robin Cornelius will be for sale from 10:00-2:00.

09/29/2026

Come check out the Indigenous Art show happening in Siskinds Gallery (H1019) from now until Friday!!

On Thursday October 1st from 12-1 the Art Show Gala will take place in Siskinds Gallery

The Gala will be an opportunity to:
🎨 Meet the artists
🤝 Connect and network with others
🍪 Enjoy some snacks and refreshments
🏆 Celebrate our creative spirits and recognize artists through awards

Scan the QR codes in the gallery to vote for your favourite piece!

09/24/2026

FYI Chippewa students!

09/24/2026

Orange Shirt Day Activities at Fanshawe College next week!

🎨✨ INDIGENOUS ART SHOW | SEPTEMBER 28–OCTOBER 2 ✨🎨
Come celebrate Indigenous creativity, art, and creative expression at Fanshawe College!
The Institute of Indigenous Learning in collaboration with The Centre for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Fanshawe Student Union, is proud to host an Indigenous Art Show in the Siskind Gallery (H1019) from September 28–October 2, 2026.
This week-long showcase will highlight the creative work of Indigenous students and staff at Fanshawe. Come take a moment to explore the gallery, appreciate the work of our Indigenous artists and creators, and submit your vote for your favourite student work.

🌿 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1st at 12–1 PM
Join us for our Art Show Gala!
The Gala will be an opportunity to:
✨ Celebrate our Indigenous artists and creators
🎨 Meet the artists
🤝 Connect and network with others
🍪 Enjoy some snacks and refreshments
🏆 Celebrate our creative spirits and recognize artists through awards

📍 Siskind Gallery — H1019
📅 September 28–October 2, 2026
🎉 Gala — October 1 | 12–1 PM

Indigenous Artisan Market | September 30

Join us at Fanshawe College for an Indigenous Artisan Market in recognition of Orange Shirt Day.

Come by Forwell Hall from 10 AM–2 PM to support Indigenous artists, makers, and small businesses. A variety of Indigenous-made items will be available for purchase, including Orange Shirts.

Come shop, connect, and support Indigenous small businesses in our community.

📍 Forwell Hall, Fanshawe College
📅 September 30
⏰ 10 AM–2 PM

We hope to see you there!

09/22/2026

"Respect has to be earned" - Paul Petahtegoose

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09/18/2026

We currently have employment opportunities available for Registered Early Childhood Educators and Supply Assistant ECEs.

For more information, please contact Lena Weekes at [email protected] or 226-376-6535.

09/14/2026

Can't wait to see you there!! Grand River Employment and Training

09/10/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Welcome BBQ!

It was so great to see new and returning Indigenous students come together, share some food, meet new people, and start the semester with us.

We hope you had a chance to connect, get to know the Indigenous Student Hub, and feel a little more at home on campus. We’re so happy to have you here and can’t wait to see you throughout the semester!

Here’s to a great Fall 2026 semester. We’ll see you around the IIL!