10/01/2026
Myrna, an Elder from Walpole Island First Nation Bkejwanong Territory, has been a part of the Huron community through events and gatherings. Myrna shares her cultural knowledge of many Indigenous communities, inviting introspection about how our responsibilities shape relationships.
This September, Myrna will return to campus to lead our opening ceremony in addition to many other events, as Huron comes together to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day of learning, remembrance, and reflection.
In the photo, Myrna stands beside Huron’s Indigenous Initiatives Logo, a visual identity rich in cultural significance and transformation. The artwork features braided sweetgrass, representing kindness and honesty; the Tree of Life, symbolizing reconciliation and growth; and the Amik (beavers), representing caretakers of community and reflecting Huron’s enduring connection to the land.
Myrna’s teachings and the symbolism of the logo ignite the opportunity to reflect about reconciliation in practice, whilst encouraging learning and building strong connections with cultural roots.
Learn more here: https://huronu.ca/news/the-meaning-behind-huron-universitys-indigenous-initiatives-logo/