The Office of Indigenous Initiatives
The Office of Indigenous Initiatives builds community, advances reconciliation/conciliation and integrates Indigenous ways of knowing and being into the fabric and life of the University.
We're Committed to:
- Respect and inclusivity
- Access and support
- Truth telling
- Strong relationships
- Raising awareness
- Consensus-based decision-making
- Skennen (Peace)
- Kahsatstensera (Power)
- Kahnikonriyo (Righteousness/The Good Mind)
Learn about the resources, programs, funding opportunities and Indigenous initiatives that are helping to build a campus that embraces reconciliation and encourages all members of the Queen’s community to learn about Indigenous ways of knowing.
Recent Messages and statements
August 12, 2020
Statement of Support for Indigenous Students, Staff and Faculty
July 14, 2020
Mourning the Loss of Indigenous playwright and Professor Emeritus Daniel David Moses
July 3, 2020
Act of Vandalism at the Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre
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Invite to attend: Debrief & Open Dialogue with Al Doxtator
On September 16, 2020 from 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., we invite you to join Te Howis Kwûnt (Allen Doxtator), Elder and Cultural Advisor from the Office of Indigenous Initiatives to debrief and chat about the impacts of COVID-19. This session is open to all staff and faculty within the Queen's community.
Register hereMourning the Loss of Indigenous playwright and Professor Emeritus Daniel David Moses
The Queen’s community is mourning the loss of Indigenous playwright and Professor Emeritus Daniel David Moses. The Associate Vice-Principal (Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation) has released a statement on the devastating loss of Daniel David Moses.
Read the Statement HereRequest Indigenous Cultural Services
Indigenous Cultural Services can be requested by submitting the online form. The Cultural Advisor and Elder in Residence are available for one on one meetings, to provide guest lectures, workshops, presentations and to facilitate ceremonies or circles.
Learn more about Requesting ServicesFaculty of Law - Building Name Consultation Process
The Queen’s Faculty of Law has begun the process for community consultation and deliberation on the name of the law building. An advisory committee has been formed and the committee will review comments submitted by the Queen’s community and general public.
More InformationCall for Proposals
The 2020 Indigenous Knowledge Symposium on Plant Sovereignty will take place online via Zoom on November 6 and 7, 2020. Proposals to participate as a presenter are being accepted until September 9th, 2020. Proposals can be submitted to the Office of Indigenous Initiatives.
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The Importance of Indigenous Studies
Kanonhsyonne (Janice Hill) Associate Vice-Principal (Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation) from Queen’s University speaks to the importance of Indigenous Studies.