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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

SFU Indigenous Student Centre

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SFU Indigenous Student Centre

The SFU Indigenous Student Centre is dedicated to providing Indigenous students with programs and services that are unique, cultural, and holistic.

A welcoming gathering space that provides holistic student support and services to Indigenous students from First Nations and Metis, and Inuit Nations.

09/02/2026

Indigenous students are invited and registration is required to join us for a special Naming Ceremony for our Burnaby Campus community.

After many years of work with language holders from the Kwikwetlem, Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam Nations, SFU will have the honour of receiving names in hənq̓əmín̓əm and Skwxwú7mesh Snichim for spaces on campus.

Join us at this invitation-only event to learn, witness and honour these gifts. This event will feature a lunch feast, followed by a ceremony with local dignitaries and Host Nations. Please email us at [email protected] by September 9th to learn more and receive the registration link.

08/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations Graduating Students! The ISC Honouring Feast will be happening the evening of October 7, 2026 for self-identified Indigenous students who graduated in Summer 2026.

📧 All prospective graduates should have received an invitation. Please make sure to check your email for a message from SFU Ceremonies & Events.

Deadline to register is September 23rd! You can also apply to be a speaker or cultural sharer by September 14th via the registration link.

If you have any questions, or did not receive this email, please reach out to [email protected]

08/24/2026

🎓 Are you interested in customizing your grad cap?

We have grad caps available for Indigenous students convocating in Oct 2026 or June 2027. This is an opportunity to Indigenize and customize this piece of Convocation regalia in a way that best represents your community, traditions, friends/family, and the self.

We recognize the hard work and time put into some of these creations, so it is great to plan ahead! Sign up here: www.surveymonkey.ca/r/iscgradcap or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

07/30/2026

🌞 Friday, August 7th is Beach Day! Come dressed in your Hawaiian shirts and sun hats as we bring all the sunny, relaxation-filled coastal vibes right to campus. Drop by any 3 of the ISC Spaces for a visit.

Unable to make it to campus? Share your spirit pictures on Instagram using the hashtag . Anyone who participates on-campus or virtually will be entered into a raffle to win a prize.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be NO BBQ in AQ 3144.

07/22/2026

☀ The hot summer weather is here! Please make sure to take care of yourself, and those around you. To learn more about staying cool and managing extreme heat, please refer to the SFU website: www.sfu.ca/srs/announcements/archive/prepare-for-heat.html

07/20/2026

🎉 Please help us welcome Tia to the ISC Team!

Tia de Groot is a proud Anishinaabe woman and member of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation. Tia is very excited to step into her new role at the ISC as an Indigenous Student Life Coordinator. Before her time at SFU, Tia was an elementary teacher, striving to further Indigenous education and reconciliation efforts within the K-12 school setting.

Tia has worked in similar roles at the University of British Columbia while completing her education. She graduated from UBC with her Bachelors of Education in 2025 and is a proud NITEP Alumni. She is very excited to continue supporting Indigenous Students navigating post-secondary by connecting them with resources and supporting their health and wellbeing.

Tia is looking forward to developing meaningful connections with the SFU ISC community. She is passionate about wellness and self-care, and looks forward to weaving this passion into her work with the ISC. She encourages students to visit her in AQ 2002 for support and connection. In her spare time, Tia loves to spend time outside or cuddle up with her two cats, Belle and Mawka.

07/17/2026

🍿 Thursday, July 23rd is PJ Day! Let's be comfy (but school appropriate) and watch some movies while enjoying popcorn. Drop by any 3 of the ISC Spaces for a visit.

Unable to make it to campus? Share your spirit pictures on Instagram using the hashtag . Anyone who participates on-campus or virtually will be entered into a raffle to win a prize.

07/16/2026

Our last Souper de jour will be Tortilla Soup with all the fixings! Stop by to say "Hi!" and stay a while to check-in and grab a bite. (Our Soups are gluten free and vegetarian friendly - extras served on the side to taste.)

07/06/2026

👋🏼 Help us welcome Jimmy to the ISC Team!

Jimmy Aitken is Coast Salish (Cowichan Tribes) on his mom’s side and Scottish on his dad’s side. Jimmy is excited to step into his new role as the ISC Indigenous Student Life Coordinator.

Jimmy has worked in similar roles at Langara College and Vancouver Community College while completing his education. He graduated in 2020 with his Diploma in Business Management from Langara College and graduated in 2023 with his Master of Arts in Leadership from Royal Roads University. He is excited to continue assisting and supporting Indigenous students navigating student life by connecting them with student resources and helping provide students with a sense of belonging.

Jimmy is looking forward to developing meaningful connections with the SFU ISC Community. He encourages students to visit him in AQ 2002 for support and connection. In his spare time, Jimmy enjoys exploring neighborhoods, in and around Vancouver, and trying out new places to eat with his partner.

07/03/2026

Come work with us! The Indigenous Student Centre is seeking Indigenous Student Ambassadors (ISAs) to support ISC programs, services and events at both Burnaby and Surrey campuses for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms.

Check out the job description linked in our bio to learn more.

There are limited openings and applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. Email your resume to Treena Chambers ([email protected]) to apply.

Address

8888 University Drive, AQ 2002
Burnaby, BC
V5A1S6

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30am

Website

https://linktr.ee/sfu_isc

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