The Faculty of Native Studies

06/19/2026

More than a building, the new First Peoples’ House is a place of truth, healing and belonging.

In this reflection, Shana Dion shares the significance of its opening this summer and the powerful symbolism of a doorway created to welcome generations of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students.

Read more: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/the-quad/2026/06/more-than-a-building.html

06/18/2026

Our Indigenous Peoples Day and Pride event was such a great showcase of First Nations, Métis and Inuit talent in our city! Thanks to everyone who came out and celebrated with us. 🌈

06/17/2026

Come out and celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day and Pride with us on June 18 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm!

More info below. See you there!

With drag, dance and musical performances by First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists.

06/16/2026

Don't miss an online performance on June 17 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm by Superfan Magoo as part of Augustana's celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day!

More information here:

Let’s Go! Spreading Love, Positivity, and Resilience with Superfan Magoo featuring the Magoo Education Crew.

06/15/2026

The annual Light Fires BBQ was a huge success! We were able to sell more than $2,000 worth of beadwork and crafts made by folks who are or previously were incarcerated -- all of which goes back to their collective. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us!

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

“When we walk through the U of A Botanic Garden, we are moving through a landscape that carries both visible and invisible histories, some preserved in story and memory, and others still reflected in the plants and terrain themselves.”

Visitors to the Pathways: Mêskanâs event will explore the stories, relationships and teachings rooted in the land's wild plants.

06/10/2026

Tonight! Come out to hear Crystal Gail Fraser and Sara Komarnisky talk about their new book, Talk Treaty to Me at the Stanley Milner Library at 7 pm.

Register here:

Join authors Crystal Gail Fraser and Sara Komarnisky for an evening conversation about their nationally bestselling book Talk Treaty to Me: Understanding the Basics of Treaties and Land in Canada. Treaties shape everyday life across much of Canada, yet many people were never taught what treaties are...

06/09/2026

Our annual tipi raising Monday was a success! Thanks to our knowledgekeeper and our community for coming out on Monday to help. We appreciate your support.

06/08/2026

Help us congratulate Devonn Drossel, who is graduating with her Master of Arts in Native Studies this week! Devonn's love for gardening and beading permeated through her research into urban Métis food systems.

Here she is showing off her (absurdly large) tomato plants.

Read more here: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/native-studies/about-us/news/2026/06/convocation-devonn-drossel.html