Suswaaning Endaajig - Durham Colleges First Peoples Indigenous Centre

Suswaaning Endaajig - Durham Colleges First Peoples Indigenous Centre Suswaaning Endaajig translates to Nest away from home in Anishinaabemowin

Suswaaning Endaajig, the First Peoples Indigenous Centre (FPIC) embraces teachings from all First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. We strive to recognize and support students through various activities and teachings with the assistance of Elders from all backgrounds. Anishinaabe Elders teach us that the Medicine Wheel is the most important and powerful healing tool ever known to man. The First Pe

oples Indigenous Centre uses this powerful symbol to:

•Help foster spirituality and strong self-esteem;
•Respect for self and others;
•Co-operative group learning; and
•Team effort.

Honesty reminds us to speak our truth with a good heart to build trust within ourselves and our communities.
06/06/2026

Honesty reminds us to speak our truth with a good heart to build trust within ourselves and our communities.

This Wednesday, June 10th we will host our second June Screening: Voices Across the Water, a story following two master ...
06/05/2026

This Wednesday, June 10th we will host our second June Screening: Voices Across the Water, a story following two master canoe makers.

06/05/2026
Today we introduce the first part of a two part series about the history and membership of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy...
06/05/2026

Today we introduce the first part of a two part series about the history and membership of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.

Humility reminds us to walk softly, knowing we are all equal and connected.
06/04/2026

Humility reminds us to walk softly, knowing we are all equal and connected.

The summer Indigenous outreach season is off to a fantastic start! Our outreach coordinator Rachel has spent the last fe...
06/03/2026

The summer Indigenous outreach season is off to a fantastic start! Our outreach coordinator Rachel has spent the last few weeks bringing DC green from Hiawatha to Ohsweken. Throughout her travels, she met hundreds of community members and potential students. Fun fact: the two most requested programs include nursing and millwright!

TODAY is the first of our June Indigenous History Month screenings. Join us at Noon to watch Unarchived and consider who...
06/03/2026

TODAY is the first of our June Indigenous History Month screenings. Join us at Noon to watch Unarchived and consider who gets to decide how history is told.
Light refreshments provided.

Throughout June, we will be showcasing a variety of informative series prepared by our dedicated student workers! We beg...
06/02/2026

Throughout June, we will be showcasing a variety of informative series prepared by our dedicated student workers! We begin today with Love, one of the 7 grandfather teachings. Love is the heart of all teachings, and encourages us to show kindness, respect, and care for every living being.

The first of our National Indigenous History Month screenings will be this Wednesday at noon! As always, light refreshme...
06/01/2026

The first of our National Indigenous History Month screenings will be this Wednesday at noon! As always, light refreshments will be provided.

June is National Indigenous History Month and FPIC will be celebrating with film screenings, workshops, and social media...
06/01/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month and FPIC will be celebrating with film screenings, workshops, and social media information series. Keep an eye on our pages for more information!

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2000 Simcoe Street North/CFCE 141
Oshawa, ON

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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 - 4:30pm

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