Anishinaabe Initiatives

10/14/2026

Winter 2027 Financial Deadlines are here!
Stay on top of your finances and avoid late fees or financial holds by paying on time.

09/30/2026

Mino Giizhep.

This mornings opening ceremony will be moving from Snowdon Park to the Algoma University Speakeasy due to impending weather.

Send a message to learn more

09/28/2026

📣 November 1 is the next application deadline for Building Brighter Futures funding!

If you’re a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis student pursuing post-secondary education, don’t wait to submit your application. The earlier you apply, the more funding opportunities you may be considered for. 🧡

Applications are accepted continuously from May 1st through February 1st; however, consideration dates are August 1st, November 1st and February 1st.

Apply today!
https://indspire.ca/programs/students/bursaries-scholarships/

09/25/2026

LET’S WRAP UP ANISHINAABE WELCOME WEEK TOGETHER!

What a wonderful week it has been! Miigwetch to all of the students who came out, participated, connected with one another, learned, created, shared, and helped make Anishinaabe Welcome Week such a great start to the school year.

A huge Miigwetch to all of our incredible guest facilitators, Elders, community members, artists, and partners who shared their knowledge, skills, stories, and time with our students throughout the week. Your contributions helped make each gathering meaningful and memorable.

🌕 TONIGHT — FULL MOON CEREMONY
📍 Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig
🕖 7:00 PM

Join us as we close out Anishinaabe Welcome Week with a Full Moon Ceremony. Everyone is welcome to come together in ceremony, reflection, and community.

🔥 SASA FIRESIDE SOCIAL — POSTPONED
To allow students and our community to participate in tonight’s ceremony, the SASA Fireside Social has been postponed to tomorrow, Saturday night at 7:00 PM.

📅 Saturday, September 26
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Parking lot by the Arbour
🔥 Come join us around the fire for an evening of connection, laughter, and community!

Miigwetch once again to everyone who helped make this week possible and to every student who came out and made it their own.

09/24/2026

Algoma University is proud to partner with the City of Brampton, The Indigenous Network, and The Shingwauk Anishinaabe Students Association for the CITY OF BRAMPTON 2ND ANNUAL TRADITIONAL POW WOW

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
📍 Brampton Soccer Centre
1495 Sandalwood Parkway E.
⏰ 12–8 PM
✨ Grand Entry: 1 PM
🎟️ Everyone Welcome!

💰 SPECIALS!

There are some great dance specials happening throughout the day:

👧 Junior Girl Combined & Junior Boy Combined (7–11)
💵 $150 | $100 | $50

🧑 Teen Girl Combined & Teen Boy Combined (12–17)
💵 $300 | $200 | $100

👩 Adult Women Combined & Adult Men Combined(18–49)
💵 $600 | $500 | $400 | $300 | $200

🧓 Golden Age Women & Men Combined (50+)
💵 $600 | $500 | $400 | $300 | $200

Plus:
SASA’s Men’s Hand Drum
SASA’s Ribbon Shirt & Ribbon Skirt

🙋🏽‍♀️ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We are looking for Algoma University students and community members who would like to volunteer and help make this event a success!

Whether you can help for a few hours or stay for the day, we would love to have you join us. ❤️

👉 Interested in volunteering? Register using the QR code on the poster or click here: https://forms.gle/XH39GkjPMDsHhtX79

09/24/2026

🧡 ANISHINAABE WELCOME WEEK – DAY 3! 🧡

We’re keeping the week going with another great day of creativity, connection, and community! 🌿✨

🔑 Leather Crafting Workshop
Come get creative and make your own custom leather keychain! Choose your design, personalize it, and take home something made by you. There is still time to register. https://forms.gle/4p9CknjnNzS1ENjB8

🕐 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Shingwauk Anishinaabe Students’ Lounge – SH312

🌟 Meet the SASA Communications Coordinator Election Candidates

Want to learn more about the students running in the SASA Communications Coordinator election? Join us for an evening sharing circle to meet the candidates, hear from them, and learn more about what they hope to bring to the role.

🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 SH312 – In Person
💻 Virtual option available on Google Meet

Come out, get involved, meet your fellow students, and celebrate Anishinaabe Welcome Week!

09/23/2026

🌿 ANISHINAABE WELCOME WEEK – DAY 3! 🌿

🧺 Birch Bark Basket Workshop
There’s still room to join us! If you haven’t registered yet, you can still hop into the morning or afternoon session and try your hand at this beautiful traditional craft.

🍲 Wiisinidaa Wednesday – Student Lounge
Come by SH312 and enjoy lunch with your peers! Grab some food, take a break, and spend some time together in the lounge.

🌿 Student Wellness Circle – Sacred Arbour
Join Theresa from 3–5 PM for a chance to slow down, connect, share, and take some time for yourself.

Whether you’re joining us for a workshop, lunch, or the Wellness Circle, we’d love to see you!

Miigwetch and happy Welcome Week! 💛

09/22/2026

🥞🌿 ANISHINAABE WELCOME WEEK — DAY 2! 🌿🥞

We’re keeping the good vibes going! 🎉 Come out and celebrate Day 2 of Anishinaabe Welcome Week with us!

🥞 Pancake Breakfast
Start your morning with a warm breakfast and good company! Come hungry — we’ve got you covered! Syrup is from the 2026 harvest with the Shingwauk Anishnaabe Students' Association (SASA)

🪶 Dreamcatchers at the Shingwauk Auditorium
Take some time to explore, create, and connect with the stories

🍂 Fall Equinox at SKG
Welcome the changing season and join us at Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig - Shingwauk Teaching Lodge as we mark the Fall Equinox together.

Whether you’re new to campus or returning for another year, come join us, meet new people, connect with community.

09/21/2026

🌿 ANISHINAABE STUDENT WELCOME WEEK 🌿
September 21–26, 2026

Aanii, students! 👋🏽

We’re kicking off the new academic year with Anishinaabe Student Welcome Week! 🎉

Join Anishinaabe Initiatives and Shingwauk Anishnaabe Students' Association (SASA) for a week of opportunities to connect, create, learn, eat, and celebrate community. 🧡

✨ What’s happening this week:

📅 Monday, September 21
🤝 Meet & Greet | 10 AM–12 PM | SH312
Come by, meet the team, connect with other students, and learn about the supports available to you!

🧵 Finger Weaving & Dot Art | 2–4:30 PM | SH312
Get creative and spend some time connecting with community. 🎨

🌿 More events and activities throughout the week!
Keep an eye out for opportunities to gather, learn, participate, and connect with Anishinaabe student community.

Whether you’re a returning student or just starting your Algoma journey, there’s a place for you here. 💛

Come hang out, grab a snack, meet new people, and start the year surrounded by community!

09/18/2026

Did you know that Algoma’s CESD program is accredited by CANDO? Students enrolled in CESD or Business can apply for this external scholarship opportunity. Check your AU email for more information!

Cando's NIEEF Scholarships for 2026
Deadline: September 30, 2026
6 Awards @ $3,000 each available to Indigenous post-secondary students.
Details: https://www.edo.ca/youth/nieef-scholarships