Indigenous News Archive
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
First Nations infants have ‘staggering’ rate of involvement with Child and Family Services, Manitoba study finds
June 12, 2024 —
First Nations infants have an exceptionally high rate of contact with Child and Family Services (CFS) compared to other Manitoba infants, a study jointly led by the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) First Nations Family Advocate Office (FNFAO) and University of Manitoba researchers has found.
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UM apologizes to First Nations, Métis and Inuit descendant communities
June 9, 2024 —
On Monday afternoon, UM President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Michael Benarroch stood before a crowd of Indigenous students, staff, faculty, community members and allies to publicly apologize for the university’s history related to the inappropriate acquisition and housing of Indigenous ancestral remains, burial belongings and cultural heritage.
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A supportive community for returning Indigenous students
June 5, 2024 —
Offered by the Indigenous Student Centre, The Blankstein Momentum Program connects Indigenous students like Scott Rear with UM resources that will support them through their academic journeys. Whether a returning student needs help getting back on track, elevating their GPA or connecting with the Indigenous community, Momentum provides Indigenous students with the tools they need to succeed.
Representation matters
June 4, 2024 —
Sunday Queskekapow (they/them) is a Two-Spirit Swampy Cree person from northern Manitoba who believes that representation matters. Originally from Opaskwayak Cree Nation, also known as OCN/The Pas, Sunday spent a lot of their teenage years feeling confused and secluded. Queskekapow says they just didn’t see a lot of people who were like them.
Donor Relations
Student scholarship recipient to develop a community wellness strategy
May 23, 2024 —
Learn how UM PhD student, Stephanie Van Haute, is using her lived experience as inspiration for research
Alumni
UM Alum Reanna Merasty elected to the Board of Governors
May 22, 2024 —
Indigenous representation added to alumni voices in UM governance
Sustainability
Sustainability leaders making their mark
May 17, 2024 —
Each year, the University of Manitoba Sustainability Awards recognize and celebrates the collaborative efforts of students, staff and faculty to advance UM’s commitment to excellence and leadership in sustainability. The 2024 recipients have been selected.
Faculty of Law
Inuit Legal Clinic Summit at Robson Hall
May 16, 2024 —
The Faculty of Law and Perrie Law, with funding from the Manitoba Law Foundation, hosted a gathering of stakeholders on May 1 - 2 attending an Inuit Legal Clinic Summit. The purpose of the summit was to listen to community experiences with cross-jurisdictional legal issues and to determine the viability of an Inuit Legal Clinic in Winnipeg.
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UM sessional instructor receives 2024 Migizii Award
May 15, 2024 —
Amy Carpenter, a sessional instructor in the Faculty of Education, is the 2024 recipient of the Migizii Award. Carpenter received the award at the University of Manitoba’s 35th Annual Traditional Graduation Pow Wow on May 4.
St. John's College
Community of big hearts hosts stories of strength
May 15, 2024 —
On a night of celebrating Indigenous success, St John's College proudly hosts the Community of Big Hearts, Stories of Strength and Resilience on May 30 at 5:30 pm. The Stories of Strength Project stands as a collaborative endeavor, championed by CanU, the University of Can, an organization devoted to fostering hope, confidence, and leadership among the youth of Winnipeg.