September 29, 2023
Honour the experiences of residential school survivors by joining a University-wide event to recognize Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.
Programs & Events
In collaboration with campus and community partners, we host events and develop programs that promote inclusion and contribute to a sense of belonging for our diverse communities. Check out this page for past and future events!
Past Events
Indigenous Initiatives
Indigenous Initiatives
September 22, 2023
Learn about the meaning of the Tipi poles, the science involved in the structure and its importance to Indigenous culture with Elder Josh.
Indigenous Initiatives
September 21, 2023
Indigenous Elder Josh will lead us in ceremony, in the feasting of the Drums. Learn about Indigenous ways of learning and be a part of history in the making as we gather to feast the drums and decolonize spaces on our UTSC campus!
UTSC Positive Space Committee
September 19, 2023
An opportunity for informal connection and conversation and to build relationships amongst 2SLGBTQ+ community members on campus. All 2SLGBTQ+-identifying staff, faculty and librarians are invited to attend.
Indigenous Initiatives
September 14, 2023
Welcome back everyone! On September 14 from 3pm-5pm we will be having a gathering by our Tipi for Indigenous students, staff, and faculty. (This is a closed event)
Indigenous Initiatives
September 7, 2023
The department of Student Life and the Indigenous Initiatives team invite you to come gather with us around the fire as we welcome in the new school year at UTSC. Meet new friends, connect with old friends and have a cup of gratitude with our Indigenous Community.
March 21, 2023
The EDI Office hosts monthly office hours in person and virtually! This is an opportunity for staff, students, faculty and librarians to connect with the EDI team, learn more about resources and services offered, ask questions chat about collaboration opportunities!
Indigenous Initiatives
March 15, 2023
Join residential school survivors Peter Sackaney and Evelyn Korkmaz, as well as film producer Susan Enberg, for a film screening and discussion about St. Anne’s residential school and the legacies of Indian Residential Schools.
Indigenous Initiatives
March 14, 2023
Welcome to Indigenous Networking Night where Indigenous professionals share their career experiences and provide advice in a supportive environment.
UTSC Positive Space Committee
March 8, 2023
In this workshop series facilitated by the 519, gain a deeper understanding of 2SLGBTQ communities and how to begin fostering more affirming spaces at work (and beyond) that celebrate the dignity of queer and trans people.