Durham College to sign Indigenous Education protocol Posted on October 9, 2015 at 12:04 pm. Oshawa, Ont. – On Friday, October 16, Durham College (DC) President, Don Lovisa, along with several Aboriginal community representatives including Chiefs and a Métis Senator will sign the Indigenous Education Protocol for Colleges and Institutes to further support DC’s commitment to supporting Aboriginal students on campus. The protocol highlights the importance of structures and approaches required to address Indigenous Peoples’ learning needs and support self-determination and socio-economic development of Indigenous communities as well as complements the recommendations outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s call to action. DC is situated on the traditional territories of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nations, and acknowledges the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nations community for allowing us to be guests on their territories. As partners working together in the community, DC has always strived to recognize and support the cultural and educational traditions of Indigenous Peoples on campus and utilizes a holistic approach to education serving Aboriginal students and providing culturally meaningful supports and programming throughout their academic journey. When: Friday, October 16 Time 11 a.m. to noon Where: Room G213, Dining Room, Gordon Willey building 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON For more information contact: Michelle Roebuck Communications and Marketing 905.721.2000 ext. 2333 michelle.roebuck@durhamcollege.ca Meghan Ney Communications and Marketing 905.721.2000 ext. 6219 meghan.ney@durhamcollege.ca SHARE:
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