The UTM Indigenous Centre hosts an Indigenous and Black Open Mic Event to showcase Indigenous and Black talents from respective communities. Event’s Website/Socials Website Where University of Toronto Mississauga, 3359 Mississauga Rd. When March 6th, 12:45 pm - 4:30 pm Admission Free. Reserve your spot here Like what you see? Subscribe to our blog to…

Join Centennial Innovates for a power-packed morning of inspiration, learning, and unlearning about restorative justice in innovation with Keynote Speaker & Session Leader Larissa Crawford. About the Speaker Larissa Crawford proudly passes on Métis and Jamaican ancestry to her daughter, Zyra. She is a published Indigenous, anti-racism, and climate justice researcher, policy advisor, and restorative…

This drum circle, led by Spirit Wand, brings together community members for a unique, serene, and community-based experience. In Indigenous culture, the drum voices a connection to all creation, and the circle represents balance and equality, wholeness and associations. When we drum together, we strengthen our relationship to all living things and each other. Event’s…

(Land) Back to the Future This work traces how Indigenous Futurism (IF) has been defined and evolved over time—from its conceptual roots in Afrofuturism to present challenges and articulations of IF in activism, art, and literature. Through this review, we uncover how Indigenous people's practice of imagining their futures is more than just a creative…

Water Movement, an indigenous organization that bridges the connection between Indigenous water treatment operators, hosts an event to honor, celebrate, and connect with waterkeepers and operators. Esteemed water operators nationwide will convene in Ottawa to commemorate National Indigenous Water Operator Day. This celebration offers a unique opportunity for the public to connect with, listen to,…

Hosted by Hope Engel (Indigenous Creatives United) and Sarah Siembida (Inaugural Poet Laureate). Join them for a ten session Bi-Weekly Creative Writing Workshop from 6:30-8:30 pm at The Grove Café in Kitchener; This Creative Writing workshop is a safe space for BIPOC community members and allies to come and connect with ancestors and each other…

The McMaster Indigenous Research Institute (MIRI) hosts an engaging and thought-provoking Lunch and Learn as part of the Indigenous Research Primer, Seasons of Research: A Conversation about Prison Education.  This event will occur at the L.R. Wilson Hall, room 1811, the Indigenous Student Services Ceremony Room. During this Lunch and Learn, attendees will share a meal and…

The Indigenous Student Services, Indigenous Health Learning Lodge, and the Indigenous Studies Department at McMaster University partner to host an Indigenous Comedy Show!! Laughter is good medicine! Get ready for deadly jokes from five amazing Indigenous comedians! Join them at 6:30 pm for some light refreshments and appetizers. The doors for the main event…

Local Mrkt begins its market on Easter Weekend to bring the Mimico community and visitors together to meet and shop from over 25 local vendors and artisans. This easter-themed market will feature family-friendly activities, music, face painting, and more. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance between 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Event’s Website/Socials Instagram…

Come Experience the vibrant spirit of the Philippines at the North York Centre as part of the Enchanted Lights festivities. This market will feature Filipino businesses and artisans selling food, art, accessories, and more! Event’s Website/Socials Instagram Where Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7 When March 2nd, 5:00 pm -…