Past Events
Unveiling of the Obuskudayang Sign
October 7, 2026
Lake St. Martin, Manitoba
Unveiling of the sign for Obushkudayang (Lake St. Martin First Nation), a community that was forcefully displaced and relocated with the flooding on May 8, 2011. The sign was recommended by the Youth and Elder Mentorship Model committee members: the Saulteaux/Ojibway name is a symbol of pride and Minoayawin (promoting healthy living).
Smoked Fish Workshop
October 6-9, 2026
Lake St. Martin, Manitoba
This workshop brings together Elders and Youth to learn about fish smoking – a traditional practice that has sustained communities for generations. The participants learn Anishinaabemowin words for the process, smoke locally harvested fish, and learn about traditional practices and the right wood for smoking.
Join the North-South Dialogue in Indigenous Science
May 13, 2026
Connecting with researchers and Mapuche-Huilliche community leaders from Chile to spark meaningful cross-cultural collaborations, exchange knowledge and perspectives, and develop partnerships.
9:00 AM - Doors Open
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Symposium
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM - Lunch
Casio A and B (2nd Floor, MacEwan Students Centre
Calgary, Alberta
Commemoration at Lake St. Martin
May 8, 2026
Lake St. Martin, Manitoba
A gathering in the spirit of 15 years of the resilience, strength, and enduring identity of Obuskhudayang (Lake St. Martin First Nation) after forced relocation.
Blessing Ceremony for the Proposed Master of Indigenous Science
January 22, 2026
Calgary, Alberta
Elder Virgle Stephens and Knowledge Keeper Ollie Benjamin, of Stoney Nakoda First Nation, led a ceremony with the MIS Working Group to guide and bless the proposed Master of Indigenous Science program.
Master of Indigenous Science Working Group Retreat
October 28, 2025
Calgary, Alberta
A gathering of the MIS Working Group—including dedicated participants from the UCalgary community in Sciences, Engineering, Indigenous Engagement, and the Provost’s Office, and representing diverse fields of knowledge and expertise—for learning and planning of the proposed Master of Indigenous Science program.