Northern College invites community members to join us on Thursday, May 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m for the Inspiring Collaboration: Moving the North Forward learning symposium. This virtual symposium consists of keynote speakers, engaging workshops, and panel discussions on the areas of Indigenous Culture, Business, Economics and Industry, Mental Health and Wellness, Heath Care, Sustainability and Education topics. The event is free to attend, and all sessions are online via Zoom.

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Agenda

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

• Welcome, Land Acknowledgement, Opening Prayer & Keynote – Mitch Dumas, Elder Bernice Kapashesit, Corey McLister

10:45 AM – 12:00 PM (Morning Workshops & Panels)

• The Medicine Wheel: A Guide to Harmony and Wellness – Joseph Nakogee

• Designing the Future Graduate: A Hands-On Exploration of Skills for Tomorrow’s Workforce – Mel Young

• Beyond the Label: Rethinking Addiction and Mental Health Stigma – Christianne Blain & Michelle (Mish) Couture

• The Future of Mining – Panel Discussion – Industry Experts

• Rooted in the North: Sustainable Food Futures in Northern Ontario – Panel Discussion – Community Leaders

1:00 PM – 2:15 PM (Afternoon Workshops & Panels)

• Wise Practices in Creating Culturally Safe Environments – Randi Ray

• Be Kind to Your Mind: Mental Health Basics & Management – Jasmine Sanchez-Ziller & Lee Hardy

• Developing the North – Panel Discussion – Regional Leaders

• Education in the North – Panel Discussion – Educators

• Health Care in the North – Panel Discussion – Healthcare Experts

2:45 PM – 3:45 PM (Closing Keynote)

• Closing Keynote – Dean Lessard

• Closing Remarks & Prayer – Elder Mary-Jane Boudreau