A think tank at Ryerson is helping two First Nations oppose the current Ring of Fire development plan in northern Ontario. The Yellowhead Institute, which develops policy proposals in support of Indigenous jurisdiction, held a fundraiser on Nov. 9 for Neskantaga and Eabametoong First Nations.
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Exhibit challenges myths about the Canadian North
Canada’s identity as a northern nation has largely been shaped by the Group of Seven’s depictions of an uninhabited Canadian North. But an exhibit at Ryerson’s Modern Literature and Culture (MLC) Gallery is attempting to break down this northern narrative, which it says disregards Canada’s Inuit communities.
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Ryerson’s school of fashion has made its latest move to become a more inclusive and diverse environment for students. Last month, Angela DeMontigny became the school’s first Indigenous designer in residence.
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“Expansion of Aboriginal initiatives is critical to Ryerson’s response to the calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission report,” the Diversity Self-ID report states. (Denise Paglinawan for the Ryersonian)…
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Monica McKay attends Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 30. (Sabrina Gamrot/Ryersonian) The smell of sage intertwined with the air through the winding halls of the Podium Building, guiding guests to…