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Aboriginal Programs and Services
NorQuest’s Aboriginal programs are designed to incorporate aspects of Aboriginal culture into program curriculum. You will receive a complete education that balances strong academic foundations with Aboriginal studies. Our Aboriginal-focused courses and programs include academic upgrading, as well as certificate and diploma programs in Health and Human Service Careers.
At NorQuest College, nearly 13 per cent of learners are Aboriginal. As a result, we have designed an extensive network of services tailored specifically to meet your needs. You will have access to a resident Elder as well as an Aboriginal Student Support Coordinator and Aboriginal Educational Counsellor for guidance, counselling, and support. An Aboriginal Student Council ensures a strong voice for the Aboriginal student body and a ceremonial room is available for formal ceremonies and socializing.
NorQuest’s Aboriginal programs and services give you opportunities to enhance your academic abilities and upgrade your education within the context of an Aboriginal cultural heritage and prepare you for employment or further learning.
Aboriginal Elder
NorQuest’s Aboriginal Elder provides cultural and spiritual guidance. The Elder is available to students for consultations and healing circles on a drop-in basis. Located at the Edmonton Downtown Campus, the Elder can be found in the Aboriginal ceremonial room.
Aboriginal Student
Support Coordinator
The Aboriginal Student Support Coordinator is available for one-on-one appointments if you need help with any of the following:
- Completing the application process, identifying Aboriginal funding options, or career planning
- Obtaining guidance about personal matters and referrals to appropriate community resources
- Connecting with instructors, counsellors, student advisors, admissions personnel, and funding agencies
- Gathering information on Aboriginal awards, scholarships, and bursaries
The Aboriginal Student Support Coordinator is also responsible for the following:
- Case managing band-funded students and liaising with bands regarding funding and support
Organizing various cultural events throughout the year, including the annual Round Dance and Aboriginal Awareness Day
- Serving as a resource to staff regarding Aboriginal issues
Aboriginal Educational Counsellor
The Aboriginal Educational Counsellor helps Aboriginal students to cope more effectively with personal, financial, vocational and academic issues. Visit room A324 at the Edmonton Downtown Campus to see the Aboriginal Educational Counsellor.
Aboriginal Student Council
The Aboriginal Student Council is a strong voice for the Aboriginal student body. It enhances the communication flow between students and the administration, advocating on behalf of the Aboriginal student population. At the same time, the council actively promotes student cultural identity through a variety of social and cultural events.
Aboriginal Ceremonial Room
The Aboriginal ceremonial room provides a multipurpose facility for Aboriginal students. Located in room A618 of the Edmonton Downtown Campus, the room is used for formal ceremonies, counselling with the Elder and for relaxing and socializing.
Notwithstanding all
specific program prerequisites, NorQuest College reserves
the right to deny admission to any applicant when, in the
opinion of the College, there is sufficient and substantiated
evidence, medical or otherwise, to conclude that by granting
admission, NorQuest College would jeopardize the safety of
clients, other students, and staff or would otherwise be negligent
in providing for the safety and well-being of clients, staff,
or other students.
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