Aboriginal Student Support Services

For information: 644-6160
Room 121, Main Building
Downtown Campus

Provides the following student support services:

• Assisting with the application process and  identifying Aboriginal funding options
• Assisting with applying for Band funding, liaising with bands regarding funding and support,  and case- managing band funded students
• Guidance about personal matters, problem solving  and referrals to appropriate community resources
• Career and educational advising
• Assistance with completing forms, appeals  and applying for Aboriginal  awards and  bursaries
• Connecting with admission personnel, student advisors, instructors and funding agencies

Offers these services as well:

• Organizes various cultural events throughout the year, including  the Round Dance, Meet The Elder Event  and  Aboriginal Awareness Day
• Serving as a resource to staff regarding Aboriginal issues

Aboriginal Elder

NorQuest’s Aboriginal Elder is a spiritual and cultural support on campus. Aboriginal students are encouraged to meet with the Elder for counselling, spiritual guidance and healing circles.

Aboriginal Ceremonial Room

This recently renovated Aboriginal Ceremonial Room is used for formal ceremonies, circles, feasts, counselling with the Elder , a meeting place for the Aboriginal Student Club and as an area for students to relax and socialize. View the Aboriginal Ceremonial Room photo gallery.