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Indigenous Learning & Knowledge

First Nations House

The Faculty of Arts & Science is committed to supporting an inclusive community at the University of Toronto where Indigenous Peoples are proud to work and study.

From advancing Indigenous traditions and thought to sharing Toronto's rich Indigenous history, Arts & Science Indigenous scholars make vital contributions to the A&S community — and beyond — every day.

Our Community in the News

 

Students at First Nations House learn from an Elder

Investing in Indigenous Research, Teaching & Learning

Learn about Arts & Science's ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant and welcoming culture of research, teaching and learning for Indigenous faculty, staff and students, as outlined in our 2020–25 academic plan, Leveraging Our Strengths.

An installation by Indigenous artists at U of T's Hart House

Dean's Advisory Committee

The Dean's Advisory Committee on Indigenous Research, Teaching and Learning advises the dean on fulfilling the calls to action from the original Indigenous Teaching and Learning Working Group. Learn more about the committee and read its reports.

The exterior of the Centre for Indigenous Studies in the fall

Centre for Indigenous Studies

Discover programs and courses that advance respectful understandings of Indigenous Peoples’ languages, knowledges, cultures, histories, politics, arts, intellectual traditions and research methodologies.

Group of students studying at the Centre for Indigenous Studies

Grants, Awards & Financial Aid

Indigenous students, staff and faculty members at Arts & Science have access to a range of funding supports and services, such as the Indigenous Experiential Learning Fund, Fund for Indigenous Research Excellence, and Recognition of Excellence Award for Indigenous and Black Students.