Indigenous Programs at Laurentian University

Engage and Learn Indigenous Knowledge

Bring something unique to your education with Laurentian University’s Indigenous programs. Open to students of all backgrounds and heritages, these programs offer opportunities to learn from Indigenous knowledge, culture, and language.

Indigenous students in the Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre at Laurentian University.

Why Study Indigenous Programs at Laurentian?

Did you know that understanding Indigenous cultures is essential in many careers and areas of study? Here are a few examples of how Indigenous knowledge is used in various fields:

Arts - From law and justice to economics, Indigenous knowledge shapes how we analyze society, culture, the law, and the continuing impact of historical events.
Healthcare - It guides how to provide culturally safe care to Indigenous communities.
Business - It helps you understand Indigenous governance, the importance of sustainable practices, and how to build ethical, inclusive partnerships.
Education - It prepares teachers to include Indigenous perspectives in classrooms.
Science, Engineering, and Architecture - It helps professionals work respectfully with Indigenous peoples and the land, recognizing our deep connection to the environment, and the importance of natural resource management, sustainable design, and environmental protection.

By studying one of our Indigenous programs, you’ll learn important Indigenous perspectives that will help you make informed and ethical decisions, work collaboratively with Indigenous communities, and contribute to reconciliation.

A group of Laurentian University students in a Wigwaam.

Learn from Indigenous Perspectives in Any Program

You don’t need to enroll in an Indigenous program to benefit from Indigenous knowledge. Laurentian offers a range of elective courses with Indigenous content that complement any area of study.