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The Centre for Indigenous Learning and Support is an inclusive space for students to make friends and access support
- part of Sheridan's commitment to support the academic and personal success of all Indigenous students: Status, Non-Status, Metis, and Inuit
Support Services
New and prospective students
- orientation session
- peer mentors
- assists prospective students with their application and portfolio when applying to Sheridan
- help with Pathways into Sheridan
Financial Aid
- Indigenous students may be eligible for specialized government funding
- will answer questions on financial aid including First Nations Band Funding, Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), scholarships/bursaries and Inspire
Elders
- opportunities to meet with Elders for support, guidance and teachings
- an Elder is available every Thursday
Recruitment
- works closely with the Sheridan recruitment team to let future students know about the diverse programming and Indigenous community at Sheridan
- collaborate with the Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design (FAAD) to offer creative, hands-on workshops to teens aged 14 to 17
Indigenous Education Council (IEC)
- has the collective responsibility to advise the college on challenges and barriers related to the success of Indigenous learners
- created to provide strategic direction for the college in improving the success, attainment, and retention of Indigenous learners at Sheridan
Locations
- Room B298, Davis Campus
- Room B127, Trafalgar Road Campus
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Instills hope for northern Inuit, First Nations and Metis children, youth and their families through the creation of physically, emotionally, mentally, culturally safe places, and the provision of holistic, adaptable programming that engages, nurtures and supports them in healthy and meaningful ways
- Indigenous led arts based and culturally specific after school programs are a key area of focus
- utilizes expressive arts (painting, storytelling, art journaling, creative writing, movement, music and drama) to encourage cultural and historical exploration
- food programs
- graduation gown donations
- poverty alleviation
- literacy development
- youth mentorship and leadership development
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How to Find - Employment, Apprenticeship, Training and Literacy Programs
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Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
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Centre to meet, socialize, share and learn from each other, services include
- housing search
- clothing bank
- employment counselling
- traditional healing and wellness
- legal
- youth services
- cultural and recreational programs
- special monthly events
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Offers Indigenous and non-Indigenous people and organizations, who desire to learn and grow together in a good way, culturally responsive learning environments to reflect on identity and practice
* mentoring
* personal development
* educational opportunities
* Indigenous Education Workshop Series
Currently raising funds for:
* Living Monument for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls MMIWG2S+
* Urban Indigenous Foundation of HOPE and PEACE for Wellness
* Mohawk Village Memorial Park
* mentoring
* personal development
* educational opportunities
* Indigenous Education Workshop Series
Currently raising funds for:
* Living Monument for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls MMIWG2S+
* Urban Indigenous Foundation of HOPE and PEACE for Wellness
* Mohawk Village Memorial Park
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Recreation and health promotion programs for children, youth and families:
Family support:
- games and activity-based workshops increase self-esteem and develop decision-making, conflict resolution and cooperation skills
- education and awareness on topics relevant to children and youth, such as substance use, internet safety, bullying, gender bias, violence prevention
- youth, after-school and evening programs in group settings -- social and recreational activities, homework help, computer/internet access
- Holiday Hamper and social/recreation services for residents of Angela's Place supportive housing
- community based activities for children, youth and families at risk
- physical activity, health and safety, leadership growth and empowerment, learning and career development, and academic support
Family support:
- parenting workshops
- physical literacy activities
- support groups
- information on available resources
- hands-on cultural experiences
- elder involvement
- health and wellness activities
- traditional arts programs and youth mentorship
- employment readiness workshops
- resume writing
- interview skills
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Services and programs
- general emotional support
- friendly visiting
- individual advocacy and referrals
- assistance to people with disabilities access programs
- nutrition and fitness awareness
- stress management
- alcohol-related health problems
- diabetes awareness and intervention
- prenatal infant mortality prevention and intervention
- child safety in the home
- workshops and educational outreach
- responsible gambling awareness and prevention
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Offers culturally safe and centralized call centre to connect Indigenous residents in Hamilton to local and government resources available to them.
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A stay in school program to assist First Nation, Métis, and Inuit students with their elementary and secondary education. Aims to empower Indigenous students to help them achieve their personal, social and educational goals.
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Licensed child care centre. Provides an early learning environment that follows Indigenous teachings and knowledge that support the growth and development of children and families. Indigenous languages, drumming, dancing and story telling are embedded into every aspect of the program. Child-led and land-based learning environments encourage meaningful connections with Mother Earth and the development of strong relationships with the natural world.
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Operates affordable housing complexes and support services for Indigenous people in the City of Hamilton.
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The Housing First based approach aims to provide Indigenous individuals experiencing homelessness direct access to housing regardless of the identifiable barriers of addictions, mental health, trauma, family and cultural breakdown. Provides life skills and cultural programming, housing advocacy and supports.
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Prenatal education classes, designed to enhance native education and fetal outcome. Program is offered in small groups and individual sessions, stressing traditional native birthing methods, as well as the current medical methods.
Topics include:
Topics include:
- Nutrition
- Healthy lifestyle
- Preparation of labor & delivery
- Breast feeding
- Newborn and baby care in a traditional and culturally appropriate manner
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Fosters healing and wellness with a focus on reducing family violence, promoting healthy lifestyles, and providing culture-based programming and healing. Offers counselling for male survivors of sexual assault.
Programs include:Sweats, Kids Grievance, anger management, One to One Support, Monthly Socials , Healthy Relationships. I Am A Kind Man, Kids Cooking, Women's Drum Group, Kids Drumming Group, FASD Talking Circles, and Youth Programming Daily.
Programs include:Sweats, Kids Grievance, anger management, One to One Support, Monthly Socials , Healthy Relationships. I Am A Kind Man, Kids Cooking, Women's Drum Group, Kids Drumming Group, FASD Talking Circles, and Youth Programming Daily.
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Increases awareness of risks associated with alcohol/drug consumption during pregnancy and breastfeeding among urban Aboriginal women through activities for children, support for parents, and a meals-to-go program.
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills.
Helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence.
CNIB Deafblind Community Services offers this program for those with visual and hearing impairments.
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Provides assistance to all Aboriginal people who are in contact with the legal system, regardless of Status.
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Offer support for mental health, trauma and traditional knowledge using our ogwehoweh (native) traditional teachings. Help in exploring culture and supporting the four parts of self (mind, body, emotions and spirit) using ogwehoweh knowledge and resources.
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Provides support and assistance to clients in their pursuit of permanent employment through resume writing, job search counseling, computer access, fax/photocopying services, access to job listings, training course listing, and education/occupation resources.
Apatisiwin is a Swampy Cree word meaning Employment, Training and Jobs.
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Program provides assistance to Six Nations Band members, in meeting their employment and training objectives by supporting them in obtaining access to employment programs and services.
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Providing cultural activities for children, focusing on understanding and values of Aboriginal culture. The program component involves respecting others, our community and ourselves. Focus is on bringing the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual components of the human personality together as children grow and become youth. Akwe:go is a Mohawk word that means All of Us.
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Program focuses to design and implement healthy lifestyle programming with the intent to improve health status through increased physical fitness; improved cardiovascular health; smoking reduction; and, improved nutritional knowledge and practices.
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Provides community support services to urban Aboriginal clients, regardless of age, who are disabled, chronically ill, frail, elderly or require acute/chronic continuum of care. Services include: medical transportation services, assistance with completing forms, community referrals, home visits, security checks, caregiver support, aid in transitioning from ODSP to Old Age Pension, and congregate dining meals and activities.
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Promotes healthy growth and development of Aboriginal babies, build on parenting skills, and link families with the community supports and resources.
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