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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
- Room A308, Hazel McCallion Campus
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
- Friendly Visiting for Seniors - Friendship Support/Friendly Visiting for isolated seniors
- Youth Mental Health Programs - workshops and peer support sessions to vulnerable youth, with a special focus on programs for underserved and at-risk Black and Indigenous youth. 12-24
- Youth Employment Support - Black Youth -15-30
- Homework Support-STEM- students ages 10-19
- Summer Camp- Adventure & STEM for underserved & at-risk children
The program is one of 13 Regional Cancer Programs created by Cancer Care Ontario to ensure cancer care is delivered according to province-wide quality standards * oversees the delivery and quality of cancer services for residents of both the Central West and Mississauga Halton regions * online resources
Regional partners include:
- Trillium Health Partners (Queensway Health Centre; Mississauga Hospital; Credit Valley Hospital - Carlo Fidani Regional Cancer Centre, a specialized treatment centre for individuals living with cancer)
- Halton Healthcare (Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Milton District Hospital, Georgetown Hospital)
- Headwaters Health Care Centre (Orangeville)
- William Osler Health System (Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital)
- The Indigenous Network
Services and Programs:
- Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP)
- Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital - Cancer Care Clinic
- Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital - Carlo Fidani Regional Cancer Centre - Cancer Care Clinic
- Trillium Health Partners - Queensway Health Centre - Betty and Buster Lockwood Cancer Detection and Treatment Centre - Outpatient Cancer Services
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
Apprenticeship
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
Tin pantry -- in collaboration with the Mississauga food bank
Wasa-Nabin Youth Program -- individual and peer support, life skills guidance, personalized plan of action, addiction prevention
Journey together: indigenous child and family outreach program -- deliver culturally specific experiences geared towards children and families attending EarlyON centres
Indigenous court worker program -- support, liaison services, resources and information on matters relating to the judicial system
Gladue writer -- write and submit a Gladue report to provide information to the court - for sentencing purposes - regarding the life circumstances if an Indigenous offender
Gladue aftercare -- case management to ensure the clients are meeting the needs of their sentencing conditions
Indigenous mental health and addictions -- sweat ceremony, sharing circles, one on one sessions with Elders, Healers and Seers
Urban aboriginal healthy living program -- nutrition education, physical fitness activities
Cultural resource
- cultural and recreational program
- traditional teaching
- drumming circles
- talkin circles
- one on one, group and peer informal counselling
- community referrals
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
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- 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
- 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
Healing and Wellness -- mental health and addictions services, gaming and gambling awareness, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, diabetes awareness
Employment and Training -- K-12 education initiatives, post-secondary education, employment programs, educational and cultural camps, Métis languages initiatives
Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families
- food
- legal
- housing
- mental health
- emergency benefits
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.
- Culture and Language
- Education
- Health Promotion
- Nutrition
- Social Support
- Parental Involvement
Sacajawea Non-Profit Housing provides access to affordable housing for Indigenous women and their families in the Hamilton-Wentworth area.
Offers prenatal education classes in small groups and individual sessions, providing culturally appropriate information to improve expectant parents' knowledge.
Topics include:
- Nutrition
- Healthy lifestyle
- Preparation of labor and delivery
- Breast feeding
- Newborn and baby care in a traditional and culturally appropriate manner
Focused on improving Indigenous health and the reduction of family violence through the provision of services for those most at risk, notably women and children. The delivery of programs and services are culturally appropriate and address the prevention, aftercare, and concurrent impacts of family violence on health.
Services can include:
- healing circles
- peer counselling
- crisis intervention
- education and training
Offers both traditional and contemporary approaches to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, including on-site training and consultations. The program also provides intervention, prevention, and programming including community development related to FASD, and can provide tools to support independence in all aspects of life including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual, while also providing secondary support to caregivers to ensure that holistic supports are received.
Helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence.
Provides assistance to all Indigenous people, regardless of status, who are in contact with the legal system to help navigate the court process and better understand their rights, options, and responsibilities when appearing before the courts.
Offers support for mental health and trauma challenges from a traditional approach. In partnership with Youth Wellness Centre St. Joesph's Healthcare.
Offers culturally relevant approaches to help develop action plans with an employment counsellor to identify employment and training goals such as securing employment or self-employment, returning to school, staying in school, and improving overall employability. Also offers employment-related workshops, presentations, and partnerships with local employers.
Aims to improve the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of Aboriginal children and their families by offering a wide range of events and activities that focus on cultural awareness, physical activities, arts and crafts, life skills, and strengthening family relationships.
The Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living Program promotes a healthy lifestyle by providing programs that supports improved overall health through increased physical fitness, smoking reduction, and healthy eating education.
The Healthy Kids Program assists the children ages 7-12 years old with a focus on well-being through nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
