60th Convocation Lecture: Education & Reconciliation – The Path to Canada's Future
Federation Hall
Monday,
Jun 12, 2017 at 7:00 PM EDT
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Event Details
As we kick-off the University of Waterloo’s spring convocation in this special 60th Anniversary year, join us to hear from Roberta L. Jamieson, known as one of Canada’s important visionaries and leaders, as she addresses education and reconciliation, the path to Canada’s future Ms. Jamieson, a Canadian lawyer and First Nations activist, is president and CEO of Indspire, Canada’s premiere Indigenous-led charity. Roberta Jamieson was the first Aboriginal woman ever to earn a law degree in Canada, the first non-Parliamentarian to be appointed an ex officio member of a House of Commons Committee and the first woman appointed as Ontario Ombudsman.
This special lecture is hosted in partnership with the Waterloo Aboriginal Education Centre at St. Paul’s University College and UWaterloo’s Faculty of Arts. The evening features a traditional drumming performance by the Indigenous Student Association Drum Group. The keynote address and moderated discussion is hosted by Craig Norris, CBC Radio One 89.1 radio host, The Morning Edition & In The Key of C.
Complimentary parking will be available for those who need it. Please indicate on your registration form if this applies to you.
Speakers
Indspire
President and CEO
Location
Federation Hall
200 University Ave. West Waterloo, ON N2L 3G5 CA
Tickets
Type |
Price |
|---|---|
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Education & Reconciliation |
Free |
Organizer Details
University of Waterloo
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