Events & Ceremonies
Indigenous Recognition Ceremony Spring 2022 Graduates
UVic students, staff and faculty gathered in the quad to witness the 215+ event in June 2022
Respected elder "Old One" Victor Underwood receives his Honorary Doctorate.
A group gathers in the ceremonial hall.
Exhibitors showcase possible job opportunities at the career fair in the ceremonial hall.
Throughout the year we offer a number of programs and events designed to build community on campus and connections between campus and communities.
To learn more about our programs and events, visit our Facebook page, follow us on Instagram or contact the IACE Events Coordinator.
Mini University Summer Camp
We will be offering the Mini University again this year to students grade 9-12 this July 10-14, 2023.
Newsletter
IACE publishes a quarterly newsletter with news about Indigenous programs, services and events.
Indigenous Week of Welcome
Every September and January, IACE holds a series of events and activities to orient and support self-identified Indigenous students. The Fall 2023 Indigenous Week of Welcome will take place the second week of September.
Week of Wellness
IACE sponsors a week of events to support students during what can be a particularly stressful time of the semester.
Indigenous Recognition Ceremony
IACE organizes a special Indigenous Recognition Ceremony (IRC) for Indigenous students in the spring and fall. The next IRC is planned for June 2023. Please contact iaceev@uvic.ca for more information.
Noon Working
Noon Networking takes place on Wednesdays during the fall and winter terms from 11:30-1:00pm in the Ceremonial Hall. IACE offers students an opportunity to share lunch and connect with different UVic faculties, departments and service providers on topics such as motivation, study skills, job searches and wellness.
Crafternoons
Every Thursday from 1:00-3:00pm in the Ceremonial Hall, Indigenous students are invited to unwind and work on their crafts. This is a bring-your-own-craft event, but IACE does have some beading materials if needed.
Game Nights
Indigenous students are invited to play board games and enjoy some light snacks and refreshments in the Ceremonial Hall from 5:00-7:00pm. Fall term dates: Oct 3, Oct 24, Nov 7, Nov 21.
Movie Nights
Come on by the Ceremonial Hall from 5:00-8:00pm for a movie, light snacks and refreshments. Fall term dates: Oct 6, Oct 20, Nov 3, Dec 1.
Acupuncture
UVic Indigenous Student Community Acupuncture with Tania Farghali. To book: https://sustainableyouacupuncture.janeapp.com. Fall term dates: Oct 10, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 5 from 12:30-3:00pm.
Yoga
Indigenous students are invited for free drop-in yoga sessions with Tanisha Nuttall in the Ceremonial Hall. Fall term dates: Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6.