Events & Ceremonies

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Indigenous Recognition Ceremony Spring 2022 Graduates

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UVic students, staff and faculty gathered in the quad to witness the 215+ event in June 2022

victor underwood

Respected elder "Old One" Victor Underwood receives his Honorary Doctorate.

ceremonial hall

A group gathers in the ceremonial hall.

career fair

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

Every year IACE hosts Indigenous students grade 9-12 during the summer for a university experience. 

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. 

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.

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. 

Movie Nights

Come on by the Ceremonial Hall from 5:00-8:00pm for a movie, light snacks and refreshments. 

Acupuncture

UVic Indigenous Student Community Acupuncture booking available by https://uvictory.ca/ November 21, December 6. 

Yoga

Indigenous students are invited for free drop-in yoga sessions with Tanisha Nuttall in the Ceremonial Hall. Fall term dates: Dec 6.