Office of Indigenous Affairs
The Office of Indigenous Affairs (INAF) offers leadership and coordination in support of UVic’s numerous Indigenous services for students, staff and faculty. From our progressive approach to teaching and research to our range of partnerships with local Indigenous communities, UVic is committed to fostering a learning environment that is supportive of and responsive to the diverse needs of Indigenous learners.
INAF resources include academic programs, community projects, the First Peoples House and the Elders-in-Residence program. INAF also provides advice to a number of departments across campus in pursuit of building partnerships with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities and organizations.
Before, during and after their time at UVic, the Office of Indigenous Affairs connects Indigenous students with educational, financial, and cultural resources on campus and in local communities.
First Peoples House
The First Peoples House is a social, cultural and academic centre for Indigenous students at UVic and serves as a safe and welcoming place that encourages community building. Acknowledging the teachings from the territories, one must enter the House with a good mind and a good heart.
Indigenous Student Support & Programs
INAF organizes programs and services such as Elders Voices, Craft and Culture nights, Talking Circles, Financial Aide and Mentoring, Indigenous Recognition Ceremonies that support current and graduating students.
Indigenous Student Recruitment & Counselling
Indigenous Student Recruitment assists prospective students by coordinating, Mini-University Summer Camp, Pathways and Opportunities, Indigenous Week of Welcome events, and providing outreach to communities across BC. Indigenous counselling offers a safe and caring place that honors Indigenous knowledge, experience and healing.
Contact Indigenous Affairs
Contact
Mailing address:Office of Indigenous Affairs |
Courier or in-person address:Office of Indigenous Affairs |
Phone/email:Phone: 250-472-4913 |
Directory listing
| Group/Position | Name | Telephone | Office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant | Vacant | 250-853-3730 | FPH 140 | iacereceptionist@uvic.ca |
| Associate Director | Vacant | 250-472-4618 | FPH 147 | iaceassocdir@uvic.ca |
| Associate Director Academic | Rob Hancock | 250-472-4231 | FPH 143 | iaceadac@uvic.ca |
| Administrative Officer | Doreen Provencher | 250-472-4125 | FPH 142 | doreenp@uvic.ca |
| Elders Engagement & Protocol Coordinator | Lola Garcia | 250-853-3821 | FPH 133 | ecgarcia@uvic.ca |
| Cultural Protocol Liaison | Charlotte Charlie | 250-986-2145 | FPH 133 | charlottecharlie@uvic.ca |
| Director's Assistant / Office Administrator | Jess Sherman | 250-472-4913 | FPH 148 | iaceadm@uvic.ca |
| Director, Indigenous University Communications | Hannah Mashon | 250-472-5566 | FPH 135 | hmashon@uvic.ca |
| Communications Officer | Aja Sy | 250-472-5566 | FPH 135 | ajasy@uvic.ca |
| Events Coordinator | Lydia Pengilley | 250-482-3994 | FPH 150 | lydiapen@uvic.ca |
| Executive Director | Kundoqk Jacquie Green | 250-472-4877 | FPH 149 | iaceed@uvic.ca |
| FPH Building and Operations Coordinator | Carly Cunningham | 250-853-3601 | FPH 150 | cec@uvic.ca |
| Indigenous Student Support Coordinator | Andrea Thibodeau | 250-472-5982 | FPH 139 | andreathibodeau@uvic.ca |
| LE,NONET STEM First Year Coordinator | Izzy Ward | 250-853-3599 | FPH 137 | iward@uvic.ca |
| LE,NONET Experiential Learning Coordinator | Renee Livernoche | 250-721-6326 | FPH 145 | reneeliv@uvic.ca |
| LE,NONET First Year Coordinator | Candice Cook | 250-472-5262 | FPH 141 | candicecook@uvic.ca |
| LE,NONET Student Leadership Program Coordinator | Lauren McLean | 250-472-5982 | FPH 144 | laurennmclean@uvic.ca |
| Counsellor for Indigenous Students | Marcey Louie | 250-721-8341 | UVC B270 | counsell@uvic.ca |
| Counsellor for Indigenous Students | Roger John | 250-721-8341 | UVC B270 | Indigcoun1@uvic.ca |
| FAX | 250-472-4952 |