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Line 59: − − − Thank you for letting me share this insight into Indigenous circle's beliefs. It's important to recognize that there may be different beliefs and practices within Indigenous communities, and that they are all valid and rooted in cultural traditions. It's also important to acknowledge that addiction and substance use disorder can be a complex and challenging issue, and that different approaches and strategies may be needed to address it. The use of traditional medicines and practices, such as smudging, can be a helpful tool in supporting healing and wellness for individuals and communities, but it's important to approach them with respect and understanding of their cultural significance.
Indigenous Awareness Workshop featuring Austin Ward (view source)
Revision as of 07:04, 27 April 2023
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== About the event ==
== About the event ==
The Materiel Group Diversity and Inclusion Office is pleased to present its first in-person L1 Working Group event, and you’re invited!
== About Austin Ward ==
We will host an Indigenous Awareness Workshop featuring keynote speaker Austin Ward - a Métis First Nations man from Manitoba and residential school survivor who was raised by his Mohawk father. His father taught him how to hunt, fish, and set up trap lines while emphasizing the importance of honouring the animals that gave their lives to feed their families and community.
Austin will guide and teach us how to make smudge kits and their significance, followed by a Q&A session facilitated by the Diversity and Inclusion Office Section Head, Samantha Moonsammy. Each participant will receive a smudge kit.
== Event Details ==
Thursday, May 18, 2023
10 am-12 pm EDT
DND Headquarters, 60 Moodie Drive, Building 5 West,
Cafeteria (next to Starbucks)
== Important Information ==
This event is limited to 50 participants. Advance registration using the form below is required for security and escorting to the building. Parking is available however parking fees are the participants’ responsibility.
RSVP [https://forms.gle/EEYtFyf4ctjftgn5A here]
Wiki: [[Diversity and Inclusion Office|https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Diversity_and_Inclusion_Office]]
Email: [Mailto:DiversityandInclusion-Diversiteetinclusion@forces.gc.ca DiversityandInclusion-Diversiteetinclusion@forces.gc.ca]
We look forward to welcoming you to this meaningful networking and learning event.
== More About Austin Ward ==
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Austin Ward is a Métis First Nations man from Manitoba who was raised by his Mohawk father. His father taught him how to hunt, fish, and set up trap lines while emphasizing the importance of honoring the animals that gave their lives to feed their families and community. However, when Austin went away to residential school for two years, he returned to find that his father no longer wanted to teach him the traditional ways. This caused Austin to resent his Indigenous culture and eventually led him to become street-involved in Winnipeg.
Austin Ward is a Métis First Nations man from Manitoba who was raised by his Mohawk father. His father taught him how to hunt, fish, and set up trap lines while emphasizing the importance of honouring the animals that gave their lives to feed their families and community. However, when Austin went away to residential school for two years, he returned to find that his father no longer wanted to teach him the traditional ways. This caused Austin to resent his Indigenous culture and eventually led him to become street-involved in Winnipeg.
Despite his troubled past, Austin decided to make a better life for himself and his son by moving to Ontario and attending Algonquin College. He successfully graduated from multiple programs, including General Arts & Science, Social Work, PSW, and Aboriginal study Victimology, Autism, and Behavior studies. He also obtained many certificates in Suicide Prevention, Crisis Intervention, and Behavioral Training. As a Métis First Nations man, Austin currently works as a BIPOC practice facilitator and supervises an interdisciplinary team called the Dope Response Unit. He also facilitates a Niche circle in Dundonald Park and has given talks on how to break the street life cycle.
Despite his troubled past, Austin decided to make a better life for himself and his son by moving to Ontario and attending Algonquin College. He successfully graduated from multiple programs, including General Arts & Science, Social Work, PSW, and Aboriginal study Victimology, Autism, and Behaviour studies. He also obtained many certificates in Suicide Prevention, Crisis Intervention, and Behavioural Training. As a Métis First Nations man, Austin currently works as a BIPOC practice facilitator and supervises an interdisciplinary team called the Dope Response Unit. He also facilitates a Niche circle in Dundonald Park and has given talks on how to break the street life cycle.
== The Significance of Smudge Kits ==
When creating smudge kits with these medicines, it's important to handle them with respect and care. The intentions behind the smudging ceremony should be pure and positive, and the smoke from the burning medicines should be used to cleanse and purify the space or person.
When creating smudge kits with these medicines, it's important to handle them with respect and care. The intentions behind the smudging ceremony should be pure and positive, and the smoke from the burning medicines should be used to cleanse and purify the space or person.
