Indigenous Spaces - Indigenous Initiatives

Indigenous spaces on campus play a vital role in fostering belonging, cultural continuity, and community for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students, staff, faculty, and community members. These spaces support learning, ceremony, gathering, and relationship-building, while also creating opportunities for all members of the campus community to engage with Indigenous knowledges, perspectives, and ways of being.

The creation and visibility of Indigenous spaces are guided by commitments outlined in Western’s Indigenous Strategic Plan, which emphasizes the importance of dedicated, respectful, and accessible environments that reflect Indigenous presence across campus. These spaces contribute to meaningful reconciliation by centering Indigenous needs, supporting Indigenous-led initiatives, and ensuring that Indigenous people can see themselves reflected in the physical landscape of the university.

Indigenous Education Office

This designated space is primarily used to host faculty and student meetings on-campus and offers Indigenous students a space to gather. The space offers card access for after hours entry and is made available to Indigenous graduate students.

Address: Faculty of Education Building, Room 1180

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indigenous food and medicine on campus at the wampum learning lodge

Indigenous Food and Medicine Gardens on Campus

There are two garden areas on campus maintained by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, one by the Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) and one by the Wampum Learning Lodge (WLL). Both gardens focus on promoting Indigenous community engagement, Indigenous knowledge exchange, and teaching about growing sustainable Indigenous foods and medicines for future generations. Medicines are grown and harvested to support the programming needs of the ISC and WLL.

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Indigenous Student Centre

The Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) is a welcoming and supportive gathering place for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students. The ISC offers a space for studying, socializing, and accessing culturally relevant supports. Students can connect with peers, participate in programming, and access resources that support their academic journeys and personal well-being. The ISC plays an important role in fostering community and promoting student success through Indigenous-led services and initiatives.

Self-Identifying First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students are invited to register for student card access to the space.

Address: Western Student Services Building, Room 2100

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indigenous students in the indigenous studies faculty lounge

Indigenous Studies Faculty-Student Lounge

Indigenous Studies (IS) has transformed the Indigenous Studies Library into a faculty-student lounge (SSC 3103) and will begin hosting monthly student gatherings! IS wants to create a strong community feel to their quickly growing program.  This space is for all Indigenous Studies students, faculty, and staff.

Address: Social Science Centre, Room 3103

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Indigenous Studies Office

The Indigenous Studies Program provides an academic space dedicated to the study of Indigenous histories, cultures, languages, and contemporary experiences. Through interdisciplinary teaching and research, the program supports Indigenous and non-Indigenous students in developing a deeper understanding of Indigenous perspectives. It also serves as a hub for faculty, students, and community members engaged in Indigenous scholarship and critical conversations that contribute to reconciliation and relationship-building.

Address: Social Science Centre, Room 3207

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Wampum Learning Lodge

The Wampum Learning Lodge is a dedicated Indigenous learning and gathering space that supports teaching, ceremony, and community engagement. Designed in partnership with Indigenous communities, the Lodge reflects Indigenous knowledge systems and values. It hosts a range of programming, including workshops, events, and classes, and serves as a central hub for Indigenous initiatives on campus. The Lodge is a place where relationships are built, knowledge is shared, and Indigenous cultures are honoured.

The Lodge has three levels and includes a large gathering dome, studies spaces, classroom, meeting room, smudge lounge, wellness room, kitchen, and an Elder’s room. The outdoor space includes a ceremonial arbour/gathering circle, as well as an extensive food and medicine garden.

Self-Identifying First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students are invited to register for student card access to the space in order to utilize the many study spaces available.

Address: 1137 Western Road (Suite 1200), London

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Affiliate University College Spaces

Huron University College

Eagle Tree of Peace Statue

The Wampum Learning Lodge is a dedicated Indigenous learning and gathering space that supports teaching, ceremony, and community engagement. Designed in partnership with Indigenous communities, the Lodge reflects Indigenous knowledge systems and values. It hosts a range of programming, including workshops, events, and classes, and serves as a central hub for Indigenous initiatives on campus. The Lodge is a place where relationships are built, knowledge is shared, and Indigenous cultures are honoured.

The Lodge has three levels and includes a large gathering dome, studies spaces, classroom, meeting room, smudge lounge, wellness room, kitchen, and an Elder’s room. The outdoor space includes a ceremonial arbour/gathering circle, as well as an extensive food and medicine garden.

Self-Identifying First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students are invited to register for student card access to the space in order to utilize the many study spaces available.

Address: 1137 Western Road (Suite 1200), London

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King's University College

Reflection Circle

The Reflection Circle at King’s is an outdoor space designed for quiet contemplation, gathering, and ceremony. Rooted in Indigenous design principles, the circle offers a place for reflection, learning, and connection to the land. It is used by all students, faculty, and community members for both personal and collective purposes, supporting moments of pause and intentional engagement within a natural setting.

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