U of T Indigenous Research Network

WE ARE HIRING!

The Department of Social Justice Education at OISE is seeking an Assistant Professor specializing in Indigenous Studies and Social Justice Education.

🗓️Apply by January 8, 2026
📷Learn more about the role and apply here: jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-...

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Indira Quintasi Orosco travelled to her home country of Peru to learn about efforts to revitalize the Quechua language, including at the Instituto de Educación Superior Pedagógico Público Túpac Amaru.

Indira Quintasi Orosco, a PhD student @oiseuoft.bsky.social returned to Peru to strengthen ties in the Global South for the #UofTIRN's International Indigenous Research Consortium 🌎

She focused on decolonial, community-based initiatives preserving Quechua language & culture: buff.ly/a4hbncC

Lunch and Learn Series: Emily Grafton - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto Join the Indigenous Research Network and Ziibiing Lab at the University of Toronto for yet another Lunch and Learn session on Nov. 10. The session will feature Emily Grafton, an associate professor of...

Join the IRN and Ziibiing Lab for its next Lunch and Learn series on Nov. 10.

Emily Grafton (University of Regina) will discuss her book, "Divided Power: How Federalism Undermines Reconciliation."

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@utoronto.ca @artsci.utoronto.ca @oiseuoft.bsky.social

#UofT Indigenous Research Network fosters partnerships to launch global Indigenous research consortium 🌎 buff.ly/mVBHNyS #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous

U of T grad navigates cancer while learning how to improve the health of Indigenous families - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto Diagnosed with colon cancer just weeks before starting her master’s degree, Linda Nothing found strength in ceremony, language and community.

U of T grad navigates cancer while learning how to improve the health of Indigenous families 💙 #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous | @uoft-fifsw.bsky.social

Learn Kanyen’keha (Mohawk) with instructor Tahnee Bennett this winter and support Indigenous language revitalization!

The course begins on January 6 and is open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners.

Early-bird discount available until November 30:
🔗 outdoorlearning.com/event/kanyen...

Linda Nothing, centre, celebrates her convocation with Assistant Professor Suzy Goodleaf, left, and Associate Professor Jane Middleton-Moz, right, of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work

#UofT grad tackles cancer while learning how to improve the health of Indigenous families #UofTGrad25 📜 uoft.me/bXM

Join the Indigenous Research Network and Ziibiing Lab or the launch of the 2025–26 Lunch and Learn series on Oct. 24!

#UofTArtSci's Pedro Mateo Pedro will discuss community-to-classroom approaches to Mayan language reclamation. Register today: buff.ly/4fXmJVg #UofTIRN

Assistant Professor - Indigenous Politics - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto The Department of Political Science in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Indigenous Politics.

The Department of Political Science at #UofT invites applications for a full-time tenure stream, assistant professor position in Indigenous Politics.

🗓 Application deadline: Nov. 5, 2025

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Language revitalization advocate Karihwakè:ron Tim Thompson, Arts & Science Interim Dean Stephen Wright, Commissioner of Indigenous Languages Ronald E. Ignace, and Associate Professor Susan Hill

'It's not about collecting data, it's about learning from one another': The A&S Indigenous Research Ethics Symposium explored the ways academics can ensure that research is grounded in reciprocity, respect and care.

Read more: bit.ly/4omn1M9

Partnering in Service of First Nations Child Well-being with Amber Crowe and Barbara Fallon - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto The Centre for Research and Innovation Support (CRIS) and the Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP) welcome all to an open and engaging discussion on walking the partnership path in pursuit and serv...

Oct. 16 🗓 How can faculty and communities partner to service First Nations child and family well-being?

Join Amber Crowe (Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services) and Barbara Fallon (@uoft-fifsw.bsky.social) as they share insights from their work. #UofTIRN

Great Lakes Research Alliance marks 20 years of celebrating Indigenous history, culture and language - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto For two decades, the Great Lakes Research Alliance for the Study of Aboriginal Arts & Cultures(GRASAC) has worked to preserve, celebrate and share cultural belongings and information about First…

Great Lakes Research Alliance marks 20 years of celebrating Indigenous history, culture and language 💙 buff.ly/uaaLavL #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous

The Survivors’ Flag is raised at U of T St. George

Survivors’ Flag raised across #UofT ahead of Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡 uoft.me/bRP

Tanya Talaga's 'The Knowing' book cover

Sept. 30 | Orange Shirt Day at OISE Library Book Club

Join UTL and OISE for a book club discussion of Tanya Talaga's 'The Knowing'.
⏰ 1 - 2 p.m.
📍 OISE Library

The book club is open to everyone at #UofT. 🧡 #OrangeShirtDay #NDTR.

More info 📙 https://bit.ly/42axmST

2025 All-Nations Powwow - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto A Powwow is an Indigenous social celebration where community members can gather and enjoy traditional singing and dancing. All community members, including non-Indigenous, are welcome and strongly enc...

Hosted by @utm.utoronto.ca’s Office of Indigenous Initiatives, the Oct. 4 All-Nations Powwow marks the third year people will gather on campus to celebrate Indigenous culture, community and tradition 💙 #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous

U of T Arts & Science and Indigenous Research Network to co-host research symposium  - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto The Dean’s Advisory Committee on Indigenous Research, Teaching, and Learning in the Faculty of Arts & Science and the Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto, will host the A&S Indige...

#UofTArtSci and the Indigenous Research Network to co-host research symposium 📚 #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous

The IRN Insider is your newsletter for the latest IRN news, opportunities and events.

📬 The first edition of the IRN Insider is now in your inbox!

Our monthly newsletter will highlight upcoming events, funding and research opportunities, and inspiring stories from researchers across the tri-campus.

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🩺 @pharmacy.utoronto.ca alum sees change in acceptance of Indigenous cultures in health care: buff.ly/vlOqoNM #UofTIRN #UofTIndigenous

Welcome to a new academic term, #UofTIRN!

We look forward to connecting with you as we promote Indigenous scholars' research accomplishments at
@utoronto.ca

Visit our website for more: irn.utoronto.ca

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🛎️ Please note: The deadline to register for the Temagami/N’Daki Menan Colloquium has changed to Sept. 5.

Email us to secure your spot! #UofTIRN

#UofT faculty are invited to apply for On the Land – a cultural safety course hosted by @transformhf.bsky.social.

This is a unique opportunity to join other faculty, clinicians & trainees in exploring how to apply a lens of cultural safety to your work 💚 buff.ly/LF6omck #UofTIRN

Join the IRN for the 52nd Temagami/N’Daki Menan Colloquium – four days of land-based learning in Teme-Augama Anishinaabe territory.

Open to the @utoronto.ca community, the event centres on Indigenous self-determination, land & water relations 🌿 buff.ly/QQDahJe #UofTIRN

Indigenous Training Coordinator, Office of Indigenous Initiatives - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto The Office of Indigenous Initiatives at the University of Toronto is currently seeking an Indigenous Training Coordinator is join its team.

📢 The Office of Indigenous Initiatives is hiring an Indigenous Training Coordinator!

Design and deliver Indigenous cultural competency training and related educational experiences for @utoronto.ca faculty, staff & students 🏫 Deadline: August 5 #UofTIndigenous

Black Research Network: 2026-27 JHI Faculty Research Fellowships The Chancellor Jackman Faculty Research Fellowship (JHIFRF) offers six- and 12-month awards to University of Toronto faculty members in the...

Apply for the 2026–27 JHI Faculty Research Fellowships!

Centered on the theme "Doubles, Doppelgängers," these year-long awards are open to #UofT faculty in the tenured and continuing appointment streams.

🗓️ Deadline: Sept. 16 at 4 p.m.

Faculty Writing Accelerator: 12 Weeks to Publication 2025 - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto This free program offered by CRIS supports faculty writing through a sustained 12-week series of discussions.

✍🏽 Want to improve your scholarly writing? Apply for "Faculty Writing Accelerator: 12 Weeks to Publication 2025!"

Offered by the CRIS, this 12-week series helps improve writing, sharpen abstracts and titles for better journal acceptance. Deadline: August 8!

U of T Scarborough is Honouring Indigenous Culture with New Names for Four Campus Spaces | University of Toronto Magazine - University of Toronto Magazine The names reflect a distinct world view and carry centuries of knowledge, says Prof. Tahohtharátye Joe Brant Read More

The @utsc.bsky.social is honouring Indigenous culture with new names for four campus spaces 💛

Revisit the #UofT Magazine feature: buff.ly/oJHsvSC

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Indigenous Innovation and Leadership in Research Network Grants - Indigenous Research Network at the University of Toronto Indigenous Innovation and Leadership in Research Network Grants are offered by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.

Now open: Indigenous Innovation and Leadership in Research Network Grants!

The SSHRC program builds on Indigenous knowledge systems + Indigenous ontology, epistemology and methodology across disciplines.

🗓 Deadline: Oct. 21 / 8 p.m. EST #UofTIRN

A few special moments from June 🧡

To honour #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, First Nations House hosted a gathering to welcome and connect the Indigenous community from across all @utoronto.ca campuses. #UofTIndigenous