Indigenous Education Council
Indigenous Education Council
The Indigenous Education Council (IEC) has the collective responsibility to advise the college on challenges and barriers related to the success of Indigenous learners. Founded in 2017, the IEC was created to provide strategic direction for the college in improving the success, attainment, and retention of Indigenous learners at Sheridan.
Indigenous Education Council Membership List
| Member Core Support Team | Name |
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1. Elder/Knowledge Keeper(s) |
Julie Debassige |
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2. Representative from Six Nations of the Grand River |
Michelle Bomberry Six Nations Polytechnic |
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3. Representative from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation |
MCFN Councillor Erma Ferrell |
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4. Indigenous Friendship Centre: The Indigenous Network representative |
Jarius Skye from The Indigenous Network – Peel |
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5. Indigenous Youth Representative |
Ashley McCue |
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6. Indigenous Organization(s) Member |
Lisa Zangerl from Anishnawbe Health Foundation |
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7. Indigenous Community Member TDSB |
Jason Donio |
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8. Sick Kids Hospital |
Olivia Franks |
| Member Internal Leadership | Name |
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9. Sheridan Provost and Vice President Academic or designate |
Mary Vaughan |
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10. Associate Vice Presidents Indigenous Educaton and Engagement |
Amy Reader |
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11. SPARK, Sheridan Centre for Academic Excellence representative |
Lorena Garvey |
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12. AVP Student Experience and Student affairs |
Yukimi Henrey |
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13. Indigenous Engagement and Education Specialist |
Randi Jacob |
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14. CILS member Indigenous Outreach & Recruitment Advisor |
Holly LaForme |
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15. CILS Member |
Indigenous Student Advisor |
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Total Members: 15 |
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