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Strait Regional Centre for Education

Strait Regional Centre for Education Celebrates Mi'kmaw History Month 2026: Nepisulti’k — We Are Healing

October 1 marks Treaty Day and the beginning of Mi’kmaw History Month in Nova Scotia—a time to honour the legacy, culture and contributions of the Mi’kmaw people. Throughout the year—and especially during October—teachers engage students in meaningful activities that explore the connections between our shared past and present, deepening our understanding through Treaty Education and cultural learn

Notice · Oct. 1

St. Francis Xavier University

StFX German instructor Marlis Lade in Ottawa for Day of German Unity

StFX German instructor Marlis Lade attended a special event on Sept. 24th at the German ambassador's residence in Ottawa. The event commemorated 75 years of German-Canadian relations and looked ahead to the Day of German Unity on Oct. 3. “It was a memorable event, and I will bring new ideas back to StFX’s German classes,” says Ms. Lade, who notes she was invited because of StFX’s close relationshi

Notice · Oct. 1

St. Francis Xavier University

StFX community gathers to remember, is challenged to act beyond the day, at 2026 Truth and Reconciliation ceremony

In a poignant moment at StFX’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation ceremony, Cynthia Sewell, StFX Indigenous Student Advisor, played a song by Fawn Wood as the standing room only crowd in Joyce Family Atrium in Mulroney Hall rose to their feet. Members of the Indigenous Students’ Society opened the doors for the crowd to walk to the memorial fence to tie an orange ribbon of honour. The momen

Notice · Sept. 30

St. Francis Xavier University

StFX’s Dr. Greg Hadley working with Nova Scotia entrepreneurs to explore how schools can build entrepreneurial mindsets

Campus to Community: Sharing stories from our ongoing connections  St. Francis Xavier University doesn't stop at the edge of campus. Campus to Community is an ongoing series highlighting the deep ties between StFX and the communities it serves. We’re shining a light on these relationships--from research labs and global outreach, to service and shared purpose--and how they help shape and strengthen

Notice · Sept. 29

Coady Institute

Learning as a Path to Reconciliation

This September 30th, as we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Coady Institute reaffirms our commitment to learning from Indigenous knowledge, leadership, and lived experience — guided by principles like Two-Eyed Seeing — as we work toward decolonizing our programs and deepening relationships built on respect, reciprocity, and responsibility.

Notice · Sept. 25

Coady Institute

Investing in Leadership: Sally Van de Wiel

East Coast Credit Union’s Sally Van de Wiel shares why she believes in investing in Coady’s community-led approach to leadership - and how empowering people to listen, connect, and lead can create lasting change for generations to come.

Notice · Sept. 23

Strait Regional Centre for Education

SRCE Honours Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026

In the SRCE, Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters/E’tasiw mijuaj’jij sespete’tasit will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 . In the spirit of truth, reconciliation and hope, students, parents, guardians, families, staff, volunteers and community partners are invited to join in honouring Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters / E’tasiw mijuaj’jij sespete’tasit on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, by

Notice · Sept. 22