The Government of Ontario recently announced a new funding model for its higher education system that includes $57M over three years for Indigenous-led postsecondary education and training. The Indigenous Institutes Consortium praised the investment for igniting a “new era for Indigenous institutes” with sustainable, equitable access to Indigenous-led PSE and training. “This investment will unlock the full potential of Indigenous learners and First Nations communities, building a more equitable, diverse, and resilient Ontario economy,” said IIC Executive Director Marsha Josephs. Several institute leaders echoed Josephs’ comments and shared how the funding would be used at their institute to meet student demand, offer culturally-rooted programming and supports, and enhance their operations.
