SNP launches Integrated Employment Service

Six Nations Polytechnic has announced the launch of an Integrated Employment Service at its new SNP Career Centre to support jobseekers, learners, and community members. Delivered in partnership with Employment Ontario and Fedcap Canada, the service will offer coordinated wrap-around supports, such as employment counselling, training pathways, and engagement with local employers. “The new SNP […]

Several postsecondary institutions are among the recipients of a recent $35M disbursement by the Government of Canada through the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF). The purpose of the EAF is to help build more accessible, safe, and inclusive workplaces and communities. Projects at Ontario Tech University (as UOIT), Six Nations Polytechnic, Trent University, the University of […]

BHP Foundation has announced roughly $16M in funding to support a new Indigenous-led initiative to support Indigenous entrepreneurship and business education. Created in partnership with Colleges and Institutes Canada, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology, Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies, and Six Nations Polytechnic, the initiative will develop Indigenous entrepreneurship and mentorship training, support Indigenous learners […]

Six Nations Polytechnic is leading a new research project—Leveraging AI for Indigenous Language Learning—to explore how AI can support Indigenous language revitalization. Funded by the Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario, the project examines whether adaptive AI tools can complement SNP’s existing in-person language programs and help preserve sacred knowledge while upholding data sovereignty. To […]

Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (SNGRDC) has announced a commitment of $950K to provide tuition support to Six Nations students enrolled at Six Nations Polytechnic. The funds will be distributed in $50K increments yearly for the next 19 years. “This commitment will help enrich the community by providing students with the resources […]

The Mastercard Foundation has announced $235M in funding to 30 Indigenous-led organizations and postsecondary institutions across Canada, marking the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report. Ten Indigenous postsecondary institutions—First Nations Technical Institute, First Nations University of Canada, Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research, Kenjgewin Teg, Mi’kai’sto Red Crow […]

Six Nations Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma in Ǫgwehǫweh Language Program has received accreditation through the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC). Learners in this diploma program complete two years of study at the Six Nations Campus. Each cohort program cycle focuses on one Ǫgwehǫweh language, enabling learners to obtain a diploma in one of six […]

Six Nations Polytechnic has received a letter of support from the Six Nations of the Grand River (SNGR) Elected Council, enabling the institution to participate in Indigenous Services Canada’s funding application process. SNP Director of Advancement Matt Ferlin appeared before the council to formally request the letter of support. Ferlin explained that Indigenous Services Canada […]

Six Nations Polytechnic and Wilfrid Laurier University have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen academic ties and expand opportunities for Indigenous learners in Ontario. The institutions will work together to enhance Indigenous students’ educational and employment prospects while promoting cross-cultural understanding among non-Indigenous students. SNP President Rebecca Jamieson said the alliance reflects a “shared […]

The Ontario Council on Articulation and Transfer has announced that it has provided over $2M in funding to 29 projects focused on improving transfer at colleges, universities, and Indigenous Institutes in Ontario. These funded initiatives focus on flexible pathways, recognition of prior learning, and targeted supports for diverse learners. Projects include culturally relevant PLAR practices […]