Indigenous Allyship Professional Development Workshop

Public Sessions

This registration is for our public professional development sessions. If you’re looking to book a private session for a large group, click here.

When: April 23, June 11, Sept. 17 & Nov. 19
Cost: $95 a person
Time: 10 am - 2:30 pm
Where: 750 9th Ave SE

Any professional working in Calgary will benefit from a deeper understanding of Indigenous cultures, and the impacts of historical events.  

This special offering of our Indigenous Allyship Professional Development Workshop can accommodate small groups or individuals interested in fostering a more respectful and inclusive work environment. 

The Indigenous Allyship Professional Development Workshop includes: 

• an engaging session on how to give a meaningful land acknowledgment 

• a guided walking tour of the land stopping at key landmarks and discussing critical perspectives on Indigenous and colonial histories 

• a storytelling session and Q&A with an Indigenous Elder/Knowledge Keeper 

Gain valuable insight and perspective on contemporary Indigenous relations to further your professional and personal journey to reconciliation. 

Indigenous Allyship Public Workshop Schedule

10 - 11:30 am | Path to Reconciliation Guided Tour

11:30 am - 12 pm | Writing Land Acknowledgements Session

12 - 12:45 pm | Lunch Break

1:45 - 2:30 pm | Indigenous Storytelling and Q&A Session

Hear from Indigenous Voices 

This workshop was developed with Otsskoipiiks'aakii Paula Smith, a Blackfoot Knowledge Keeper from Piikani Nation.  

In the afternoon, Paula will lead a storytelling session and discussion alongside Minipoka Peter Weasel Moccasin or another Elder from Treaty 7. This session offers valuable insight and perspective on contemporary Indigenous relations. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to foster a respectful, inclusive environment that honours Indigenous traditions and experiences. 

Be sure to pack a lunch!  

The workshop runs four hours, including a 30 minute lunch break. Food will not be provided so please pack a lunch or plan to grab food from a nearby business. Unfortunately, we do not have microwaves or a refrigerator available to use.