The Centre for Indigenous Learning and Support is an inclusive space for students to make friends and access support

• part of Sheridan's commitment to support the academic and personal success of all Indigenous students: Status, Non-Status, Metis, and Inuit

Support Services

New and prospective students

• orientation session
• peer mentors
• assists prospective students with their application and portfolio when applying to Sheridan
• help with Pathways into Sheridan

Financial Aid

• Indigenous students may be eligible for specialized government funding 
• will answer questions on financial aid including First Nations Band Funding, Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), scholarships/bursaries and Inspire 

Elders

• opportunities to meet with Elders for support, guidance and teachings
• an Elder is available every Thursday

Recruitment

• works closely with the Sheridan recruitment team to let future students know about the diverse programming and Indigenous community at Sheridan
• collaborate with the Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design (FAAD) to offer creative, hands-on workshops to teens aged 14 to 17

Indigenous Education Council (IEC)

• has the collective responsibility to advise the college on challenges and barriers related to the success of Indigenous learners
• created to provide strategic direction for the college in improving the success, attainment, and retention of Indigenous learners at Sheridan

Locations

• Room B298, Davis Campus
• Room B127, Trafalgar Road Campus