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TRCE Week – Closing Keynote with Ovide Mercredi, Oct. 2

October 2, 2026

Join us for the closing keynote of our Truth and Reconciliation programming with Ovide Mercredi, former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, lawyer, and respected Indigenous leader.

Drawing on decades of leadership and advocacy, Ovide will explore the role leaders play in removing colonial systemic barriers and advancing Indigenous student success in post-secondary education.

  • Roundhouse Auditorium, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae
  • 12:00 – 1:30 PM

The keynote will be livestreamed as well.

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