Indigenous Student Resource Centre
Indigenous program
The Indigenous Student Resource Centre offers students a friendly lounge area where they can discuss school work, meet friends, plan social activities, or just hang out.
The Indigenous Student Resource Centre supports all Indigenous students through a successful transition to college life.
Activities for fun and connections : Volley Ball, brunch, Holiday parties, book club, outings, powwow visits, etc.
- 2spirits, trans and non-binary individuals
- Adults
- Elders
- First Nations
- Inuit
- Men
- Métis
- Others
- Teenagers
- Women
- Indigenous people that have questions about studies at John Abbott College
The centre also provides:
- A study area with Wi-Fi, computers, fax, and printers
- Indigenous Studies Library
- Guidance with registration and school system procedures
- Help with course assignments
- Tutoring and French classes
- Study skills and life skills workshops
- Cultural workshops and activities
- Social activities
- Help with personal concerns
- Listening and referrals
- Communication with sponsoring school boards
- Advocacy
- Food distribution and meals
- Support group
- Housing search
- Elders support
- Support with finding financial aid
These services are intended for Indigenous peoples
The INDex was created to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal in finding relevant and up-to-date information on services that were created specifically for them. Our goal is to promote cultural safety and community connectedness.
If you are an Indigenous person living, moving to or visiting Tiohtià:ke, the INDex can support you in your steps!
Need help now?
The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous peoples living in Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counselors are reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1 855-242-3310