About IPC

Beyond the academic support, our Centre becomes a home away from home for students. Here you will find a lounging area of couches to relax on between classes and to engage in supportive conversation with fellow students. We offer free soup for everyone to meet and have a meal together. Most importantly, we offer you a family and friendships that will last you a lifetime. We learn through gathering that even though we may lead different lives, we are the same.

Fact : 50% of Aboriginal teachers employed in Manitoba come from the BU Faculty of Education

Transition Supports

Assistance locating housing, schools, daycare, doctors, dentists, etc.

Academic Supports

Tutors, workshops, study groups, group tutorials, referrals to learning skills development supports, proof reading, reference texts

13% of BU students identify as Aboriginal

Cultural/ Spiritual Supports

Cultural events including the annual “All Nations Graduation Pow Wow”, sweat lodges with Brandon Friendship Centre, Round Dance, Elder Visits, Storytelling, Pipe Ceremonies, medicine picking, tea and storytelling, skirt making and much much more.

Personal and Social Supports

Movie nights, community volunteering, family get-togethers, Christmas party, gardening, crafts, beading, speakers, a place to meet and visit

“When you know who you are; when your mission is clear and you burn with the inner fire of unbreakable will; no cold can touch your heart; no deluge can dampen your purpose. You know that you are alive.”

– Chief Seattle, Duwamish (1780-1866)

Dedicated staff support

Indigenous student orientation
Aboriginal student collective
Potlucks
All Nations Pow Wow
Computer lab with printing
Scanner, fax and long distance phone
Study space
Smudging and Elders room
Child friendly play area
Smart TV
Comfortable common area

Our promise to you :

High quality education
Welcoming atmosphere
Exceptional education, preparation for career or academic goals
Social development to help you in your community
Individual support
Holistic programming