Waasaabiidaasamose Indigenous Centre

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The Waasaabiidaasamose Indigenous Centre is a lively, inspiring space where Indigenous students can feel grounded, supported, and connected. It’s a place to recharge, dive into your studies, meet new friends, and celebrate culture—all in an environment that feels like your own community on campus.

At the Waasaabiidaasamose Indigenous Centre, you’ll experience:

A vibrant collection of Indigenous‑focused resources
Computers and tech to help you stay on top of your work
Comfortable spaces designed for studying, relaxing, and gathering
Cultural and spiritual support that honours your identity and traditions
Engaging events, activities, and celebrations that bring community to life

It’s more than a centre—it’s a dynamic hub where you can learn, grow, and thrive.

What does “Waasaabiidaasamose” mean? 

“Waasaabiidaasamose” is an Anishnawbemowin word meaning “walks far.” This name is gifted from St. Lawrence College’s first Knowledge Keeper, Helena Neveu (Waasaabiidaasamose Kwe), and reflects the significant journeys undertaken by Indigenous students, their families, and their communities as they pursue post‑secondary education and future aspirations.

St. Lawrence College respectfully acknowledges the injustices and disparities that have shaped the experiences of Indigenous peoples in this country. At the same time, we honour the richness of Indigenous cultures—their resilience, their contributions, and the many achievements that continue to define their stories.

We are committed to walking this path together, guided by the principles and responsibilities of reconciliation.

To contact an Advisor by phone without long distance charges, simply dial the campus number followed by the relevant extension.

Kingston

Room 03030, Yellow Wing
St. Lawrence College

Brockville

Room 277

Cornwall

Room A1001, Aultsville Hall

Testimonials

"When I started SLC, I felt like all odds were against me. I was a first-generation single Indigenous mother in my thirties with a learning disability and a child with disabilities. I had recently overcome an addiction, and my son’s father had just passed. However, I received incredible support from Student Wellness and Accessibility, my amazing professors, and my Indigenous Advisor, Mary Ann Lyons, who gave me inspiration when I needed it the most."

Kaycie Brant, Valedictorian 2023, Kingston

"I was honoured to participate in SLC’s first pre-Convocation celebration for Indigenous graduates in June 2023. I was not only celebrated as an SLC graduate but was also recognized as an Indigenous SLC graduate. Receiving the Indigenous blanket and hearing the words that were said during the ceremony touched me spiritually, and I felt honoured and proud to walk across the convocation stage with my blanket wrapped around me."

Pauline Giles - Mental Wellness and Addiction Worker 2023, Brockville