Indigenous Join us at St. Lawrence College and let your post‑secondary journey be one filled with growth, connection, and confidence. Whether you’re taking your first steps away from home or continuing your educational path, we want your time here to be healthy, enjoyable, and truly meaningful.
Our Indigenous Student Advisors are here to support you throughout your entire experience at SLC. They’re ready to listen, guide, and help you find the resources, community, and balance you need to thrive—academically, personally, and culturally. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone; we’re here to walk beside you every step of the way.
You can connect with Indigenous Student Advisors at all three campuses, and they’re available by email, Teams, or phone whenever you need them.
Indigenous Services General Inbox: indigenousservices@sl.on.ca
Shirley Chaisson
Indigenous Student Advisor, Cornwall/Brockville
Aanii! I am Anishinaabe and a proud member of the Aamjiwnaang Reserve in Sarnia, Ontario. It’s an honour to support Indigenous students here at St. Lawrence College and to help foster a community where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
Through the Indigenous Centre, I strive to offer a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where you can speak openly about whatever is on your mind—whether you’re navigating academic pressures, adjusting to life away from home, or simply looking for someone who understands the unique experiences of Indigenous students. This is a space where you can bring your whole self, without judgment, and trust that you will be supported every step of the way.
I truly believe that your success is our success. Your goals, your well‑being, and your journey matter deeply, and I am here to walk alongside you as you find your path, build community, and thrive at SLC.
schaisson@sl.on.ca
Cornwall: 613.933.6080 ext. 2365
Brockville: 613-345-0660 ext. 2365
Lindsay Brant
Director, Indigenous Initiatives Tri-campus
Shé:kon. My name is Lindsay Brant, and my Mohawk name is Kawennenhá:wi, which means “she carries the words”. I am a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, sit with the Turtle Clan, and live on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. I believe in supporting Indigenous student success through creating a community of belonging on our campuses at SLC. Our team is always happy to connect with you to support you along your journey at SLC. I also support Indigenous initiatives more broadly across our campuses, focusing on supporting the work of Indigenizing curriculum and spaces/places of learning, engaging with our local communities, and offering events to build awareness around Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being.
Kingston: 613.544.5400 ext. 81192
Brockville: 613.345.0660 ext. 81192
Cornwall: 613.933.6080 ext. 81192
Student Wellness and Accessibility
We understand that being in college can be an exciting time, but that it can also be accompanied with stressful times. Meeting with a friendly and professional counsellor with whatever may be challenging or troubling, can make a difference.
Some common areas of concern addressed in counselling are; stress management, grief/loss, sexuality, substance use, and much more.
Holly Brant
Indigenous Counsellor, Tri-campus
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Shé:kon, Karennenhá:wi niyónkyats. Kanyen’kehá:ka na’kya’tò:ten tánon’ wakenyáhton. Kenhtéke nikìteron. Hello, my name is Karrennehá:wi (She Carries Music), pronounced Ga-ren-na-how-we and I am Kanyen’keha:ka Mohawk. I belong with the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, sit with the Turtle Clan and live on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. I believe student wellness is holistic. Maintaining balance and inner peace may be a difficult task during the hectic school year, but if you need some help or just want to chat, stop by. I look forward to meeting you.
hbrant@sl.on.ca
K: 613.544.5400 ext. 1095
B: 613.345.0660 ext. 1095
C: 613.933.6080 ext. 1095
Recruitment
Roxanne Lockyer
Indigenous Recruiter, Tri-Campus
Kingston: 613.544.5400 ext. 1837
Brockville: 613.345.0660 ext. 1837
Cornwall: 613.933.6080 ext. 1837