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The University in its efforts to embed Indigenous peoples\u2019 rights and its efforts towards reconciliation with Indigenous people has established a number of policies and protocols. Policies and procedures are official rules of the University. Protocols vary across Indigenous cultures and are not necessarily rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are often principled approaches for respectful, cross-cultural interactions, and are rooted in practices since time immemorial. Observing and acknowledging protocols are one way members of the University community can establish respectful dialogue and relationships with Indigenous people, communities and organizations. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Land Acknowledgement<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the University\u2019s land acknowledgment to be used at all ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ activities and events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Smudging and Pipe Ceremony Policy & Procedures<\/strong> <\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the University\u2019s policy<\/a> and procedures <\/a>for Smudging and Pipe Ceremony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Guidelines for Acknowledging Indigenous Peoples at ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Events and Ceremonies<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The university community is encouraged to make acknowledgements to the host Nations and their traditional lands at the beginning of ceremonies and events. Learn More<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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