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Indigenous Student Services (ISS) Learn More
ISS offers a welcoming and supportive environment for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students. ISS provides a range of services including admission assistance, financial aid guidance, wellness counseling, and academic support. These initiatives aim to celebrate Indigenous cultures, promote academic success, and build strong connections across campus.
Indigenous Wellness Counsellor, Sarah Thorne
365-366-8530 (call or text)
The Cooperative of Indigenous Studies Students & Alumni (CISSA)
The C.I.S.S.A.’s mission is to foster student well-being and build a thriving, connected community. They are dedicated to creating a supportive environment for Indigenous students, enhancing services and reinforcing the bonds between students, alumni and broader communities.
They offer weekly programming partnered with Indigenous Student Services.
E-mail address: cissaatmac@gmail.com
Instagram: @cissaatmac
McMaster Indigenous Graduate Students (MIGS)
McMaster Indigenous Graduate Students (MIGS) is a collective of McMaster Indigenous students at the graduate level.
Instagram: @macindigenousgradstudents
Email: migs.mcmaster@gmail.com
Career Access Professional Services (CAPS) Learn More
CAPS is for students and alumni who identify as a member of an equity-deserving group or have barriers to employment.
Equity-deserving groups include people who experience discrimination and social barriers that prevent them from receiving equal access to services and opportunities. Some equity-deserving groups include women; racialized persons; First Nations, Métis and Inuit; persons with disabilities; and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
The CAPS team provides individualized support to assist with all aspects of career development including exploration, preparation and the building of skills and confidence.
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Indigenous Student Athlete Council (ISAC)
The Indigenous Student-Athlete Council is the collective voice of student-athletes who identify as Indigenous. The council was founded in 2023 to build a community for Indigenous Student-Athletes at McMaster, increase Indigenous representation in sport, and provide a platform for student-athletes to advocate on behalf of and represent the interests of all Indigenous student-athletes with administration.
- Instagram: @mcmaster.isac
- Email: isac@mcmaster.ca
McMaster Indigenous Health Movement (IHM)
The Indigenous Health Movement (IHM) is an interdisciplinary, student-run club providing opportunities for students to learn about topics related to Indigenous health and well-being. Their activities involve planning and executing speaker events and community learning workshops. These workshops are guided by Indigenous voices and planned by a team of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students who work to educate and engage McMaster students, faculty and community members.
Instagram: @mcmasterihm
Email: macihc@mcmaster.ca
Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) Learn More
Homeward Bound program supporting Indigenous mothers in education, housing, and employment, Housing supports for youth 16-24, Healthy Babies Health Children, Addiction and mental health support, Cultural teachings, family and youth support, aboriginal court worker program
905-548-9593
Hope for Wellness Help Line
24/7 mental health counselling and crisis intervention for all Indigenous Peoples.
Offers phone and online chat support in English, French, Cree, Ojibway, and Inukitut
Call:1-855-242-3310
The Metis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Learn More
The Metis Nation of Ontario (MNO) organizes social events and gatherings based in Metis culture and the promotion of health and wellness. Contact the Hamilton branch for more information on local events.
Native Women's Centre Learn More
Native Women’s Centre provides safe, emergency shelter for all women regardless of age, ancestry, culture, place of origin or sexual orientation with or without children who are experiencing crisis in their lives due to family violence, homelessness, or conflict with the law.
1-888-308-6559
Talk4Healing
A culturally grounded, fully confidential helpline for Indigenous women available in 14 languages all across Ontario. Available 24/7.
1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
YouThrive Learn More
YouThrive is a new mental health program for BIPOC children, youth, & families offered by the Youth Wellness Centre & St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
Call: 905-522-1155 ext. 31725
YWCIntake@stjoes.ca