Aaniin, She:Kon, Nakurmiik, Tanshi, which means hello
in Ojibwe, Mohawk, Inuktitut and Michif (the traditional
language of the Métis). We're so proud of you and all
you've achieved!
Reaching this moment took a lot of hard work,
perseverance and commitment. It wasn't so long ago
I was a student and I remember balancing studies with
other responsibilities wasn't easy. I admire – and am
inspired by – your determination and grit.
Maybe you have plans after graduation or maybe
you're still trying to figure out what's next. Regardless,
I encourage you to see this new beginning as an
opportunity. Embrace it, be curious and stay open to the
possibilities. Don't be afraid to take risks, change direction
or fail sometimes too. That's often when we learn life's
greatest lessons.
You now join more than 100,000 other Georgian alumni
living, working and making an impact all over the world.
Today, we don't say goodbye but rather baa-maa-pii, which
means until later in Anishnaabemowin – the language of
the Ojibwe people of these territories. Team Georgian
will always be here for you, cheering you on, and we hope
you'll keep in touch with us and share your stories.
I know wonderful adventures are ahead for each of you.
Wishing you all the best. Chi-Miigwech, thank you.
Kevin Weaver
President and CEO
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Greetings from Georgian's
President and CEO
Land
acknowledgment
Georgian College acknowledges that all
campuses are situated on the traditional land
of the Anishnaabeg [Ah-nish-NAH-beg] people.
The Anishnaabeg include the Odawa
[Oh-DAH-wah], Ojibwe and Pottawatomi
[poh-tah-WAH-toh-mee] nations, collectively
known as the Three Fires Confederacy.
Georgian College is dedicated to honouring
Indigenous history and culture and committed
to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation
and respect with all First Nations, Métis and
Inuit people.
