Land
acknowledgement
Georgian College acknowledges that all
campuses are situated on the traditional land
of the Anishnaabeg people.
The Anishnaabeg include the Odawa, Ojibwe
and Pottawatomi 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.
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Aaniin, She:Kon, Nakurmiik, Tanshi, which means hello
in Ojibwe, Mohawk, Inuktitut and Michif. Heartfelt
congratulations, Grizzlies!
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've already secured employment 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. You are a changemaker! 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 110,000 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
Greetings from Georgian's
President and CEO