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The Indigenous Field of Study is the first Master of Social Work (MSW) program in Canada rooted in a wholistic Indigenous worldview and contemporary social work practice. The goal is to develop social work practitioners who demonstrate an understanding of and respect for the history, traditions and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Canada. This unique program includes the use of Indigenous elders, a traditional circle process and Indigenous ceremonies.

The needs most commonly identified by Indigenous people, as seen often in their public statements and political processes, include self-determination, cultural preservation and respect for the wholistic healing worldview. The MSW Indigenous Field of Study will fully and dramatically root itself within the Indigenous worldview. Our goal is the development of social work practitioners who can seek empowerment for Indigenous populations so that they can meet the needs that they have identified for themselves.

Attend an Information Session

Learn more about our MSW program by attending one of our upcoming information sessions. These sessions will take place online via Zoom.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023 from 6 to 7 p.m., for the part-time program with Kenjgewin Teg. Zoom registration
  • Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 from 5 to 6 p.m., for full-time and part-time programs. Zoom registration
  • Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023 from 6 to 7 p.m., for full-time and part-time programs. Zoom registration
  • Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., for full-time and part-time programs. Zoom registration
  • Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 from 6 to 7 p.m., for full-time and part-time programs. Zoom registration
  • Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 from 6 to 7 p.m., for full-time and part-time programs. Zoom registration
  • Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 from 6 to 7 p.m., for the part-time program with Kenjgewin Teg. Zoom registration

Program Details

Digital Viewbook

Download our digital viewbook to get more information about the Indigenous Field of Study.

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