Iniskim Indigenous Relations

Territorial Acknowledgement

The University of Lethbridge acknowledges and deeply appreciates the Siksikaitsitapi Peoples’ connection to their territory. We, as people living and benefiting from Blackfoot Confederacy territory, honour the traditions of people who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We recognize the diverse population of Indigenous Peoples who attend the University of Lethbridge and the contributions these Indigenous Peoples have made in shaping and strengthening the University community in the past, present and in the future.

Iikaisskini means low horn in Blackfoot

Low horn represents the charging bison's stance, its head down and horns low to the ground.
Iikaisskini [ee-GUS-gah-nee] is where we share our stories, teachings and wisdom.
This is a safe place to explore new knowledge, engage in community dialogue and build relationships.
Together, we ignite pride and inspire leadership.

Iikaisskini Indigenous Services Administrative office

We support all self-identified Indigenous ULethbridge students! Contact us to connect with academic, cultural, financial, health and well-being resources.

Location:

University Hall | Sixth floor
Section E | Room E610


Hours of operation:

Open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays.

Contact us

Iikaisskini (Low Horn) Gathering Centre

Open to all ULethbridge students. Gather, study, socialize and learn from one another.


Location:

University Hall / Centre for Arts | Sixth floor
Atrium | Room W650


Hours of operation:

Open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Friday
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

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Iniskim

Future Students Day

Join us on Feb. 24 for Iniskim Future Students Day, an on-campus experience for Indigenous future students curious about programs, supports and campus life at ULethbridge.

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Iniskim Future Students Day

Indigenous stories

Meet Ikkinaipommowa (Gentle Transfer), Jodie Flamand-Tailfeathers (BA '14), Indigenous Student Advisor, Iikaisskini Indigenous Services

Ikkinaipommowa, Jodie Flamand-Tailfeathers, is the first person in her family to earn a bachelor's and she credits her grandmother, her husband and the Faculty of Management's Andrea Amelinckx and Rhonda Crow.
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Blackfoot artist Zoe Buckskin to be featured at Vibe Fest, Abbondànza 2026

Vibe Fest and Abbondànza explore the full spectrum of emerging art practices across disciplines. Learn more about the 2026 event's featured artist, Zoe Buckskin.
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Spirit Prize winner Zoe Buckskin mixes tradition with personal expression

Blackfoot artist Zoe Buckskin's art practice encompasses both traditional and contemporary forms of art, blending her creativity with Blackfoot artistic traditions.
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Say hello!

Siksikáí'powahsin (Blackfoot): Oki [oh-kee]
Cree: Tân’si [tahn-seh]
Inuktitut: Atelihai [ahh-tee-lee-hi]
Michif: Taanishi [tahn-shea]
Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe): Aanii [awe-nee]