As Canadians "We are all treaty people.”
Aboriginal and Canadian society are in an exciting time of transition as they define and negotiate a contemporary relationship based on treaties, land claims and development needs of Aboriginal communities. This requires building the capacity of workers on both sides to truly understand the historic and contemporary issues that are at the heart of creating common ground for positive change
Individuals interested in working in bands, tribal organizations as well as urban Aboriginal organizations will benefit from the innovative and forward looking focus of this program. The program will also appeal to all individuals working in the mainstream Canadian public and private sectors who are engaged in the delivery of services or liaison with Aboriginal peoples and communities.
The Aboriginal Community Advocacy Program is designed to prepare leaders and liaisons to work in community based, government, political, quasi legal organizations whose purpose is to advocate and work with Aboriginal peoples and communities. Students learn about the contemporary social, legal and political position of Aboriginal society in Canada and explore best practices in leadership, self government, justice and sustainable land and resource management. With a focus on Indigenous principles and a solid foundation in Community Development and Advocacy skills, students are prepared for a diverse range of social justice related careers.
Employment Opportunities:
Our graduates are sought after for their unique set of skills and knowledge by a wide range of organizations such as tribal organizations, band councils, government, private sector and urban community organizations .Graduate can expect to find employment as Aboriginal liaisons, Community Development workers, Legal and political policy analysts, Aboriginal court workers, land claim negotiators, community consultation coordinators, youth advocates, education counsellors, youth and community justice workers, police, human resources officers, social services, outreach workers, legal aid workers or social justice advocates for women, children, youth and communities.
Admission Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
- or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment
- or appropriate credits from Academic and Career Entrance program (ACE).
Additional Courses Required: Grade 12 College or University Preparation English.
Students with existing credits in the Aboriginal Law and Advocacy Program will receive credit exemptions for relevant courses in the new program.
Applicants not meeting these admission requirements are encouraged to consider the College Access or General Arts and Science Certificate or Diploma programs; students who successfully complete one of these programs would be eligible to apply to programs in the Community Services area.
Other Requirements:
Criminal Reference Check – A recent criminal record check must be provided at the beginning of each academic year to the Program Coordinator. Criminal Record Checks can be obtained at the City of Thunder Bay Police Station on Balmoral St.
Program Continuation Criteria:
Students must maintain a grade point average of 2.0 in order to proceed to the final semester.
Articulation Agreements:
Internal Articulation Agreements – An additional year can give you 2 diplomas!
Graduates of the Aboriginal Community Advocacy Program with a GPA of 2.5 are eligible to apply for the accelerated diplomas in
- Native Child and Family Program,
- Police Foundations,
- Developmental Services Worker and
- Social Services Worker
Each of these programs offers a one year option to the graduates of Aboriginal Community Advocacy Program to complete a second Ontario College Diploma.
External Articulation Agreement
Students holding credits from the original Law and Advocacy Program will be given credit exemptions in the relevant courses in the new program.
Graduates from this program are eligible to access Articulation agreements with:
- University of Ontario Institute of Technology George Brown College
For more information on Articulation agreements
Accelerated Program:
- Each year a number of seats will be available to people with a university degree or college diplomas who wish to add the Aboriginal Community Advocacy as a second diploma. The accelerated program will be comprised of courses from 1st and 2nd year. The duration is 2 semesters from September to May. Students must apply through www.ontariocolleges.ca and must have a minimum 2.5 or B average. A transcript is also required.
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