Nitohtamowin Indigenous Leadership Program
Are you a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student at the University of Alberta ready to grow your leadership skills? Nitohtamowin is a personal development program that invites you to explore your leadership growth, and build community and personal confidence for leadership roles in a safe space.
Nitohtamowin ᓂᑐᐦᑕᒧᐃᐧᐣ translates to the act of listening in the Plains Cree Language. Indigenous undergrads at the University of Alberta are encouraged to attend presentations by Indigenous community leaders, knowledge keepers and students to further your understanding on the meaning of Leadership in Indigenous communities.
Fall 2026 Cohort
Nov. 12th | 10:00am-5:00pm | Students' Union Building
The Nitohtamowin Indigenous Leadership Program invites you to explore your leadership growth with this year's theme You are the Medicine. Registered participants who attend the full day of programming will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Featuring guest speakers Tom Snow (Blackfoot Elder and Knowledge Holder), Cheryl Devin (Métis Knowledge Holder), and Amelia Alfred (Métis Connection Coach), the program offers cultural connection, peer learning, and leadership development. Students who complete the program will earn a Nitohtamowin Certificate.
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey with Nitohtamowin!