Past Events
Welcome to the Indigenous Health Movement archives! Take a look at our past events and initiatives.
Healthy Reform - Guest Speaker: Stephanie George
November 27, 2025
Stephanie George (Oneida/French Canadian) is an instructor of Indigenous Health at McMaster University and Cultural Safety at York University. She shared her insights as a MSc- Health Sciences program student at McMaster and former Indigenous Midwife at the Six Nations Birthing Centre (Lactation Consultant). Attendees engaged in discussion and and activities around trauma-informed care and advocacy for culturally appropriate care.
Threads & Knowledge - Louis Riel Day & Métis Finger Weaving
November 17, 2025
Attendees gathered to learn more about Louis Riel Day (November 16, 2025) and connect with Métis culture and community through a finger weaving workshop led by Indigenous students.
MIRI Indigenous Research Day
November 4, 2025
IHM students partnered with the McMaster Indigenous Research Institute to honour Indigenous innovation at the 4th Annual Indigenous Research Day. Faculty, student, and community research affiliated with the FEAST Centre for STBBI Research, McMaster Indigenous Research Institute, Indigenous Health Learning Lodge, and the Indigenous Studies Department. IHM members also volunteered for the event and supported Indigenous vendors at the McMaster University Student Centre.
MDA x IHM Annual Research Seminar
March 18, 2025
The McMaster Indigenous Health Movement (IHM) Club collaborated with the McMaster Diabetes Association (MDA) for their annual Diabetes Research Seminar, exploring the latest in diabetes research and its connection to Indigenous health.
Through this partnership, IHM and MDA created a space for learning, discussion, and collaboration, bridging research with real-world impact in Indigenous health.
