A new Indigenous led speaker series is set to begin in Port Hope, offering community members an opportunity to explore culture, storytelling and teachings rooted in the four directions.
The five part series is being presented by Ganaraska Conservation and the Sophia Hilton Foundation of Canada and will take place at the Ganaraska Millennium Building on County Road 28.
All sessions in the series are free to attend, though organizers note the first session has already reached capacity, highlighting strong early interest.
The series will feature Dr. Jennifer Meness, a member of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and a professor of Indigenous Studies at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Each session will explore aspects of the Anishinaabe worldview, combining teaching, discussion and storytelling.
In addition to the speaker presentations, the series will include a gallery style setting showcasing textile art created by Alice Williams, a master Anishinaabe quiltmaker and artist from Red Lake First Nation.
Organizers say the series is designed to create space for learning, reflection and community connection through Indigenous perspectives.
The events will be held at the Ganaraska Millennium Building, located at 2216 County Road 28 in Port Hope.
Residents interested in attending future sessions are encouraged to register in advance, as space is limited.
More information on session dates and registration is available through Ganaraska Conservation.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)