The Four Directions
An ORIGIN Publication that features insights into Indigenous culture and traditions from Traditional Knowledge Keepers, community highlights, ORIGIN's engagement with communities, partners, and more!
South Direction, Issue 14
Water (Nibi)
Water is seen as one of Earth’s most important elements and is associated with the southern direction.
Water represents the connection between all things. It is needed for drinking, cleaning, growth, transportation and many more areas of life.
In Indigenous culture, women are seen as the caretakers of the water. Women build connections with the water and honour the knowledge that all forms of water are sacred.
Nibi means water in Ojibwe. Whether it be rain or snow, we celebrate these changes and seasons!
Sources: The Indigenous Foundation
COMPANY NEWS
Indigenous Engagement and Training
ImmersiveLink Updates
NEW COURSE COMING SOON!
ImmersiveLink 7 Ethics Course (Online Edition)
The course offers a structured, culturally grounded framework for ethics education. IL7 immerses users into the Seven Sacred Teachings, promoting an understanding of Indigenous philosophies and wisdom. The course translates these ancient teachings, arming participants with practical knowledge for applying teachings to modern situations. It enhances developments of personal attributes and character traits, leading to success on life’s journey.
Stayed tuned for the launch before the end of the year!
Advancing E-Learning Interactions
As we continue to build on our existing educational tools, the ImmersiveLink team has been playing an important role in ensuring any online content is interactive and engaging. The team has been working on key animations and elements used throughout new e-learning modules.
Finalizing New Career Experiences
There are a few ImmersiveLink Career experiences in the works! The team has been working on the final touches to these experiences. They will be highlighting the role of a Meter Installer and tasks of a Carpenter.
The Sharing Circle with Melissa Hardy-Giles
Integrating Indigenous Culture into Education
October 2nd, 2024
Learn more about decolonizing the classroom and moving towards reconciliation in this upcoming issue.
Upcoming Events
OYAP Partners Conference
October 3rd
An opportunity for Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) partners to showcase their organization, products and programs, and speak to OYAP recruiters from across the province!
Maamooshkawin: Coming Together to Honour our Knowledge Keepers
November 28th
Thunder Bay, Ontario
This gathering is aimed at expressing our gratitude and appreciation for the Knowledge Keepers and Elders that have worked alongside us to create powerful educational experiences with ImmersiveLink.
We will also be taking this opportunity to unveil an exciting project that highlights traditional Indigenous teachings and their applications in the modern-day workplace.
Grassy Narrows First Nation
The ORIGIN team has had the opportunity to work with the community members of Grassy Narrows through a variety of different workshops!
This year we’ve already completed the two weeks of the Wake the Warrior Life Skills series of workshops focusing on building foundational skills before jumping into career exploration.
We are looking forward to continuing our work with the community!
Upcoming events:
- Wake the Warrior – Work Readiness: October 14-18, November 18 – 22. More details coming soon.
For more information
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Wake the Warrior for Professionals
This new series is developed to support professionals in growing their soft skills, improving interpersonal communication, and boosting confidence.
The program consists of two jam packed weeks, each with a series of different workshops focusing on both career and personal skills.
- Tuning Team Dynamics: Career Dimensions, IL7 Ethics Course, Professional Conduct & Communication
- Finding a Balance – Self Care & Cultural Awareness: Connecting to Culture, Core Beliefs, Self Care
Interested in learning more?
Contact us today!