34th Annual Powwow at Lakehead University March 8 to 10
March 1, 2024
(Thunder Bay) Students, employees and the Thunder Bay community are invited to gather in celebration of Indigenous culture and dance.
Lakehead University News
Aging Well Expo headed to Orillia this fall
August 20, 2024
Orillia, Ont.
Lakehead University and Age-Friendly Orillia will host a free Aging Well Expo this fall. Funded in-part by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program, the Expo will be a day of energizing and informative discussions, interactive demonstrations, and exhibits that will empower seniors to improve their health and well-being.
The event will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakehead University, 500 University Ave. in Orillia. Admission and parking is free.
Collaborative event discussed what is being done to make Thunder Bay a better place to live
November 30, 2022
(Thunder Bay) Lakehead University organized a collaborative event today to discuss positive initiatives on social issues affecting Thunder Bay, in partnership with Diversity Thunder Bay, the City of Thunder Bay’s Anti-Racism and Equity Advisory Committee, Confederation College, and several other community organizations.
Empowering Learners Through Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, and Training: Annual Report 2023–2024 from the Lakehead University Community Zone
October 31, 2024
Lakehead University's Community Zone is proud to present its Annual Report for 2023–2024, which celebrates a remarkable year of growth and achievement. This comprehensive report highlights the significant progress in supporting learners through non-credit offerings since the Community Zone's inception.
Gathering on Decolonization and Indigenization of the Veterinary Medical Curriculum
July 9, 2024
The University of Guelph, Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), and Lakehead University are excited to announce that a special gathering focused on decolonization and Indigenization of the veterinary medical curriculum will be held on 20 September 2024.
Gillian Siddall appointed Lakehead University’s next President and Vice-Chancellor
January 20, 2023
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Dr. Gillian Siddall has been named Lakehead University’s next president by the University’s Board of Governors. Dr. Siddall will become Lakehead’s ninth president on July 1, 2023.
Giving Tuesday initiative rallies the Lakehead University community to unprecedented heights
December 1, 2023
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) A whopping $367,900 was donated to Lakehead University on Giving Tuesday on November 28 – the eighth time Lakehead participated in the annual day of giving.
Giving Tuesday will support student financial aid at Lakehead University
November 28, 2022
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Tuesday, November 29 marks the seventh annual Giving Tuesday at Lakehead University.
Lakehead bridging truth and reconciliation through art
September 6, 2024
Lakehead University unveiled an Every Child Matters outdoor art installation during a ceremony to honour the children lost to the residential school system, survivors and their families. The artwork unveiling was accompanied by the raising of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) Survivors’ Flag.
Lakehead hosting Truth and Reconciliation events on campus throughout September
September 9, 2023
(Thunder Bay) “Though we work on this all year, September is a time to recognize our efforts and recommit to collaborating with communities and nations on pathways forward."