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Tue May 28

Tea, Teaching & Bannock - Plants and medicines in Ishkodewan

  • Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • Location: Nawapon & Ishkodewan (Indigenous Learning Commons) - C Building
  • Campus: Ottawa
  • Fee: Free

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Spring is in bloom in Ishkodewan!


Join us on Tuesday, May 28 to enjoy and learn about regional plants and medicines, and explore the ones growing in the Ishkodewan courtyard (C Building, Ottawa Campus). Joining us will be avid gardener and Indigenous seed saver Elissia Ferguson, as well as other special guests from the College's horticulture program.


Everyone is welcome, including your students! If you are bringing a group of 10 or more, please contact pottsk@algonquincollege.com to ensure there is tea and bannock for everyone. You do not need to RSVP, but employees are encouraged to use the RSVP link provided to register for the shared resources site for Tea, Teaching & Bannock. 


Bannock and tea will be served between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Nawapon. If it's a nice day the event will be held mainly in the Ishkodewan courtyard. Drop in to say “aanii” or stay for the entire time.


Bio of our guest

Elissia Ferguson is the creator of ‘Kete Minikan Kitiganens,’ which is in the Algonquin language and translates to “Old Seed Garden”. This 100 per cent Indigenous owned business is located in Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Algonquin community in Quebec. Kete Minikan Kitiganens was created on her family’s small market garden where she grows heirloom plants and saves seeds for future generations. Elissia is an avid home gardener and Indigenous seed saver who has been the community garden coordinator and grows vegetable seedlings for her community of Kitigan Zibi. Kete Minikan Kitiganens also provides garden consultation, knowledge sharing and wholesome handmade products.


About Tea, Teaching & Bannock

Tea, Teaching & Bannock is a monthly gathering for teachers and employees who want to braid Indigenous knowledges and ways of teaching across the College. Come to connect, share ideas and resources and enjoy some tea and bannock!


Tea, Teaching & Bannock is an encouraging space to foster good relationships across the College and help us do the work of reconciliation through education. Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome to join us.