(Justin Tang/The Canadian Press - image credit)Ever since Claudette Commanda walked onto the campus of the University of Ottawa over three decades ago, she's been a driving force for change. "I wanted to always be part of this university to make change," said Commanda, who is an Anishinaabe (Algonquin) elder from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg in western Quebec. She is the first Indigenous leader to take on the role at the University of Ottawa. Meaningful for Indigenous studentsFor Indigenous students, the appointment signals change at the university. As for Commanda, the role is an opportunity to bring who she is to the university.

Source: CBC News July 03, 2022 01:12 UTC