Ted Nolan keynote speaker for National Indigenous Peoples Day 

By Rosalind Russell – Laurentian University has a familiar face coming in to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.  

According to the release, in addition to a presentation from the Truth and Reconciliation Taskforce, this year’s keynote speaker is Ted Nolan of Garden River First Nation. 

The former National Hockey League player, NHL coach of the year and international coach and author will speak about the power of perseverance and how to overcome obstacles by never giving up.  

His message of resilience aligns with the University’s shared vision—to uplift Indigenous voices, foster healing, and move forward together with strength, purpose, and hope. 

This year’s presentation takes place on Friday, June 20th in the Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre early in the morning opening with a Sacred Fire and Welcoming Song. 

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