Some programs are open to those who have Indigenous ancestry. As part of the admission requirements, you may be asked to submit proof of your ancestry. If requested, please provide one of:
- Copy of Status or Treaty card issued by Indigenous Services Canada
- Copy of Nunavut Trust certificate card, roll number, Inuit Enrollment card (issued by any one of the four Inuit modern treaty bodies—Nunavut, Nunatsiavut, Nunavik or Inuvialuit) or any other proof accepted by Inuit communities
- Copy of citizenship card in a Metis registry recognized by the Metis National Council (i.e., Métis Nation of Ontario, the Manitoba Métis Federation, the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan, the Métis Nation of Alberta/Otipemisiwak Métis Government and the Métis Nation British Columbia)
- Proof that an ancestor’s name has been entered in the Indian Register according to the Indian Act, or on the band list of an individual band, or on the Inuit roll
- Written confirmation of Indigenous ancestry from Indigenous Services Canada
- Written confirmation of membership in a band council that has its own membership code
- Other acceptable documentation
If you have any questions about your documentation, please email admissions@nipissingu.ca.