Enji Giigdoyang Speaker Series features George Couchie

Join the Office of Aboriginal Initiatives for the Enji Giigdoyang Speaker Series talk Walking the Path featuring George Couchie on Wednesday November 12, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Room A144.

George Couchie lives on Nipissing First Nation with his wife Carolyn. He is a former national powerlifting champion. George’s spirit name is Zoongiday, which means ‘strong heart’ in Ojibway. He is a member of the Red-tailed Hawk (Gibwanasii) Clan.

George has over 33 years of policing experience, including 12 years designing and delivering award winning Native Awareness Training programs and Initiatives to youth and to members of the Ontario Provincial Police, as well as to other government employees and teachers.

A gifted communicator, George speaks from the heart and uses personal stories and humour to broach difficult issues. George has been honoured with many awards for his commitment to educating adults and working with youth.

The talk is open to everyone and lunch is provided.