St. Albert Learning Centre

Truth & Reconciliation: Nurturing Hearts & Minds on Orange Shirt Day

Today at St. Albert Learning Centre, we had a profound lesson from Melissa-Sue, the clinician from Compass who works in our Educational Community Partnership Program. Melissa-Sue proudly represents the Anishinaabe Bear Clan and shared the wisdom of the Medicine Wheel with our students, highlighting its importance and symbolism in keeping us grounded in life.

The Medicine Wheel is a powerful Indigenous symbol that guides us on our journey, teaching balance, harmony, and connection with all things.

Melissa-Sue also reminded us of the significance of Orange Shirt Day, a day of remembrance and reflection. It’s a time to honour the story of Phyllis Webstad, who wore an orange shirt taken from her on her first day of residential school, symbolizing the loss of culture, family, and identity faced by Indigenous children.

We want to extend our sincere thanks to Melissa-Sue for sharing her culture & wisdom with us! Also, we want to thank her for the incredible daily work she does with our students. She’s helping our students develop into the best versions of themselves!

Inspiration in Action: Andrew Olivier Delivers Powerful Message to PSW Students

We’re thrilled to announce that we had the honour of hosting Andrew Olivier in our PSW class this morning! Andrew is not only a professor at Cambrian College in the Personal Finance program but also a successful entrepreneur and Chairperson for ICan Sudbury.

Despite his accident that led to him being in a wheelchair, Andrew’s visit served as a powerful reminder of the vital role our PSW students play in society. His personal experience highlighted how PSWs can significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals facing similar challenges.

For over 5 years, Andrew has been an incredible guest speaker, generously sharing his life journey with our students. We are truly grateful for his time and inspiration.

Speaking of ICan Sudbury, they are a valuable partner for our PSW placements. ICan Sudbury is an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Their collaboration with our program has been instrumental in providing hands-on experience and even jobs to our students.Pictured below is our Clinical Instructor and Certified Teacher, Dawn-Marie Brunet, alongside Andrew Olivier at St. Albert Learning Centre.

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