Fleming College Celebrates Indigenous History Month with Interactive Events Across Campuses

Peterborough, ON – (June 9, 2025) – Fleming College invites the public to join in celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day and Indigenous History Month through two interactive events that honour the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples. 

Lacrosse – The Creator’s Game 
Hosted by Fleming’s Indigenous Student Services in partnership with Fleming Phoenix Athletics, Lacrosse – The Creator’s Game is a free, interactive event exploring the Indigenous roots of Canada’s national summer sport. The event will take place on Thursday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fleming’s Sutherland Campus (599 Brealey Drive, Peterborough). All community members are welcome to attend. No lacrosse experience is necessary, and lunch will be provided. 

Participants will gain insight into the cultural and spiritual significance of lacrosse from two of the sport’s most passionate advocates: 

• Jim Calder – Canadian Lacrosse and Canadian Sports Hall of Famer, author, and foundational figure in the development of lacrosse in Canada. 
• Justin Warner – Professional player with the Oshawa Outlaws, high-level coach, and founder of Liftlock Lacrosse Company. 

Together, Jim and Justin represent the legacy and future of lacrosse in Canada. Fleming College is honoured to host this dynamic duo for a day of learning, play, and celebration. 

Register to receive additional details via email closer to the event date: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lacrosse-the-creators-game-tickets-1373161867109 

Indigenously Infused at the Haliburton School of Art + Design 
Fleming’s Haliburton Campus (297 College Drive, Haliburton) will host a second interactive event as part of Indigenous History Month on Friday, June 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Indigenously Infused offers an engaging session on traditional Indigenous medicines and self-care products. Attendees will explore the healing properties of these practices and take part in hands-on learning. A free strawberry drink—symbolic of the heart and Indigenous teachings—will be provided. Registration is not required. 

Both events reflect Fleming College’s ongoing commitment to fostering awareness, understanding, and connection through inclusive, culturally informed experiences. 

About Fleming College 
Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 85 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, and 80,000 alumni. 

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Elise Moore 
Communications Officer  
Elise.moore@flemingcollege.ca  

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