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Stephen Lewis
Basic pageStephen Lewis received an honorary Doctor of Education and delivered the convocation address June 4, 2009. -
The Honourable David C. Onley
Basic pageThe Honourable David C. Onley received an honorary doctor of education degree and delivered the convocation address, June 3, 2009. -
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) 2015
Basic pageWHMIS is a short form for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a comprehensive plan for providing information on the safe use of hazardous materials used in Canadian workplaces. Information is provided by means of product labels, safety data sheets (SDS) and worker education programs. -
Dr. David Booth
Basic pageDr. David Booth received the honorary degree, Doctor of Education and delivered the convocation address to the graduates of Nipissing’s Faculty of Education, Primary / Junior division. -
Dr. David Marshall
Basic pageDr. David Marshall received the honorary degree, Doctor of Education and delivered the convocation address to the graduates of Nipissing’s Faculty of Education, Intermediate/Senior division and Master of Education degree program. -
Dr. Fraser Mustard
Basic pageDr. Fraser Mustard received the honorary degree, Doctor of Education and delivered the convocation address to the graduates of Nipissing University’s concurrent Bachelor of Education program in Brantford, Ontario. -
Eric Schweig
Basic pageEric Schweig was bestowed an honorary Doctor of Education and delivered the convocation address to the graduates of Nipissing’s Faculty of Education, Junior/Intermediate division. -
Harry Rosen
Basic pageHarry Rosen, received the honorary degree, Doctor of Letters and delivered the convocation address to graduates of Nipissing’s Faculty of Arts and Science. -
Maude Barlow
Basic pageMaude Barlow received the honorary degree, Doctor of Letters and delivered the convocation address to graduates of Nipissing’s Faculty of Arts and Science. -
Jewish Heritage Month
Celebrating Jewish Heritage Month
May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the inspirational role that Jewish Canadians have played and continue to play in communities across the country. From law, to politics, to culture, to sports, this important initiative celebrates the contributions Jewish Canadians have been making to this country for 250 years.
Explore the resources on this page to learn more about Jewish culture and history. Educating ourselves on the historical and present issues facing Jewish Canadians will help us better understand how we can create and sustain an inclusive culture on our own campus.
Resources
- "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away."
An extraordinary and deeply moving presentation that explores the history of Auschwitz and its enduring lessons for humanity. This powerful exhibition brings together more than 700 original artifacts to tell the story of the Holocaust and the vital importance of remembrance. - Celebrating Canada – The Jewish Experience
An online exhibition on the Canadian Jewish Experience, created in conjunction with Canada’s 150 anniversary in 2017. - Jewish Heritage Month Webpage
- Statement by Minister Hussen marking Jewish Heritage Month in Canada
- Learn more about the Jewish Family and Child Service of Greater Toronto via an online exhibit, created in honor of the agency’s 150th anniversary in 2018.
Jewish Family and Child Service | Live Exhibit (jfandcs.com)
Books for Jewish Heritage Month
Films and Videos
Short Educational Video Clip
National Film Board
- Canadian Jewish Heritage Month
- The NFB has curated a selection of films that celebrate the important contributions that Jewish Canadians have made to Canada’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.
Webinars
For further information related to equity, diversity and inclusion, please contact Traci Malkowski, Human Resources and Equity Advisor at tracim@nipissingu.ca.
- "Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away."
