Welcome to Six Nations Polytechnic, a centre of excellence for indigenous community- based learning. At Six Nations Polytechnic learners gain knowledge and skills needed to be self-sufficient, educated, and employable while learning about Hodenosaunee culture, languages and traditions. At Six Nations Polytechnic learners of diverse backgrounds experience an inclusive learning environment. We are pleased to partner with many colleges and universities to offer community-based programs to prepare our learners for employment while gaining a better understanding of indigenous people.
 
Two very important events occurred in the past year in support of our centre of excellence for indigenous community-based learning. On 15 December 2008, we conferred the title of Professor of Indigenous Knowledge – Indigenous Knowledge Guardians on five wise and accomplished persons who had contributed to preserving, promoting and imparting the centuries-long knowledge developed and nurtured in our community. These individuals continue to guide and support our efforts. On June 26, 2009 – the Indigenous Knowledge Centre and Ogweho:weh Diploma Programs [Gayogohó:non-Cayuga and Kayenkeha -Mohawk] were publicly launched with the signing of the Six Nations and McMaster University Collaborative Agreement. These university credit diploma programs will eventually become full degree programs for Hodenosaunee languages.

On behalf of the Six Nations Polytechnic community of learners, I welcome you to join us for an education opportunity rich in Six Nations culture.

Rebecca Jamieson
President-CEO