The Indigenous Knowledge Holders Council (IKHC) was established in April 2024 as part of Aurora College’s tri-cameral governance structure.
The IKHC will play a pivotal role in the success of Aurora College. It will promote policies and operational decisions that foster the success of Indigenous students and staff at Aurora College and the overall success of the institution. The IKHC will develop and monitor implementation of a framework that guides Aurora College in all areas of strategic and operational decision-making and that respects and honours the worldviews, traditions, cultures and histories of the Indigenous Peoples of the Northwest Territories.
Council Members
Angela James
Bonita Nowell
Camilia Zoe-Chocolate
Deneze Nakehk’o
Freda Taneton
Gila Somers
Gladys Norwegian
Lisa Zoe
Nathan Kogiak
Shirley Peterson
Stella Desjarlais
Therese Charlo
Tony Vermillion
Velma Illasiak
About the Council
The current Council is made up of 13 members who are NWT residents of Dene, Inuvialuit and Metis ancestry from across the territory. Members have been involved in leadership and education, as well as their cultures and traditions, for many years.
Council Information
More information coming