Speaker at a podium during an outdoor campus ceremony surrounded by autumn trees

Anwebiiwining Outdoor Space

Anwebiiwining, Confederation College's Indigenous Gathering Outdoor Space (CCIGO), honours the land, air and water, by providing an accessible outdoor area for gatherings, learning and reflecting. It is designed to be a flexible space to share and learn Indigenous traditions, honour history, and stand as a symbol of our journey toward decolonized education and reconciliation.

Request an Event Booking

Anwebiiwining — a place where you rest.

Features and Amenities

Capacity:

  • Full Space: Up to 300 people
  • Stage Area: Up to 200 people
  • Classroom/Fire Area: Up to 100 people

Facilities:

  • Electricity: Available throughout the space
  • Patio Area: Comfortable seating arrangements
  • Shade Structures: Protection from sun and light rain
  • Seating Arrangements: Adaptable for different event types

Technical Features:

  • AV Equipment: Microphones, speakers, and projectors available upon request
  • Wi-Fi: Available throughout the outdoor space
  • Fire Bowls: Available in the Classroom/Fire Area for gatherings, ceremony and teaching

Accessibility and Environmental Connection

Anwebiiwining offers accessible pathways and facilities, aligning with our commitment to honour the natural environment and create an inclusive space for all.

Slide 1 of 11

Speaker at a podium during an outdoor campus ceremony surrounded by autumn trees
Audience seated outdoors at a campus gathering among autumn trees
Group of staff standing together under a wooden pavilion on campus
People talking and socializing outdoors near campus buildings in fall
Illuminated wooden pavilion and walkway at night on campus
Large group wearing orange shirts gathered under a pavilion during a campus event
Illuminated wooden pavilion with seating at night, surrounded by trees on campus
Curved, lit boardwalk leading through trees to a campus pavilion at night
Open-air pavilion with central fire pit and seating during daytime
Empty outdoor plaza with tiered seating beside a campus building
Wooden pavilion with fire pit and seating surrounded by trees on campus

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Anwebiiwining mean?

Anwebiiwining means "a place where you rest" in Anishinaabemowin

What is Decolonized Education?

Decolonized Education refers to an approach that seeks to challenge and change the dominance of Western educational practices and perspectives. It aims to incorporate Indigenous world views, knowledge, perspectives, and teaching methods, fostering a more inclusive and equitable educational environment.

What are the unique features of Anwebiiwining?

The space includes a circular gathering area symbolizing unity and equality, fire bowls for gatherings and cooking, a traditional medicine garden, stone seating, a pergola inspired by Indigenous structures, and an accessible boardwalk connecting different areas.

How does Anwebiiwining support land-based education?

Anwebiiwining encourages learning outside traditional classroom settings by providing a natural environment where students can connect with the land, participate in traditional practices, and engage in a more organic way of learning.