Indigenous Foundations Program

The Indigenous Foundations Program is designed to accommodate those who may have obligations during the day, with classes offered for three hours, one evening a week, for 13 weeks.

 

The program will focus on upgrading writing and critical-thinking skills for Indigenous individuals interested in entering bridging (through Spanning the Gaps), certificate, or continuing education programs, or upgrading academic skills towards greater success at the post-secondary level.

• Indigenous community members who seek the necessary writing and critical-thinking skills to enter into bridging, certificate, or continuing education programs at the university level, or to improve their academic skills towards greater personal achievement.
• Indigenous professionals who are seeking to upgrade their writing skills and may be interested in broadening their professional development through continuing education programs within a university environment.
• Indigenous university students who are looking to upgrade their essay and critical-thinking skills toward greater academic success.

Diane Simone receives her Mi’kmaq heritage from her mother’s side of the family, and was born and raised in Toronto. Diane has worked for many years in the Indigenous community in adult education. She has a Master of Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University, a Bachelor of Education from York University, and a Bachelor of Aboriginal Adult Education from Brock University. With her background in social work and education, she brings a wealth of experience to the Indigenous Foundations Program at Toronto Metropolitan University.

For general inquiries or to set up an interview for an assessment, please contact Diane Simone at dsimone@torontomu.ca or 416-979-5000, ext. 3326.