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The Regina Campus stands on the atim kâ-mihkosit (Red Dog) Urban Reserve, established in partnership with Star Blanket Cree Nation on Treaty 4 Territory. This historic agreement created Canada’s first urban reserve dedicated to education, affirming Indigenous sovereignty, self-determination, and Nation-to-Nation collaboration.
Today, the campus is an architectural icon and a hub of innovation, blending Indigenous Knowledges with academic excellence. Students here thrive in a vibrant community rooted in tradition, ceremony, and cultural pride.
Designed by world-renowned Indigenous architect Douglas Cardinal, the Regina Campus faces south like a traditional Sundance Lodge.
Elders helped guide the design and selected colours for each level to represent the natural world:
Its flowing, curved lines reflect the lifelong journey of learning and the interconnectedness of people, land, and sky.
Culture and ceremony are at the heart of the Regina Campus. Sacred, community, and learning spaces come together to support the spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being of students.
A sacred indoor space for smudging, pipe ceremonies, and spiritual gatherings. The carved doors—made from a 2,000-year-old redwood tree—illustrate Creation teachings shared by Elders.
Elders’ offices are located at the heart of the campus, reflecting their role in guiding our community. Students can access teachings, ceremony, language, and cultural support throughout the year.
Indigenous artworks by established and emerging artists are displayed throughout the building, turning hallways into galleries that carry stories of identity, resistance, and resilience.
The Regina Campus brings together studios, labs, digital media spaces, and community-led learning environments where Indigenous Knowledge and Western disciplines meet in meaningful ways.
Key learning spaces include:
Classrooms are designed for connection and meaningful dialogue, with smaller class sizes and hybrid learning capabilities. Students benefit from a learning environment that supports personalized instruction and access from across the province.
The library features a growing collection of Indigenous-authored works, rare archives, and materials that support community-driven and academic research.
A holistic network of supports ensures students have access to:
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