About NORDIK Institute

Vision

Northern Ontario is a sustainable, inclusive, and self-sufficient region at the forefront of reconciliation and community development.

Mission

NORDIK Institute promotes more vibrant, caring and sustainable communities through research, dialogue, analysis, reflection and cultivating talent dedicated to the practice of holistic community development.

Goals and Objectives

Advance partnerships for Indigenous research sovereignty
Foster local & regional evidence-based dialogues on issues critical to Northern and Indigenous communities
Cultivate Northern research talent with a supportive, inclusive team-based atmosphere
Connect students, researchers and community in projects that contribute to social, economic and environmental sustainability and justice for Northern and Indigenous communities

History

Incorporated in 2006, NORDIK Institute is a joint project of the Community Economic and Social Development Department (CESD) Department and Algoma University, and has established strong links with other research institutes, universities, and colleges. NORDIK is committed to developing Northern Ontario’s research capacity by working closely with its community partners and providing mentoring to new researchers. It undertakes diverse initiatives at the local, regional, and national levels with foci on northern, Indigenous, rural and smaller urban communities.

Promoting more vibrant, caring and sustainable communities through research, dialogue, analysis and reflection dedicated to the practice of holistic community development.

Our Team

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Employment

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Algoma University

Find out more about Algoma University and the wide variety of programs it offers.