The Gathering Place: Toaando - Graphic Novel Launch Party

You’re Invited: The Gathering Place: Toaando Graphic Novel Launch!

Join us for a celebratory afternoon at the Waakebiness Institute for Indigenous Health as we officially launch our new graphic novel, The Gathering Place: Toaando.

This project is a labor of love, centering Indigenous youth voices and Mother Earth. We invite you to step into the world of the story, meet the people behind the pages, and celebrate the power of Indigenous storytelling and health research.

What’s Happening:

• Meet the Creative Team: Connect with the researchers, artists, and visionaries who brought this graphic novel to life.

• Wisdom from Knowledge Keepers: We are honored to be joined by the Knowledge Keepers who guided this project. Hear firsthand about the cultural teachings and traditions woven into the narrative.

• Free Book Giveaway: Every attendee will receive a complimentary copy of The Gathering Place: Toaando to take home!

• Community Lunch: Enjoy a delicious catered lunch while connecting with community members, students, and advocates.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, June 11th, 2026

• Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

• Location: Waakebiness Institute for Indigenous Health

Suite 400, 155 College St, Toronto, ON

The Ontario Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (ON NEIHR) Shkaakaamikwe gchi twaa miigwewin: Mother Earth’s Gifts is a collaborative, Indigenous-led research network dedicated to improving mental health and holistic wellness for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) communities. The network is housed at the Waakebiness Institute for Indigenous Health at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto.

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Host or Publisher Waakebiness-Bryce Institute for Indigenous Health