🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Savage Bear on being named to the Order of Canada! Dr. Bear’s remarkable contributions to academia and Indigenous education, especially through the "Indigenous Canada" course, have made a profound impact. This prestigious honour is a testament to her dedication and passion. 🌟 

Being named to the Order of Canada is one of the highest civilian honours in the country, recognizing outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the nation. Established in 1967, the Order of Canada acknowledges individuals who have made significant contributions across various fields, including arts, science, education, and business. Recipients, known as Companions, Officers, or Members, are selected for their ability to inspire and make a difference on both national and international levels. The honour not only celebrates personal accomplishments but also highlights the diversity and resilience of Canadian society, encouraging others to strive for excellence and contribute to the betterment of the world. 

Dr. Bear, a Nehiyaw’iskwew (Cree woman) and member of the Montreal Lake Cree Nation, is the Director of the McMaster Indigenous Research Institute (MIRI) and an Assistant Professor in the Indigenous Studies Department. She has significantly advanced the education of Canadians about the history of Indigenous peoples through her work with the Walls to Bridges program, bringing post-secondary education to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. Her research spans social justice, prison abolition, body sovereignty, sexuality, gender, contemporary Indigenous art, and Indigenous literature. 

Exciting news! Dr. Bear will also be a featured guest on the Feast Centre's Indigenous Sexual Futures Podcast, Episode 10 - "Unpacking Indigenous Eroticism: Body Sovereignty, Sexuality, and Landback," to be released soon. Stay tuned! 🎙️