Aaniin/Bonjour/Hello! My name is Mackenzie Ramsay. I am a registered citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario from the Georgian Bay region. I also have mixed settler roots from Ireland, England, and France. I currently reside in Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee territory and am grateful for their land stewardship, both past and present, so that my family and I can live and grow in a healthy environment.

Areas of Expertise

I crave learning and have always been energized by having critical dialogue with others. My educational background originated in Western Sciences, having earned a BSc. Hons. in Plant Biology and a MSc. in Plant Agriculture from the University of Guelph. I have since switched gears and am currently doing a PhD. in Indigenous Studies at Trent University with comprehensive knowledge in the areas of Indigenous Knowledge, Colonialism & Advocacy, Indigenous Resurgence, and Critical Indigenous Studies.

Teaching Philosophy & Pedagogical Approach

I believe we all have unique gifts/medicines that we are meant to develop and eventually share with others during our short time here on Earth. I love facilitating creative activities grounded in Indigenous Knowledge and Values that help others explore and nurture their unique gifts/medicines. I particularly enjoy using unique Métis methods of learning to help people build a stronger relationship to the Earth and one another. For example, working with the land, quilting, beading, circle work, and story telling.