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Ontario Tech acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.

We are thankful to be welcome on these lands in friendship. The lands we are situated on are covered by the Williams Treaties and are the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. These lands remain home to many Indigenous nations and peoples.

We acknowledge this land out of respect for the Indigenous nations who have cared for Turtle Island, also called North America, from before the arrival of settler peoples until this day. Most importantly, we acknowledge that the history of these lands has been tainted by poor treatment and a lack of friendship with the First Nations who call them home.

This history is something we are all affected by because we are all treaty people in Canada. We all have a shared history to reflect on, and each of us is affected by this history in different ways. Our past defines our present, but if we move forward as friends and allies, then it does not have to define our future.

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Resources for Newcomers

Welcome to Ontario Tech University and Durham Region!

We are delighted to welcome you to our university as we further our reputation as a technology-enriched learning environment, delivering innovative research and leading-edge teaching and learning. While research, teaching, and students are our focus, we are committed to providing a supportive workplace. The following is intended to help you settle into your new community.

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About Durham Region

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New to Canada

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Relocation Resources

Relocation Resources

Making the transition to a new job and a new community can be overwhelming and exciting. Check here for some resources you can use to smooth your transition.