Merx #WR# 52319

Consulting Services for Indigenous Land-Based Learning Spaces at University of Waterloo

This opportunity seeks consulting services for the planning and design of Indigenous land-based learning spaces at the University of Waterloo's North Campus: - Government buyer: - University of Waterloo (Ontario, Canada) - No OEMs or specific vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/services requested: - Architect and engineering consulting services for Phase 2 of the Kiinomaage-Aki (Land of Knowledge) initiative - Planning and design of permanent and semi-permanent exterior spaces to support Indigenous land-based learning, cultural practice, and community engagement - Unique or notable requirements: - Project is guided by Indigenous knowledge systems and supports Indigenous-led teaching, ceremony, and gathering - Emphasis on enhancing the site's capacity for intercultural learning and community use - No physical products or equipment are being procured; focus is on professional services only - Place of performance: - University of Waterloo North Campus, Columbia Lake, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Description

The University of Waterloo is undertaking Phase 2 of Kiinomaage Aki, an Indigenous land-based teaching and learning initiative located at Columbia Lake on the University's North Campus. This phase focuses on the planning and design of permanent and semi-permanent exterior spaces to enhance the site's capacity for Indigenous land-based learning and community use. The initiative supports Indigenous-led teaching, ceremony, and community gathering, serving as a place of shared learning for Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners. Phase 1 established immediate, non-permanent uses such as a teaching lodge and sweat lodge. The project is guided by Indigenous knowledge systems and views land as a living teacher.

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