The Anishinaabe Peoples’ Council (APC) has a collective responsibility to represent the needs, interests and aspirations of the Anishinaabe (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) people and Anishinaabe students at all times.

In 1986, the Aboriginal Education Committee (AEC), a grass roots community-based committee with representation from Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation, the Indian Friendship Center, and the Ontario Métis and Aboriginal Association were instrumental in procuring the Native Student Counselor position at Algoma University and Sault College. Two years later, the Aboriginal Peoples Council (now Anishinaabe Peoples Council) was established as a committee of the Algoma University’s Board of Governors.

The APC operates as an advisory body, working directly with the Vice President Nyaagaaniid on matters concerning Anishinaabe students and communities, working towards a shared goal of strengthened community voices, accountability and partnership. The APC provides guidance on Anishinaabe Academic programming, research, student supports and strategic planning, ensuring these areas remain responsive to community priorities and aligned with the University’s Special Mission.

The APC consists of representatives, duly appointed through a resolution, from First Nations, the Métis community, Anishinaabe organizations and the Anishinaabe student body as listed below.