MUN Adopting New Indigenous Verification Policy – MUN Gazette

Feb. 25, 2026

Policy reinforces Indigenous collectives — not the university — determine citizenship and membership

Memorial took a significant step on its shared path toward truth and reconciliation when its Board of Regents approved an Indigenous Verification Policy on Feb. 25, 2026.

The policy, developed by and with Indigenous communities, affirms that opportunities intended for Indigenous people must be held by Indigenous people, and that the responsibility for determining eligibility for these opportunities lies with recognized Indigenous collectives — not the university.