Bonnie Freeman (she/her) is Algonquin/Mohawk from the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory and is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work and Indigenous Studies Department at McMaster University.  Bonnie’s research focuses on understanding the plight of Indigenous people while bringing forth Indigenous practices and knowledge of how her ancestors experienced living – “being alive well.”  Her work and research have been rooted in her connections with Indigenous communities throughout Canada and the United States and focus on Indigenous methodological perspectives of journeying (horseback, foot, and canoeing) with a key goal of understanding how Indigenous knowledge and connection to land and water contribute to positive health and well-being.  Bonnie also research to understand how relationships and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people and communities are established through paddling on a nine-day journey on the Grand River.

PHONE: 905-525-9140 ext. 21447

EMAIL: freemanb@mcmaster.ca