Onaki FabLab

FabLab Onaki: Indigenous Training and Innovation in Gatineau.

Founded in 2018 in an urban setting, the Onaki FabLab is a space for creation, innovation, and collaborative fabrication that is both open and secure, designed for Indigenous youth. Its name, ONAKI, meaning “roots” in Anishinabeg, perfectly reflects its mission: to help these young people reconnect with their deep cultural heritage while exploring new horizons.

Beyond fostering pride in their identity, the Onaki FabLab provides an environment where they acquire essential skills in areas such as design, digital fabrication, programming, electronics, and more. These skills, directly transferable to the job market, open doors to new professional opportunities.

By granting access to cutting-edge technologies, the Onaki FabLab embodies an innovative educational approach that goes far beyond bridging the digital divide. It is a critical initiative aimed at awakening the often-hidden potential of thousands of Indigenous youths, particularly those who have faced challenges in traditional education systems.

By equipping them with the tools and knowledge to fully leverage technology, the FabLab opens a vast array of possibilities. The result: a new generation of Indigenous innovators is paving the way for success, personal fulfillment, and professional achievement while making a positive and lasting contribution to Canadian society.

Next event

We are pleased to invite you to the Graduation ceremony for the FabLab Onaki cohort, a historic moment marking the achievement of the first graduates to receive a college certification from the Cégep.

📅 Date: February 27, 2025
📍 Location:
• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: CIPP Headquarters – 85B, Promenade du Portage, Gatineau
• Following: Cégep Gabrielle-Roy Campus – 333, boul. de la Cité-des-Jeunes, Gatineau

This official recognition highlights the educational quality of our program and the dedication of our graduates. We would be honored to have you join us in celebrating this important milestone.

🎉 Join us in congratulating our graduates and sharing this moment of collective pride!

For more information : hajar.haddouch@cipp-fpic.com

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Learn, create, and bring your ideas to life at the Onaki FabLab!

Want to master skills like 2D and 3D modeling, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, 3D printing, CNC machining, electronics, and more? Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

Registration is now open! Hurry, spots are limited.

Start date: January 20, 2024

For more information, email us at hajar.haddouch@cipp-fpic.com or call 819-685-2424 ext 108.

Join us at Onaki FabLab and help shape the future!