Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation to receive honorary degree from York University – Anishinabek News

May 21, 2025

MISSISSAUGAS OF SCUGOG ISLAND FIRST NATION – Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Chief Kelly LaRocca is “blown away” by an accolade she will receive next month.

Chief LaRocca is one of six individuals that will receive an honorary degree from Toronto’s York University at its spring convocation ceremonies, which begin June 12.

Chief LaRocca has served her community as Chief since 2013. Prior to that, she was a councillor for her community for five years.

“It was very exciting to receive notice that the school has chosen me to receive one,” Chief LaRocca said of what is her first honorary degree. “I, of course, feel very honoured, and the recognition is particularly meaningful. And I’m a little bit blown away. So, I just want to enjoy it and do my best to raise awareness to the issues that our communities care about.”

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