Wiikwemkoong鈥檚 Marian Jacko received an honorary Doctorate of Laws from York University on June 19, recognizing her leadership in Indigenous justice, child advocacy, and youth sports like the LNHL.
BRANTFORD鈥擬arian Jacko, originally from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory was bestowed an honorary degree from York University last Friday.
鈥淚t is a profound honour to receive the honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) degree from York University,鈥 Ms. Jacko told the Expositor. 鈥淚 accept it with gratitude and humility, mindful of the responsibilities that come with such recognition.鈥
Honorary degree recipients are recognized by York University for their contributions to community building, their advocacy for social justice and their philanthropy.
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