Courtesy of Indspire
Thomas Dymond, Bear River.
“There isn’t always a clear direction in life – embrace who you are, your own journey, and take pride in yourself. Never forget where you came from; let it shape you, and guide you where you want to go.”
Thomas Dymond received both his undergraduate and Master of Science in Kinesiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland. In September 2016, Thomas began studies at Queen’s University School of Medicine.
Thomas kept himself busy during his years in school, maintaining a full academic course load, along with part-time employment, and significant volunteer involvement on campus and within the broader community. Some of the community work that he has done includes being a founding member of the Wape’k Mui’n drum group; acting as Youth Representative at the St. John’s Native Friendship Centre; and being involved with the Memorial University Student Union as the Aboriginal Students’ Representative.
During his time with the Union, Thomas advocated for Indigenous students on campus, fighting for equitable treatment. His advocacy also extended to national ...
