University of Canterbury establishes indigenous centre in partnership with Ngāi Tahu 8 Mar, 2021 02:59 AM 3 minutes to read The University of Canterury's Head of Aotahi School of Māori and Indigenous Studies and Tokona Te Raki Co-director Sacha McMeeking. Photo / Supplied The University of Canterury's Head of Aotahi School of Māori and Indigenous Studies and Tokona Te Raki Co-director Sacha McMeeking. Photo / Supplied NZ Herald By: NZ Herald An indigenous social innovation centre is set to be established at the University of Canterbury in honour of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ngāi Tahu have partnered with the institution and say an "overarching desire for equity in education, employment, and income for all Māori" is what's behind the bold initiative.