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She’s changing how Indigenous artists see themselves

Tk’emlups artist Shay Paul founded a Kamloops arts collective to redefine First Nations art.

Secwépemc stewardship reshapes 53-million-year-old forest 

Community-led trails, tours and a cultural centre part of the vision for the internationally recognized McAbee Fossil Beds, blending cultural knowledge with paleontological research and land-based teachings.

Here’s what’s happening this National Indigenous History Month

Participate in the rich Indigenous history and culture of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples by attending these Tk̓emlúps-area events.

Red Bridge reincarnation takes shape in downtown Kamloops

Led by renowned muralist Paul Archer, the Red Bridge project pairs emerging Kamloops artists with experienced painters to remember the historic Tkʼemlúps te Secwépemc connector.

This Tk’emlúps midwife is helping improve reproductive health care access in Secwepemcúl’ecw

With ongoing barriers to maternity and reproductive care, Kamloops-area midwife Sage Thomas believes her profession can provide a continuity of care for families.

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc archery program hits the mark with community participation

The free drop-in archery sessions in Secwepemcúl’ecw foster skill-building and community connection.

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