The Wren shares stories from Secwepemcúl’ecw, the name of Secwépemc Nation’s traditional territory which encompasses 17 communities from the Rocky Mountains to the northern crest of the Fraser River to the Arrow Lakes in the south.
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The goal is to ‘grow our local contingent of wildfire fighters, provide them with cutting-edge science and technology, and support their long-term career development,’ says minister of forests.
The new agreement not only acknowledges ‘past wrongs’ but outlines ‘practical commitments’ around continued investigation at KIRS, according to a statement.
Alleging forced separation and racism, Jenni LaRue met with the CHRC regarding the treatment of herself and her husband, who is serving a life sentence.
Jolene Sellars, 18, has never shied away from a challenge out on the land — and is now utilizing her skills to work for her community.
Nathan Matthew from Simpcw First Nation is retiring after two terms as the first Secwépemc chancellor at TRU.
Qwelmínte Secwépemc’s Knowledge Builders Program has grown steadily over the last five years, with teachings ‘grounded and founded in Secwépemc law.’
Through multiple stories, the film tells the history of the St. Joseph’s Mission — from painful truths about genocide to the love that persists within families.
Michaela Gilbert is still in university, but already making waves as she challenges ‘romanticized’ expectations of Indigenous art.
The WLFN chief was one six recipients of the 2023 British Columbia Reconciliation Award honoured during a ceremony on Thursday.
As a fluent Secwepemctsín speaker, my grandmother’s knowledge is invaluable to her family and the countless students who adore her.
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