Events

Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026

Join us for Truth and Reconciliation Week, September 21 to 25. Learn from Indigenous voices, deepen your understanding, and explore ways to turn reflection into meaningful action through storytelling, film, food, hands-on workshops, and community gatherings. Explore all our upcoming events!

Upcoming events

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Special Event
Student Events

Stories with Bev Sellars: "They Called Me Number One"

Sep21

Join acclaimed author, former Chief and Councillor of the Xat’sull (Soda Creek) First Nation in Williams Lake, Bev Sellars for a day of storytelling, reflection, and dialogue. Through two guided…

10:00 AM TO 11:30 AM

Stories with Bev Sellars: "Price Paid"

Sep21

Join acclaimed author, former Chief and Councillor of the Xat’sull (Soda Creek) First Nation in Williams Lake, Bev Sellars for a day of storytelling, reflection, and dialogue. Bev will share…

12:00 PM TO 1:30 PM

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Growing Together: Indigenous garden harvest event & food security gathering

Sep23

We planted the seeds in the spring, seedlings in June, and now it's time to celebrate a summer of growth at the Indigenous Garden. Join Indigenous Initiatives and the Food…

11:30 AM TO 1:00 PM

Learning Together: Film Screening and Q&A of "I am Gitxsan"

Sep23

Experience the award-winning documentary I Am Gitxsan, a powerful film that follows a young Gitxsan person's journey to reclaim Indigenous identity while confronting the lasting impacts of residential schools. Through…

2:00 PM TO 4:30 PM

Healing Together: Orange Shirt T-Shirt Making Workshop

Sep24

In honour and remembrance of the children who attended residential schools, join us for the We Will Always Remember Project. Create and personalize an orange or black t-shirt, or design…

10:00 AM TO 3:00 PM

Cedar Weaving Workshop – Bookmarks & Roses

Sep25

Join Coast Salish artist Shy Watters for a hands-on workshop where participants will learn to weave their own cedar bookmark or cedar rose. Through step-by-step guidance, explore the cultural significance…

10:00 AM TO 12:30 PM

Cedar Weaving Workshop - Mini Hats

Sep25

Join Coast Salish artist Shy Watters for a hands-on workshop and learn the art of weaving a Mini Cedar Hat. Guided by Shy's step-by-step instruction, participants will create their own…

1:00 PM TO 3:30 PM