Indigenous Relations

Our Truth and Reconciliation Assembly was dedicated to learning about Indigenous cultures, featuring a special performance from Eli and Pavel Eli Gosselin-Rattlesnake.

The Grade 10 art students had a unique opportunity to learn from expert artists and storytellers on Galiano Island, including getting to meet Ms. Mehrer's own art teacher. 

Artist in Residence Dana Belcourt joined Grade 2 and Grade 5 French classes for an enriching activity tied to their learning about Métis people and culture.

The Junior School was buzzing with energy as we welcomed back the incredible team from V’ni Dansi for a day full of energy, movement and celebration of Métis culture.

It's been a week of powerful workshops and storytelling as the Junior School participated in a fun, interactive author visit and an Indigenous cedar weaving workshop. 

SJS students added their voices to the Truth and Reconciliation Assembly, sharing the Indigenous teachings and lessons that have stuck with them over the years.

The Grade 5s got hands-on with cultural artefacts from the shíshálh nation as part of their Sharing the Planet Unit of Inquiry, exploring Indigenous views on natural resources.

On the Yukon trip, Grade 8 and 9 students had the opportunity to explore the region's natural beauty, immerse themselves in local culture and...

Our Junior School students have enjoyed a range of workshops this week, from drama, art and yoga to an Indigenous tea blending workshop!

Two-time Governor General Award-winning Cree author, David A. Robertson, returned to SJS to visit with students in both the Junior and Senior School, as well as our friends from χpey̓ Elementary.