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As a part of our efforts to build meaningful relationships with our neighbors, SOS Volunteer Centre received a federal grant to support this program initiative of building understanding and expanding knowledge between Elders and Seniors. As an organization dedicated to fostering cultural awareness and appreciation, we deeply value the vast knowledge and wisdom held by the First Nations Elders. We recognize that their teachings and experiences offer invaluable insights into the history, culture, and traditions of your communities. Through our learning endeavors, we aim to: * Deepen our understanding of First Nations cultures and perspectives * Foster respectful and meaningful relationships between residents, our organization, and Indigenous communities * Create opportunities for our members to engage in cultural exchange and build bridges of reconciliation together We believe that direct engagement with Elders is essential to gaining a genuine and authentic understanding of your traditions. We would like to collaborate with your community Elders or knowledge keepers and seek guidance moving toward meaningful acts of reconciliation in our region.

Upcoming Events

We have many events planned in Jan, Feb and March including community feasts for the public, sponsored cultural awareness tours for seniors, small group learning events and syilx Knowledge Keeper presentations. 

 

Check back here in, follow us on social media and look for posters around town to find an updated schedule of events.

"The first in a series of events hosted by the Elder to Senior Project Committee was a great success! 

Over 30 eager knowledge seekers attended this intensive learning experience facilitated by Barb Jagodics, a sylix Knowledge Keeper and Cultural Educator.

"The Blanket Exercise helps knowledge seekers get a deeper understanding of colonial impact in indigenous communities from first contact through to today".
Barb Jagodics 

Syilx Elders have been teaching the Elder to Senior Committee that Truth BEFORE Reconciliation is the only way to move forward and that is what the Elder to Senior Project is focussed on. 

 

 

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