Relationships, Experiential Learning & Programming
We are committed to the intentional process of establishing and maintaining respectful and right relationships with Indigenous governments, organizations, families and learners.
Memoranda of Understanding
In recognition of the importance of building long-term relationships with the First Nations people of the Southern Interior and West Kootenay regions of British Columbia, we have signed memoranda of understanding with the Ktunaxa Nation Council, Métis Nation British Columbia, Colville Confederated Tribes Business Council and the Okanagan Nation Alliance.
- Memorandum of Understanding, Ktunaxa Nation Council
- Memorandum of Understanding, Métis Nation British Columbia
- Memorandum of Understanding, Colville Confederated Tribes
- Memorandum of Understanding, Okanagan Nation Alliance
Partnership Agreements
Elders on Campus
Elders on Campus provides students with an ongoing opportunity to build relationships with Elders, gain a wider sense of community and provide learning opportunities through intergenerational connections.
Elders and Knowledge Keepers carry their stories, teachings, laws and songs within them to pass on to the next generations. We are honoured to support their visits to our campuses where they share their knowledge and experiences with our students and wider college community.
Find out more about how Elders support student health and wellness in Nanihtsulyaz ‘int’en (Do things gently) ʔes zuminstwáx kt (We take care of one another).
Our Values
The foundation of how we interact with Elders and Knowledge Keepers at is based on relationship, interconnectedness, context and reciprocity. Self-reflection on these values is encouraged for individuals seeking support from Elders. These values are touchpoints to ensure that we are on a good path of relationship, interconnectedness, context and reciprocity.
Our Beginnings
On September 24, 2015, Selkirk College hosted an Elders Gathering to provide an opportunity for Elders to connect with students and with each other. The students played a major role in hosting the gathering and were able to honour the Elders for their contributions and commitments to supporting them during their studies. This tradition continues today and has grown into our Elders Program.
