Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day
On June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Capilano University honours the heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. As the summer solstice brings renewal, CapU renews its commitment to reconciliACTION and learning through Chén̓chenstway—A living guide introduced in February 2024 that outlines the University's journey to Indigenize and decolonize education and the campuses and learning locations on whose unceded territories the University is located.
Named from the Squamish language, meaning to support and respect each other and to work together with a light heart that lifts everyone up to get the work done, Chén̓chenstway will guide CapU in incorporating Indigenous languages, cultures and knowledge into education. It supports the University's ongoing efforts to strengthen relationships with Host Nations and the Métis Nation of BC, aligning with the B.C. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.
At CapU, we are all part of a canoe family, whether you are a learner, an alumni, an employee or a community partner. Chén̓chenstway is grounded in the insights gathered through dialogue with the CapU community, including Indigenous learners and employees, the Capilano Students' Union, the Capilano Faculty Association and the Host Nations and the Métis Nation of British Columbia.
Together, we are on a journey of healing, understanding and learning.
Stories that motivate and inspire
Capsule—Indigenous is a collection of stories that recognizes the contributions and celebrates the work of Indigenous students and employees at CapU.
The CapU library offers Indigenous reading lists where non-Indigenous students and employees can learn about the history, culture and perspectives of Indigenous communities in Canada, and recognize the role settlers have played in Canada’s complicated National story.
Submitted by: Communications