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Sophie Thomas Plaque Unveiling Ceremony

Nov 25, 2025 - 10:00 am to 1:00 pmPrince George campusLhuhuhwhezdel - The Gathering Place (5-123)

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WWNI and �� mark next chapter in enduring partnership with 30-year agreement

Building on the meaningful relationship developed between the two post-secondary institutes since signing the original federated agreement in July 1994, the new agreement reaffirms a shared commitment creating inclusive and accessible educational opportunities and to advancing Reconciliation.

Khasdzoon Yusk’ut Botanical Garden Unveiled at ��

The David Douglas Botanical Garden Society and �� unveiled a new Indigenous traditional name for the botanical garden during a special ceremony on campus.

Establishing roots and reaching for possibilities

�� Scholar Brooklyn Frank reflects on a successful first year at ��'s Prince George campus and future plans to mobilize her learning to strengthen healthcare capacity in her home community of Terrace.

NCCIH welcomes new Academic Lead as it marks 20 years at ��

From its home at ��, the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health marks two decades of advancing Indigenous health leadership with the appointment of Dr. Terri Aldred.

Dakelh Elder and �� founding member to receive honorary degree

‘En Cha Huná — ��’s motto from the Dakelh Nak’azdli dialect, meaning “respecting all forms of life,” was suggested by students in the University’s first Carrier language course. Fittingly, this year’s honorary degree recipient was part of that class and has spent her life embodying the spirit of the motto through her deep respect for others, openness to diverse perspectives and passion for sharing knowledge.

Indigenization at ��

The Office of Indigenous Initiatives and the First Nations Centre are ��’s Indigenous Resources Dati (Doorway) to achieving its Indigenization pillar of the Academic Action Plan and its commitment to reconciliation.

Strategic Indigenization Priorities

Engage and consult with Indigenous communities, students and faculty on indigenization
Strategic planning and implementation of Indigenous initiatives
Liaise with senior administration
Develop and maintain the Indigenous Pathways and Partnerships (IPP) program
Develop an Indigenous Action Plan that aligns with ��s Strategic Road Map and IPP
Develop meaningful, ongoing engagement with Indigenous communities
Build long-term relationships that serve the needs of Indigenous communities and students
Ensure Indigenous students receive the necessary support through our First Nations Centre

Indigenization Milestones

In recent years, the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII) has celebrated several important milestones. These include the Office of Indigenous Initiatives working with the University in consultation with Lheidli T’enneh Elders to rename The Fire Pit to 'Tseba'. Dakelh Elder and �� founding member Yvonne Pierreroy was awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her longstanding dedication to sharing knowledge that has profoundly shaped the University.

1000 Ravens for Reconciliation

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Strategic Indigenization Priorities

Indigenization Milestones

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