On Tuesday, January 21, 29 Kamloops residents were presented with the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medals. These medals were created to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III and are awarded to individuals across the Commonwealth who have made significant contributions to their communities or beyond.
Among the honorees were two members of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc: Diena Jules and Dr. Muriel Sasakamoose.
- Diena Jules: Since 1975, Diena has held leadership roles with the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc band. She is an Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, and currently serves as the Language and Culture Department Manager for Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc. She also works with the Sewépemc Museum and Heritage Park.
- Dr. Muriel Sasakamoose: Dr. Sasakamoose has been an educator and advocate for justice and equality for over 60 years. A member of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc, she is one of the founding members of the BC Native Women’s Association and was the first Indigenous person appointed to the BC Parole Board.
Photos from archive files.
