Pink Shirt Day & Denialism
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF On behalf of Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) many of us are wearing pink to stand up for our commitment to choose kindness and remind everyone of our shared responsibility to treat one another with compassion, understanding, and respect. We...
Lexéy̓em: A Historic Day for Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc & Stsmémelt (Children)
REPORT BY TK̓WENEM7ÍPLE7 VICKI Background: In 1999 Secwepemc Leadership approved the creation of a legal entity that would be the venue for asserting our Secwepemc rights and jurisdiction over the care of our children and families. Secwepemc Child and Family Services...
Lexéy̓em: Celebrating the Launch of Dangling in the Glimmer of Hope
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE Congratulations to Dr. Garry Gottfriedson and Professor Tory Handford, on the launch of their new book, Dangling in the Glimmer of Hope. We also extend a heartfelt kukwstsétsemc to the publishers, family, and faculty at Thompson Rivers...
Lexéy̓em: Honouring Ed Jensen at TRU Mace Ceremony
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE Weyt-kp xwexwéytep, on behalf of TteS, I was honored to witness, participate in, and celebrate the incredible work of artist Ed Jensen, Tk̓emlúps Traditions, as he presented a one-of-a-kind ceremonial Mace to Thompson Rivers University (TRU)....
Lexéy̓em: Indigenous Justice Centre Opening
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE The BC First Nations Justice Council has been working hard to establish 6 new Indigenous Justice Centers (IJC) that have now recently opened across the province. Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc is pleased to be the home of a brand-new Indigenous...
Lexéy̓em: Secwépemc Child and Family Services 6th Annual Winter Gathering Powwow
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE On February 1, 2025, Secwépemc Child and Family Services Agency (SCFSA) offered the 6th annual Winter Gathering Powwow. This was a special event for families and communities to connect, celebrate, and share in our traditions. It was great to...
Survivors of the Former Kamloops Indian Residential School, Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and the Government of Canada mark the national historic significance of the Kamloops Indian Residential School
TAKING CARE: We recognize our efforts to show solidarity with Indigenous peoples and honour Survivors and families may become a painful reminder to those who have suffered hardships through generations of government policies that have been harmful to Indigenous...
Lexéy’em: Strategic Planning Session
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE TteS Chief & Council held a strategic planning session that took place over two days led by Four Directions, Dan George. We were grateful to be joined by senior staff and managers; their input and perspectives supported teamwork and...
Lexéy’em: Indigenous Blazers Night
REPORT BY KÚKPI7 ROSANNE January 29, 2025 marks Indigenous Blazers night. This event brought our people together to enjoy the hockey game with everyone to cheer, laugh, and connect. Garrett G. Gottfriedson designed the jerseys that the Blazers wore. He is an...
Tk̓emlúps Members Honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medals
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...