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SUMMARY:K’west’lap ee Stethtatht (Truth Shows Itself)
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a syilx ally? How do you understand the local Indigenous culture and perspective? Why does it matter? \n\n\n\nPresented by syilx Elders Grouse and Pamela Barnes\, this workshop series will help you understand and progress on the Truth and Reconciliation journey. Through four 3-hour workshops\, participants access 12 hours of training in Indigenous cultural competency led by syilx Elders who are experts in this topic\, having presented to workplaces and academic groups over many years. \n\n\n\nK’west’lap ee Stethtatht (Truth Shows Itself) will cover such themes as: \n\n\n\n· Sylix Indigenous Worldview \n\n\n\n· History of Contact \n\n\n\n· Current Affairs \n\n\n\n· The Way Forward \n\n\n\nClasses take place on Wednesdays from 1–4 PM at the Laurel Packinghouse. Participants are expected to attend all four workshops. Early registration is recommended as spaces are limited. \n\n\n\nDates: May 17\, May 24\, May 31\, and June 7 \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters \n\n\n\nWilfred (Grouse) and Pamela Barnes are Adjunct Professors at UBCO School of Nursing. They are Honorary Fellows at Okanagan College and facilitate cultural teaching in partnership with Kelowna Heritage Museums\, the Kelowna Art Gallery\, Rotary Centre for the Arts and Regional Parks. They also provide cultural competency training to may businesses and organizations. \n\n\n\nWilfred (Grouse) Barnes\, is a syilx knowledge keeper and member of Westbank First Nation. As one of the few fluent nsyilxcn speakers he is dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the language. He serves as an Elder in Residence at School District 23\, and Okanagan College. Grouse is a member of the Okanagan Nation Alliance Critical Response Team and serves as a Spiritual Care Provider at Kelowna General Hospital. He also works with the Okanagan Nation Alliance on traditional lands management. \n\n\n\nPamela Barnes\, is a syilx educator/knowledge keeper and member of Westbank First Nation. Her traditional syilx education is a lifelong journey starting with her great-grandfather Mickey Derrickson and other family and community knowledge keepers. In true syilx tradition she strives to educate and mentor the next generations in all the work she does. Pamela’s academic background is in Aboriginal government. She is one of the founders of WFN’s Sensisyusten School and currently sits on the board. She has an extensive history of serving on numerous committees and councils for School District 23\, Okanagan College and UBC/UBCO. \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries please contact education@kelownamuseums.ca or 250.868.4836. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/truth-shows-itself/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Indigenous
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SUMMARY:nakulamen (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Stroll from the Laurel Packinghouse to the Rotary Marsh with syilx knowledge carriers as they teach about traditional plant use. \n\n\n\nThe Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse\, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food\, medicine\, shelter\, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event. \n\n\n\nFree tickets are intended for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries please contact education@kelownamuseums.ca or 250.868.4836. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/nakulamen-what-we-do-syilx-traditional-plant-use-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən
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SUMMARY:nakulamen (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Stroll from the Laurel Packinghouse to the Rotary Marsh with syilx knowledge carriers as they teach about traditional plant use. \n\n\n\nThe Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse\, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food\, medicine\, shelter\, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event. \n\n\n\nFree tickets are intended for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries please contact education@kelownamuseums.ca or 250.868.4836. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/nakulamen-what-we-do-syilx-traditional-plant-use-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən
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SUMMARY:Learning a Language: nsyilxcen for Everyone Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary\, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation\, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone\, regardless of heritage. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed as a series of four sessions. Dates are April 18\, April 25\, May 2 and May 9\, 2023. Price is the total for all four sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us directly at education@kelownamuseums.ca to inquire about free tickets for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/learning-a-language-nsyilxcen-for-everyone-level-1/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone Level 3
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary\, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation\, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone\, regardless of heritage. \n\n\n\nPrerequisite: nsyilxcən for Everyone Level 1 & 2. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed as a series of four sessions. Dates are March 21\, March 28\, April 4 and April 11\, 2023. Price is the total for all four sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us directly at education@kelownamuseums.ca to inquire about free tickets for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/learning-a-language-nsyilxcen-for-everyone-level-3/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary\, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation\, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone\, regardless of heritage. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed as a series of four sessions. Dates are January 17\, 24\, 31 and February 7\, 2023. Price is the total for all four sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us directly at education@kelownamuseums.ca to inquire about free tickets for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/learning-a-language/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary\, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation\, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone\, regardless of heritage. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed as a series of four sessions. Dates are November 15\, 22\, 29 and Dec 6\, 2022. Price is the total for all four sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us directly at education@kelownamuseums.ca to inquire about free tickets for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/nsyilxc%c9%99n-for-everyone-3/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone Level 2
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary\, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation\, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone\, regardless of heritage. \n\n\n\nPlease note that to take this level 2 class it is advised to have participated in the Learning a Language: nsyilxcən for Everyone beginner’s course. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed as a series of four sessions. Dates are October 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 2022. Price is the total for all four sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease contact us directly at education@kelownamuseums.ca to inquire about free tickets for members of Indigenous nations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick for tickets
URL:https://www.kelownamuseums.ca/event/nsyilxc%c9%99n-for-everyone-level-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Packinghouse\, 1304 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada\, V1Y 1Z8\, Canada
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