Indigenous Services
**Selkirk College is still here to serve you, just a little differently. During COVID-19 you can still reach Indigenous Services. Contact us..
Territorial Acknowledgement
Selkirk College acknowledges our respect for and deep gratitude to the First Nations of the West Kootenay and Boundary regions: the Sinixt (Lakes), the Syilx (Okanagan), the Ktunaxa, and the Secwepemc (Shuswap) peoples on whose traditional territories we are honoured to operate.
Learn more about our policy explaining this acknowledgement... Search Policy 1100 Territorial Acknowledgement.
Attend an event on campus and celebrate culture. Connect with our Elders...
- Cultural Connections with Anne-Marie (Castlegar, Nelson)
- Drumming Circle with Donna (Castlegar)
- Fireside Storytelling with Gerry (Castlegar)
- Winter Solstice Celebration (Castlegar)
Our events are at our online calendar. Use the Indigenous filter...
Or download our poster for Castlegar, Nelson...
You are invited to connect with us at one of our events. Come and join us for one of our gift making circles, for a student lunch, a guest speaker event, some drumming or an activity offered through Continuing Education.
The Gathering Place is on the Castlegar Campus and is devoted to enhancing services, and providing a welcoming and supportive environment to learners. Everyone is invited to attend the events at the Gathering Place and at the other campuses throughout the year. Learn more about our Gathering Place.
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Jessica Morin, Indigenous Services Liaison speaks about the services and events offered through Selkirk College.
Manager, Indigenous Education and Engagement
Dianne Biin has joined our Selkirk College Indigenous Services Team.
Indigenous Services Counsellor
Leah Lychowyd will help you access services and answer your questions about Selkirk College.
Indigenous Cultural Assistant
Ann-Marie Smith will share her teachings with us.