Vancouver Island
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As students return to class, here’s how schools are preparing
Breaking down the B.C.’s Ministry of Education’s back to school plan
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Aboriginal Back to School Picnic offers free school supplies for students in need
Ron Rice, executive director at the Victoria Native Friendship Centre, says the picnic’s founding principle has always been “no questions asked.”
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‘More Justice More Peace’: Mural highlights community debate over policing and injustice
Last week’s dispute over the inclusion of “ACAB” in a Bastion Square mural highlights community debate on racism, inclusion and policing in Victoria.
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Indigenous crisis line KUU-US sees rise in COVID-19 related calls
How a 24-hour, province-wide support line is providing mental health services for communities across B.C.
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Child welfare advocate Ruby Barclay uplifts youth to address local barriers
How the Nanaimo Youth Advisory Council is helping to address peers’ concerns through the guidance of coordinator Ruby Barclay.
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Songhees mother reflects on difficult journey through the education system and her desire for change
As an education advocate, Florence Dick strives to ensure her family has access to resources that help to support their learning.
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Eight Indigenous back-to-school reads for kids and adults
A curated reading list of First Nations authors from the Salish Sea and Pacific Coast region.
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IndigiNews of the week: Revitalize and restore
Your weekly roundup of news and information about what’s happening across the Nation.
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Métis jigging educator teaches dance steps and self-esteem
Beverly Lambert strives to teach Métis students to have pride in themselves and their culture through jigging.
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Changes needed to prevent anti-Indigenous racism in B.C.’s healthcare system, say family of Connor Sutton
“The system needs to change to be fair to all people,” Sutton says.