Our land, our spirit, our story: The Squamish Nation’s return to Sen̓áḵw – Wilson Williams (Sxwíxwtn)

Vancouver Island University      20 Mar 2023      Hyrbid      Partner/affiliate event

6:30 – 8 pm

Wilson Williams (Sxwíxwtn) will share the story of the Squamish Nation’s fight to have their traditional lands in downtown Vancouver returned to the Nation.

He will speak about the history and importance of the lands and how the Nation’s development of the Sen̓áḵw lands at the foot of the Burrard Street Bridge will contribute to the future prosperity and well-being of the Nation.

This free event will be moderated by Nahlah Ayed, host of CBC Radio’s Ideas. Free parking is available in Lot G from 5 to 9 pm.

 

When: Monday, March 20, 6:30 – 8 pm

Where: Register for this FREE event on Eventbrite

Attend in-person at Vancouver Island University’s Malaspina Theatre (Building 310 on VIU’s Nanaimo campus) or join us via Zoom webinar.

 

Doors open at 6 pm, event starts promptly at 6:30 pm. The talk will be followed by light refreshments in the lobby.