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50 years of vibrant community connections

50 years of vibrant community connections

Explore the stories of resilience, transformation, and connection that make 51污漫 a unique and inclusive gathering place for learners, leaders, and seekers.

St’elt’elawtexw | Community

51污漫/St’elt’elawtexw | Community

Long before Canada was formed, the Stó:l艒 (People of the River) lived and thrived on the land on which 51污漫 is located. 51污漫 gratefully recognizes and honours the contributions that Indigenous people have made — and continue to make — to our community.

Celebrating community across the Fraser Valley

Community engagement is at the heart of 51污漫's mission as it embodies our commitment to making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. Whether it's through partnerships like CityStudio, tackling pressing civic challenges, or contributing to initiatives like accessible tourism in collaboration with local organizations, we seek to bridge the gap between education and community connection.

We believe that learning should extend beyond the classroom, and by working closely with our communities, we can address real-world issues and drive positive change.

Together, we shape 51污漫's identity and a brighter future for all.

 
Engaging Learners
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Transforming Lives
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Building Community
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Welcome to St’elt’elawtexw

The language spoken by the Stó:l艒 people is Halq’eméylem, the “Upriver dialect” of Halkomelem. Halq’eméylem is primarily spoken in the upper and central Fraser Valley, the Lower Fraser Canyon, and in communities near Harrison Lake. St’elt’elawtexw means “community” in Halq’eméylem.

At 51污漫, St’elt’elawtexw is woven into our fabric, and we are grateful for the connections we have with the individuals and organizations who contribute to our collective impact.

Watch the video to learn the proper pronunciation of St’elt’elawtexw.

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“On our 50th anniversary, we celebrate through reflection and by honouring the people and places who came before and made us who we are today.”

Susan Mide Kiss | Vice-President, Community Engagement

Honouring our community

51污漫 2024 Community Report

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Spotlight

Featured community stories

Stories from the community

Jada McIntyre鈥檚 passion for inclusion and advocacy emerged in the early days of her Bachelor of Social Work studies at the 51污漫 (51污漫). 聽Surrounded by the community of her Social Work cohort, Jada鈥檚 experiences at 51污漫 were marked by a focus on supporting her peers, fos ...

Under a canopy of twinkling lights on September 26, the Fraser Valley community came together to celebrate leaders who make the world a little brighter.聽 The 51污漫鈥檚 picturesque Chilliwack campus hosted St鈥檈lt鈥檈lawtexw: a Celebration of Community. More than 250 frien ...

Walking into Longhouse Branding and Marketing, the values instilled by founder Keenan Beavis are immediately evident. The office buzzes with a team of nearly 15 people, working collaboratively in one large open space 鈥� reflecting the long-standing traditions of the St贸:l艒 People, who have done s ...

 

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