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We will achieve equity of outcomes for Indigenous learners in Cariboo-Chilcotin School District. We will continue to examine our environments, structures, and practices to identify and address barriers. We are committed to continuing to strengthen relationships with First Nation communities as rightsholders and collaborate with community partners who support Indigenous children and youth and their families. We will embed learning about Indigenous culture, perspectives, and language in the daily experience of learners in our schools. Some examples of the work of our plan are:

  • District-wide staff learning about Truth and Reconciliation, local Indigenous culture, Circle of Courage and trauma-informed practice
  • Planned school-wide culture learning aligned with calendar of local cultural seasonal activities
  • Visible language and culture across schools (Knowledge keepers in schools, ceremony, welcome signage, elders posters)
  • Review of school libraries and resource collections and additional funding for Authentic First Peoples Resources
  • Recognizing cultural learning in community with graduation program credits (local Independent Directed Study framework)
  • Meaningful engagement of schools and district in Local Education Agreements (LEA)
  • Re-engagement with Equity in Action 

Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER for equity for Indigenous students and learning about local Indigenous culture for all students and staff:

Student Leadership Council

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Outback Storefront

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">An Indigenous student leadership council has started meeting regularly at Lake City Secondary. Students are invited to share input into the educational decisions that have impact on their educational experience. Recently, BC's Superintendent of Indigenous Education joined the meeting to listen to input from students. Students will continue to meet throughout the year, sharing their voice, and guiding their educational experience. The district is now looking to create a similar structure as PSO.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1318e8ab-8d5d-4a87-bb0e-a8abcf5a8238" alt="Student Leadership Council Grant Gustafson 1" width="544" height="363" style="width:544px;height:363px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

WLFN LEA Signing Ceremony

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Outback Storefront

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">February 25, 2026 was a meaningful day for the collaboration between WLFN and School District #27. On this day representatives from WLFN Chief and Council, School District leadership, and private schools took part in a local education agreement (LEA) signing ceremony. The event celebrated and honoured the shared commitment to supporting WLFN students throughout their educational journey.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MC’s for the event were School District Indigenous role models, Michaellaine Evans and Terrance Ramos. Special guest included BC’s Superintendent of Indigenous Education Brad Baker. Those in attendance witnessed the ongoing commitment and working relationship that has been built over the years. The common theme of the evening was keeping the educational success of each and every child at the center of discussions and decision making. Brad Baker stated, “This agreement is a lighthouse for other districts to follow.”</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School District 27 is very proud of the collaboration and working relationship that transforms an accountability document into systemic change for student success.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5ce8dafd-33b4-444d-b2c2-45b8193f007c" alt="WLFN LEA signing ceremony2 Grant Gustafson" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/82ed886a-0fd8-42a6-b8e8-5de9129f24a7" alt="WLFN LEA signing ceremony1 Grant Gustafson" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

Xatsull Community Night

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Outback Storefront

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Xatsull and SD 27 partner together for a parent information night in community. The night included dinner, introductions, and Q and A session, and playtime following. The district representation included the Senior Leadership team, 4 school principals, and an Indigenous Support Worker. Thank you to the Xatsull Education Department for organizing the evening.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3b8c166e-bf12-44f5-849d-b169b63bc43b" alt="Xatsull Community Night1 Grant Gustafson" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a1323f4b-edae-463f-b565-bbe96938a851" alt="Xatsull Community Night2 Grant Gustafson" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

Generosity in Nature

Big Lake Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When the students of Big Lake built small shelters (critter cottages) for animals, they practiced the Circle of Courage principle of generosity in a tangible way. By creating spaces for wildlife to find refuge during harsh winter conditions, they extended care beyond themselves to the natural world. Some worked independently, others collaborated, but all contributed to a shared purpose of giving without expectation of return. Weeks later, revisiting the shelters to look for signs of use deepened their understanding that even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference, reinforcing the value of giving as part of a connected community.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b14c8376-7718-49bb-8a29-43f4c50be7ee" alt="Mouse houses 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/08d958a7-ba2a-4747-820e-cced7e845c82" alt="Winter mouse house" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

Cariboo-Chilcotin Team at FNESC

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Outback Storefront

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Language teachers and district staff represented Cariboo-Chilcotin School District at the First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) conference in Vancouver. The team learned from powerful presentations, connected with one another and colleagues from across the province, and celebrated both what is already happening in our schools and what is possible.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e5ae6922-6340-46c3-979f-4cd42523a929" alt="Cariboo Chilcotin Team at FNESC cheryl lenardon" width="682" height="512" style="width:682px;height:512px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

Big Lake and Likely Staff - Learning on the Land

Big Lake Elementary

Likely Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff from Big Lake and Likely Schools engaged in learning about traditional plants to gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices. Through hands-on experiences and storytelling - they explored the medicinal, nutritional, and traditional uses of native flora. This learning fosters respect for the land and its original stewards, while strengthening community connections.</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/17e252e2-49b4-4bd5-a70a-1f3002e1fb80" alt="BL and Likely Staff learn 1 Sari Small" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8dde07a3-feb7-4eed-bb0d-42eae0f07522" alt="BL and Likely staff learning Sari Small" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

District Lahal Tournament

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Marie Sharpe hosted the 2nd annual lahal tournament. Teams travelled from around the district to take part. Special thank you to all the knowledge keepers that came out to support the event. A great day was experienced by all!</span></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/00980245-9526-4662-aa58-2ab02eff79dc" alt="District Lahal Tournament2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/70789b1a-05c1-4e5a-a2c9-7b39f4555a3f" alt="District Lahal Tournament1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></th></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

Independent Directed Study Framework

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Honouring learning done with family and in community was the inspiration for Cariboo-Chilcotin School District developing a framework to support learners engage in independent directed studies (IDS). IDS allows students to take ownership of planning and engaging in learning about a particular topic or aspect of a curricular area. They decide how they will share what they learned and are granted credits in the graduation program. It is inspiring to see where students can take their studies!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To learn more, click </span><a href="/page/3983/independent-directed-study-ids" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/911eae3b-96e5-45ce-918b-31217cee21a3" alt="Independent Directed Study Framework" width="459" height="609" style="width:459px;height:609px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

District Leadership Learning About

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The district leadership team of PVP, managers, and senior staff was honoured to have our own Dancing Water Sandy lead learning for us about First Nations traditional knowledge and use of plants. We mixed teas and made smudge candles and salve.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/238405a4-426a-5d51-9e35-f4ee97d4a65d" alt="7y0ldt9e.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>