Indigenous Day
Moments of SFU’s history with the Indigenous community
Peak Web July 4, 2018By: Jonathan Pabico, Peak Associate In the 1960s, First Nations were never included in discussions to construct SFU on Burnaby Mountain. To this day, relationships between the university and First Nations communities are still imperfect. In 2017, Sarah Guraliuk wrote for The Peak about the reality of authenticating her heritage with “acceptable proof” before accessing financial aid meant for Indigenous students. While the following events are not an exhaustive list, here are some pieces of the past that illustrate the intricate relationship between SFU and the Indigenous Community. Editor’s note: If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about this…
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SFU Indigenous students break down barriers at Indigenous Day
EIC October 2, 2017Indigenous students hosted a gathering on campus last week to break down colonial constructs and make Indigenous peoples visible in the community. The annual Indigenous Day event in Convocation Mall featured performances by student and visiting artists on the unceded…
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