Our Fall lectures began on Wednesday September 24th “Skullduggery to Preserve Heritage ” was presented by Brian Smith, former Oak Bay Mayor and B.C. Attorney General
On Wednesday October 15th ” Soul of a Wolf-Honouring Staqeya” was presented by Kent Laforme, sculptor.The sculpture of Stqeye in Oak Bay represents a great leader for the Nation, the late Chief Robert Sam, and the arrival of the Wolf on Tl’ches days after his passing.
Thursday November 6th Documentary screening of Story Pole: Indigenous Veterans and the Tallest Pole in the World” explored the heritage of the famous totem pole that stands in Beacon Hill park and its connection to Indigenous Veterans. Produced by Geoff Bird, Professor of Royal Roads University under the guidance of Indigenous Elders from various Nations, Geoff was joined by members of the Underwood family of the Tsawout Nation .
Start time for our lectures is 7pm. Location Windsor Park Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Road , Oak Bay
Everyone is always welcome/ donations appreciated. Refreshments are served.
More details on each lecture to come.