Under clear blue skies, a group of secondary students spent a full day of Indigenous learning at Grouse Mountain. This experience blended cultural teachings with outdoor activities, offering participants a chance to immerse themselves in Indigenous traditions, history and ways of knowing.
Guided by a Squamish Elder, they listened to traditional stories passed down through generations. These narratives deepened their understanding of Indigenous perspectives and strengthened their connection to the land. Snowshoeing along the mountain’s trails also gave them the opportunity to engage with the natural landscape while learning about its cultural significance.
They gathered to share a traditional meal of salmon, bannock and soup, savouring the flavours of each dish, which have been passed down through generations of Indigenous traditions. Afterward, they engaged in cedar plank painting as a form of reflection, using art to process their experiences and express their connection to Indigenous knowledge and traditions.
