Monday, Feb. 3, 12 pm Camosun’s campuses are CLOSING at noon today due to the forecast calling for heavy snowfall and deteriorating road conditions throughout the region. All classes and services will close for the reminder of the day.

Space is available on both campuses to accommodate people who may need time to make exit arrangements:
• Lansdowne: Fisher Building foyer
• Interurban: Liz Ashton Campus Centre

Please check the college website (camosun.ca) or follow the college on social media for the latest information:

• Facebook: facebook.com/CamosunCollege/
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Visit the college website for a more in-depth overview of campus closure protocols in the event of adverse weather.

National Indigenous People's Day

When:

Jun. 21, 2025 | 10am - 3pm

Where:

Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Colwood

School:

Centre for Indigenous Education and Community Connections

Schedule of events

10am

Lekwungen Traditional Dancers and singers performance at shore stage.

10:30am

Welcome ceremony, traditional welcome and opening remarks on the shore stage
Prayer

10:40am

Traditional canoe landing protocol practice on the shore of the Esquimalt Lagoon led by Lekwungen (Songhees) Nation Elder Butch Dick

12pm noon

Field stage opens for performances
- Joyful Jiggers with Calvin Cairns and Ry Moran
- Ribbon Skirt Dancers
- Esquimalt singers and dancers
- Red Buff
- Karen Lee White & Friends
- Ahousaht drummers and singers
Traditional plant walks on Charlie's Trail along Colwood Creek with Cowichan Elder Kenneth Elliott

All day

Canoe challenges
Children’s field games
Children's craft tent
Frybread station
Food trucks (food & beverages for purchase)
Vendors market, partner displays and more!

3pm

Closing ceremony

This event's schedule is subject to change

Last updated:

February 03, 2025 | 5:03pm

Category:

Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewen – The Centre for Indigenous Education & Community