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Part of situation: Indigenous collaboration agreements in Canada (2 clusters)

Williams Lake First Nation and TRU sign educational agreement

Williams Lake First Nation Thompson Rivers University T’exelcemc students Indigenous education reconciliation

Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) and Thompson Rivers University (TRU) have signed a cooperative agreement titled ‘Yerí7 me7 sucwentwécw-kt, We will recognize one another’. Signed on October 20, 2026, the agreement establishes a framework for joint decision-making, academic programming, and research aimed at improving educational outcomes for T’exelcemc students.

The partnership acknowledges T’exelc’s inherent rights, jurisdiction, and cultural authority within its traditional territory. It builds upon a previous partnership agreement signed in 2024 and includes a joint implementation plan to put the formalized commitments into practice.

WLFN Chief Willie Sellars stated that the partnership creates opportunities to advance reconciliation and build a stronger future for the region. TRU President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Airini emphasized the commitment to removing barriers for student success and creating educational pathways that reflect the priorities of the Williams Lake First Nation.

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Dr. Airini · Thompson Rivers University · T’exelcemc · Williams Lake First Nation · Willie Sellars

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New Williams Lake First Nation, TRU agreement to support T’exelcemc students [100milefreepress.net]
New Williams Lake First Nation, TRU agreement to support T’exelcemc students - The Ashcroft-Cache Creek Journal [ashcroftcachecreekjournal.com]
New Williams Lake First Nation, TRU agreement to support T’exelcemc students [clearwatertimes.com]
Williams Lake First Nation and TRU sign agreement – TRU Newsroom [inside.tru.ca]