Syilx Okanagan Nation

English and hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ characters on a sign at the UBC Vancouver Bus Exchange.

Reconciliation, one keystroke at a time

A new font to typeset Salish languages is the result of a unique collaboration between UBC, Musqueam and Syilx.

May 31, 2023

sn̓ilíʔtn, a permanent installation by Syilx artist Les Louis and co-funded by the ONA and UBC, stands in the central courtyard at UBC Okanagan to commemorate the 10 year anniversary of UBC Okanagan and the UBC Centennial.

UBC Okanagan to offer Canada’s first bachelor’s degree of Indigenous language fluency

UBC’s Okanagan campus, located in the territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation, is set to become the first university in Canada to offer a bachelor’s degree in Indigenous language fluency.

Mar 29, 2021

New Indigenous Strategic Plan establishes UBC’s role in upholding the rights of Indigenous Peoples

New Indigenous Strategic Plan establishes UBC’s role in upholding the rights of Indigenous Peoples

Today marks a significant milestone in UBC’s commitment to truth and reconciliation: the university will celebrate the launch of its new Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP).

Sep 14, 2020

The Musqueam Indian Band flag is located at the SUB North Plaza, adjacent to the North Parkade.

UBC raises Musqueam Indian Band flag permanently at Vancouver campus

The flag of the Musqueam Indian Band will be permanently raised on the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus.

Feb 25, 2019