Everyone is Welcome!
Visit us for research help, to see our collections, or to find a place to study. At X̱wi7x̱wa Library everyone is welcome! Image credit: Paul Joseph X̱wi7x̱wa Library (pronunciation) is a centre for academic and community Indigenous scholarship. Our collections and services reflect Indigenous approaches to teaching, learning, and research. To learn more about the […]
Wayfinding for X̱wi7x̱wa
Important Access Notice: A section of West Mall is closed from May 2026 until October 2026. Xwi7xwa library will remain open during this time and will be accessible via the routes indicated on the map. Access to Xwi7xwa from Lower Mall is currently unaffected. Directions to our branch from common routes are available and for […]
X̱wi7x̱wa LibGuide Changes
Our LibGuides look a little different! We’re making some changes to our LibGuides, here’s what to expect: Our guides will now follow best practices from UBC Library, this will make usability much easier for researchers! Updated information: we’re working through broken links and finding more current information. Reorganizing and consolidating information, this will make it […]
35th Annual Women’s Memorial March
This post contains upsetting information that may cause you distress. Please take a moment to decide if you would like to continue reading on. If you feel you need support while engaging with MMIWG2S content please see the following resources listed at the end of this post. It is important to practice self-care and respect […]
Orange Shirt Day is Every Day
Wellness Supports If you feel you need support while engaging with Residential School histories and legacies please see the following resources below. It is important to practice self-care and respect your needs. KUU-US 24hr crisis line (BC Wide Indigenous Toll Free Crisis and Support Line): 1-800-588-8717 Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) orange […]