A Conversation with Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer
UBC Library presents, in partnership with UBC Forestry and the Simon K. Y. Lee Global Lounge and Resource Centre, a conversation with Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer on Friday, January 29 (1:00 -2:30 p.m. PST). The acclaimed author of Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants will be joined by moderators, Dr. […]
Rattle making Workshop with LadyBear
Online workshop for UBC Indigenous Students, Staff, Faculty & Community members. Registration full & closed. Updates The first workshop has been rescheduled for March 5 & 12 due to unforeseen circumstances; we apologize for any scheduling conflicts and thank participants for their patience! Should you have any questions or need to cancel please contact: Tamis.cochrane@ubc.ca […]
Wishing all of you a Happy Holiday season!
Dear friends and colleagues, 2020 has been a year like no other. It has encouraged us all to reimagine how we work and get creative and collaborative. During this year we have seen the arrival of two new Indigenous librarians to the Xwi7xwa team. Kayla Lar-Son has joined us from Treaty 6 territory and Karleen Delaurier-Lyle’s position has been […]
Science Literacy Week Sept 21-27, 2020
Science Literacy Week Sept 21-27, 2020 Xwi7xwa Library is participating in this year’s Science Literacy Week 2020! Branches across UBC Library will be hosting online workshops, curating reading lists, and sharing fun films on this year’s topic: Biodiversity! See the collective research guide here! And join the conversation Join the conversation! @ubclibrary #scilit20 #bc
Ronald Sparrow and The Sparrow Case
Xwi7xwa Library has gathered some resources highlighting the work of Ronald “Bud” Sparrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and community during this time. Sparrow’s influence on Canada’s understanding of Aboriginal fishing will continue in others’ work. Please contact the branch with research related questions if you do not find what you are […]