Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior
Our school had the privilege of welcoming Skip Gregg, a local Indigenous Knowledge Keeper, to our classroom to share knowledge about how the Tsilhqot’in people have traditionally used and cared for the land in the Tatla Lake area. During the visit, students learned about the deep relationship the Tsilhqot’in people have with the land, water, plants, and animals. Students learned about traditional practices that support balance in ecosystems and the importance of respecting the land for future generations.
This learning is connected to our current project where students are designing a “Future City” for the Tatla Lake area. As part of this work, students wanted to understand the history of the land and the stewardship practices that have sustained it for thousands of years. By learning from Tsilhqot’in knowledge and perspectives, students are thinking about how traditional knowledge and modern design can work together to create communities that respect the environment and support long-term sustainability.
The visit encouraged students to think more deeply about their role as caretakers of the land and how planning for the future can include respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture, and stewardship practices.
