Prince George, B.C.- Between 3,000 and 4,000 First Nations elders from all over B.C. will be gathering at UNBC next July.

 

The Lheidli T’enneh have been awarded the honour of hosting the event which is considered the premier social and cultural gathering for indigenous peoples.

 

The theme for the gathering is “Honour Your Journey and will focus on holistic activities that support healthy living. 

 

“It will be a tremendous honour for the Lheidli T’enneh to welcome everyone to our traditional territory to share knowledge, culture, songs and dance. This event provides a great opportunity to socialize and learn from one another. We want to acknowledge both the Tsawwassen and Stó:lō First Nation Communities for hosting this year’s gathering in Abbotsford, B.C. We will build on their success” says Chief Dominic Frederick.

 

Elder Clifford Quaw says  the Lheidli Dakelh Elders are eager to take part in developing the event “We will be reaching out to the community to assist in making this the best event possible. The 37th Annual B.C. Elders Gathering will be an event for people to join in our celebrations and for us to share as Lheidli T’enneh.”

 

The event will take place July 8^th through the 11^th at UNBC and the Northern Sports Centre. The Lheidli T’enneh are establishing an organizing committee and will be looking for sponsors, partnerships and volunteers to make the event a success.