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Esk'etemc, the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, and the Concerned Parents and Caregivers of Williams Lake are calling on the Ministry of Education and Child Care to conduct a fulsome investigation into the allegations of racial violence, discrimination, bullying, and harassment in School District #27.

If you have questions, confidentially reach out to Esk'etemc Education Director Calvin Dubray at educationdirector@sxoxomic.ca

“We share the same vision for every child to have the opportunity to attend school in an environment where they feel safe, supported and have a sense of belonging.”

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Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, President of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs

News

100 Mile Free Press: Meeting with minister hoped to be a 'first step' towards change in Cariboo Chilcotin School District

In a meeting with Minister Lisa Beare, Esk'etemc and UBCIC chiefs shared a new website created adding to their call for a full investigation into SD 27.

Williams Lake Tribune: Meeting with minister hoped to be a 'first step' towards change in Cariboo Chilcotin School District

In a meeting with Minister Lisa Beare, Esk'etemc and UBCIC chiefs shared a new website created adding to their call for a full investigation into SD 27.

My Cariboo Now: standuptogether.ca Launched By Esk’etemc & Concerned Parent Group

The Minister talked about the review that was put forth and this was a review that was solely done with the Minister and her staffing and Safer Schools Together.

Canadian First Nations Radio Network: Parents and Indigenous Leaders Demand Investigation into School District #27’s Handling of Racial Violence

Esk’etemc, alongside the Concerned Parents and Caregivers of Williams Lake (CPWL), has launched a new website and video urging the Ministry of Education and Child Care (MECC) to conduct a thorough investigation into racial violence, bullying, and discrimination within School District #27.

Press Release: Esk’etemc and Concerned Parents Group Launch Website and Video Amplifying the Call for an Investigation into Racial Violence and Bullying in School District #27

Esk'etemc and the Concerned Parents and Caregivers of Williams Lake collectively announced a new website and accompanying video aimed at raising awareness and gathering support.

Concerned Parents & Caregivers meet with Ministry staff: Summary

This is a summary of the Concerned Parents and Caregivers group meeting with Ministry staff.

Union of BC Indian Chiefs: Call for Investigation into Bullying, Harassment, Discrimination and Racism at SD #27

Union of BC Indian Chiefs calls for an investigation. Read the full resolution.

Penticton Herald: Parents, community leaders rally for an investigation into SD 27

Families and community leaders are rallying in Williams Lake, calling on the minister of education and childcare to respond to concerns of racism and bullying in School District 27

Indigenous leaders protesting racism and bullying outside Cariboo-Chilcotin School District offices in Williams Lake

Indignews: Esk’etemc rally calls for investigation into school district, alleging ‘bullying and racial violence’

Indigenous leaders protested outside Cariboo-Chilcotin School District offices in Williams Lake this week, saying the ministry must do more to address racism and bullying concerns.

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