Over the summer, our SIIA team was grateful for all the Craft and Social evenings they were able to host in W̱SÍKEM. Despite the small gathering space available, we consistently witnessed a large number of community members come out to join us!

In following our teachings, we always made sure each person in attendance was well fed (shout out to Mary Jones for all the wonderful meals!) and and taken care of. We also are reminded of how important it is for community members to have something to do with their hands while having discussions. So many beautiful crafts and conversations came out of these nights!

For more information about the work happening in W̱SÍKEM, contact Shana Sylvester at shanasylvester@siia.ca.

“Our kids should feel safe in their own communities”

W̱SÍKEM Community Member

September 1, 2022- W̱SÍKEM ribbon skirt workshop #2

August 25, 2022- W̱SÍKEM Ribbon Skirt workshop

July 6, 2022- Craft and Social Evening

“It is never a bother to hear from you…because we want you to be alive… because we want you to be safe… and ‘cause we love you guys”

W̱SÍKEM Community Member

May 19, 2022- Craft Night

2022- Craft Night