Reconciliation education centre opens in Weyburn – The World-Spectator

January 27, 2025

“This gathering here is a baby step to reconciliation,” said Elder Lorna Standingready during a blessing at the grand opening of the Reconciliation Education Centre at the Southeast College in Weyburn on Jan. 22.

Around 75 students, staff, dignitaries, Indigenous leaders and elders were on hand for the event, which also unveiled the college’s Indigenous Action Plan. The action plan features five goals, with each one broken down to a list of action items that reflect the spirit of the particular goal. These goals include: improved communication between Southeast College and Indigenous partners; utilizing elders to guide and teach students and staff; providing increased student supports with culturally based resources; developing an Indigenous student recruitment strategy; and offering specific Indigenous content.

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