Syeyutsus is a hul’q’umi’num expression for “walking in two worlds”: living and honouring the teachings of the Land and First Peoples, while navigating the ever changing complexities of today’s world and society. Learning with Syeyutsus offers live streamed, lunch time events, which are also recorded and available for ongoing educational purposes and deeper learning. Together, we are seeking to promote a deeper conversation towards rebuilding our relationships with Indigenous peoples and the Land for a stronger Canada.

This FREE learning series is proudly presented by the Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools, in collaboration with UBC Press and VIRL as part of their ongoing commitment to the TRC Call to Action #57. Together, we are seeking to promote a deeper conversation towards rebuilding our relationships with Indigenous peoples and the Land for a stronger Canada.

For a Full List of speakers and to view past speakers visit here and click on “All Seasons” tab.

Upcoming Webinars (2024)

To view last year’s speakers series, visit the 2023 Learning with Syeyutsus page.

Listing of Events

Learning with Syeyutsus is an online Indigenous learning series featuring Canadian authors and thought leaders sharing their knowledge on the true histories of Canada, Indigenous self-determination, land and language resurgence, stories and more.

All Syeyutsus Events

Borrow Titles from Our Library

Get a copy of the titles featured in the Syeyutsus Series webinars.

Not a VIRL Card Holder? Visit a Participating Library

On behalf of the Syeyutsus collaborators, all BC Public Libraries are invited to participate in the Fourth Season of the Syeyutsus Speaker series.

Participating Libraries

Watch Past Talks

You can watch past talks on the Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools YouTube page.