Long before Canada was formed, the Stó:lō (People of the River) lived and thrived on the land on which UFV is located. UFV gratefully recognizes and honours the contributions that Indigenous people have made — and continue to make — to our community.
St’elt’elawtexw | Community
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Yoystexw Ye Totilthet
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Ayeqet Kw’e Shxwaylexws
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Welcome to St’elt’elawtexw
The language spoken by the Stó:lō people is Halq’eméylem, the “Upriver dialect” of Halkomelem. Halq’eméylem is primarily spoken in the upper and central Fraser Valley, the Lower Fraser Canyon, and in communities near Harrison Lake. St’elt’elawtexw means “community” in Halq’eméylem.
At UFV, St’elt’elawtexw is woven into our fabric, and we are grateful for the connections we have with the individuals and organizations who contribute to our collective impact.
Watch the video to learn the proper pronunciation of St’elt’elawtexw.
“On our 50th anniversary, we celebrate through reflection and by honouring the people and places who came before and made us who we are today.”
Susan Mide Kiss | Vice-President, Community Engagement
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