With only a handful of fluent speakers remaining, these languages are among the most critically endangered in Canada. The Interior Salishan Studies Centre (ISSC) brings together Indigenous scholars, students, artists and community members to reverse this decline—supporting immersive learning, Indigenous-led research and community-based collaboration.
At its core, the ISSC is a bold, place-based response to the ongoing impacts of colonialism and a powerful step toward reconciliation. We invite you to join us in transforming the cultural landscape of our university and region—empowering Indigenous peoples and working collectively for a better future.
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Our Stories
Discover the incredible people, the transformative research and unique learning experiences shaped by our Centre, told through compelling stories of innovation and impact.
Indigenous language degrees move us closer to reconciliation
Graduates from the Bachelor of Nsyilxcn Language Fluency and Bachelor of NłeɁkepmx Language Fluency programs walked the stage together.
Half a century of lifting Indigenous educators across the province
UBC’s Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP), celebrating its 50th anniversary, has graduated nearly 500 Indigenous educators in B.C.
UBCO adds Indigenous Knowledges to graduate studies programs
UBC Okanagan is the first in Canada to offer Indigenous Knowledges master’s and doctorate degrees.