On-campus Elders

VCC is honoured to welcome Elders, JR Elders, and Knowledge Keepers to our campuses. 

Our on-campus Elders and Knowledge Keepers provide strong cultural guidance, advise, and support for our Indigenous students and the broader VCC community. You’ll find them in our Gathering Space connecting with students and staff one-to-one or in small groups. Elders also attend many campus celebrations and ceremonies.   

Cultural teachings are at the heart of what they share, offering cultural knowledge, Indigenous wisdom, and traditional counselling, both in person and online. 

During your time at VCC, we encourage you to take a moment to get to know our Elders, whether through an IECE activity, or simply over a cup of tea or coffee in the Gathering Space. They have much wisdom to share and offer respectful and caring guidance.

Book and appointment or drop-in
Elders are available in person and virtually at both the Downtown and Broadway campuses. Times and availability are subject to change. Please email us for a current schedule or to arrange a virtual session with an Elder. You can also drop by the Gathering Spaces for an in-person session.

Schedule

• Broadway campus, Gathering Space, building B, room 2332
  • Elder Ruth Alfred
    Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Elder Lorelei Lyons
    Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (alternating between campuses) 
• Downtown campus, Gathering Space, room 100 J-M 
  
  • Elder Jean Wasegijig
    Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Elder Lorelei Lyons
    Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (alternating between campuses) 
  • Elder Shwana Bruce
    Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.