By Mina Kerr-Lazenby Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Capilano University has introduced a new framework that will guide staff and students to better prioritize and support Indigenous ways of knowing. Chen?chenstway, a Skwxwu7mesh Snichim (Squamish language) term meaning to support and respect one another, has been a collaboration between the university and the Squamish, s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), Lil’wat, Musqueam, Sechelt, and Metis Nations. Miranda Huron, the university’s director of Indigenous Education and Affairs, said the document outlines five primary areas of commitment: learners, employees, programming, culture and knowledge. It will provide direction for incorporating First Nations languages, cultures and knowledge, and will offer guidance on how to fulfil the University’s promise to meet the goals and objectives outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Act, she said. “This is our commitment to truth…
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