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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 9d

Your gift = scholarships and brighter futures.
Your support = a direct step toward reconciliation. 🙏 #TruthAndReconciliation
#EveryChildMatters

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 9d

Take reconciliACTION on #NDTR with our 30 x 30 campaign! A core Call to Action (#11) of Canada’s #TRC is ensuring equitable funding for Indigenous students. Every $ uplifts Indigenous youth, increasing access to life-changing education opportunities.
www.klfoundation.ca/donate
#OrangeShirtDay

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 9d

Your gift = scholarships and brighter futures.
Your support = a direct step toward reconciliation. 🙏
#EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #nanaimo

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 15d

She’s grateful for financial assistance that allows her to continue her life-long learning journey.

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 15d

Amanda Crocker from Penelakut studies Indigenous languages and is enrolled in a BA program at SFU. Her “goal is to help and assist … in the big job of carrying forward the sacred Hul’q’umi’num’ language learning and speaking to the next generation.”

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 15d

Since 2022, we’ve partnered with @indspire.bsky.social to provide educational awards to Indigenous Youth to support their post-secondary education.

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 15d

Less than a week to #NDTR! Take action through our campaign to raise $30K by Dec 30 to uplift Indigenous Youth by increasing access to life-changing educational opportunities! www.klfoundation.ca/donate

Like, share, donate and help us meet our goal! 🧵
#UnlockPotential #nanaimo #vancouverisland

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 20d

Christina has an Associate Degree in Commerce from Malaspina College (now @viuniversity.bsky.social) and currently resides on Snuneymuxw territory with her husband Kent and their two cats, Mabel and Motown. She is happily enjoying being an Oma to her two grandchildren. #nanaimo #vancouverisland

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 20d

Christina Indseth is our fab #FinanceAdministration Coordinator! From St. John’s, Newfoundland on her mother’s side, with Dutch ancestry on her father’s, she moved to BC in 1994. After 7 years with the Ministry of Children and Families, she moved into philanthropy. shorturl.at/uTW6G

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

#NDTR is Sept 30 and many people wonder how to honour the day. Our 6Rs for Reconciliation session answers that question! It explores 6 values to guide you on a journey toward #reconciliation. By donation-all funds raised support scholarships for Indigenous students. Join us Sept 2: shorturl.at/xDzmf

6 Rs for Reconciliation - Canadahelps

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

She has spent her life in Coast Salish territory and is grateful to the people and land for their gifts and teachings. Her published writing includes poetry, short fiction and non-fiction. She lives on #Snuneymuxw territory and enjoys reading, watching hockey, and walking with her dog Raven.

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

She was an Indigenous Education Navigator @viuniversity.bsky.social and holds a BA in First Nations Studies & Creative Writing (VIU) and a MA in Interdisciplinary Studies from @royalroads.ca.

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

Sheena Robinson is KLF's Storyteller, which means grant writing, communications, fund development, and a little bit of this and that! She’s an urban member of the #Haíɫzaqv (Heiltsuk) First Nation and also has Norwegian, Irish, and English ancestry. #Nanaimo
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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 28d

She is the proud mother of twin girls and makes her home in #Nanoose Bay with her partner and mother.

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 28d

Sharon believes in the power of Indigenous-led and community-determined programs to create lasting, sustainable change. Her PhD research titled, “Haq wil la hlo is sim: Walk Slowly on the Breath of your Ancestors,” examined Indigenous gift-giving and was inspired by her Grandfather’s teachings.

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · 28d

Meet the faces of our Foundation! First-our ED Sharon Hobenshield! She belongs to the House of Malii from Gitxsan First Nation on her mom’s side and has German-settler ancestry on her dad’s. She’s worked on #CoastSalish territory on #VancouverIsland as a social worker, educator, and administrator. 🧵

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 27

Brighten your day! Sign up for our #newsletter and get inspired by stories of how our partnerships with #CoastSalish Nations empower Indigenous children and youth on #vancouverisland. No spam, no overload—just a little dose of hope and positivity in your inbox. Subscribe now: klfoundation.ca

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 22

Apply Now for our Sport, Recreation and Culture Grants! They help families from our 9 member Nations access sports and rec activities for #indigenousyouth supporting health & wellbeing by building self-esteem and developing strong social ties! shorturl.at/kSYJq #nanaimo #powerofsport

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 13

Welcome to @bsky.app @fpcc.ca! Nice to see you here and we look forwarding to connecting with you! klfoundation.ca

First Peoples' Cultural Council @fpcc.ca · May 27

Hello, Bluesky! Thanks for supporting our channel. At the First Peoples' Cultural Council (FPCC), we provide funding, resources and open-source technology development to support all aspects of cultural revitalization. Visit our website for more information on our programs, initiatives and resources.

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 12

Snuneymuxw dad Cody King puts his daughter Nevaeh in junior hip-hop classes thanks to the bursary: “It’s incredibly impactful, she’s made so many friends and has picked up life skills while burning energy. Physically being able to do it is awesome, but it also does wonders for her mental health.”

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 12

On #internationalyouthday we celebrate the #powerofsport to improve wellness, self-esteem, and social connections. Our grants offsets costs for #indigenousyouth from our Member Nations so they can participate. Get inspired by Cody and Nevaeh’s story! Apply starting Aug 18: shorturl.at/rCU0P
#nanaimo

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 12

He has advised and facilitated treaty negotiations in his role with the B.C. Treaty Commission. A talented trumpet player, he studied music at UBC, as well as geography at Malaspina College (now @viuniversity.bsky.social ). Huy ch’q’u Brent for your support of our work!

Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 12

He has been working in politics since 2007 when he became the Manager of the band office. Brent also worked with Indigenous Northern Affairs in their capitol division and helped First Nations across the province develop their infrastructure.

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 12

A champion of nau’sa mawt—working together—Brent Edwards, our Board Co-Chair, hopes to instil pride and respect in #indigenousyouth by upholding traditional values and promoting self-determination. He is currently Chief of Snaw-naw-as. #indigenousleadership

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Kw’umut Lelum Foundation @klfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 6

Snuneymuxw dad Cody King puts his daughter Nevaeh in junior hip-hop classes thanks to the bursary: “It’s incredibly impactful, she’s made so many friends and has picked up life skills while burning energy. Physically being able to do it is awesome, but it also does wonders for her mental health.”

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