Wəli-Kehkitikowamək (Place of Good Teachings) Youth Program

Wəli-Kehkitikowamək is a vibrant community dedicated to empowering Indigenous youth through cultural connection, skill-building, and leadership development. Our program offers a safe space for youth to explore their heritage, engage in traditional practices, and participate in educational workshops and mentorship opportunities. We welcome youth aged 12-18 from all Indigenous backgrounds to join us in celebrating our rich heritage and shaping a positive future. Together, let’s build a strong, supportive community that inspires growth and resilience.

Program Components

Cultural Workshops: Participate in hands-on activities like moccasin making, beading, drumming and traditional dances.
Leadership Development: Gain valuable skills through training and information sessions with professionals in diverse fields.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and mentors who share your passion for Indigenous culture and advocacy.
Community Engagement: Contribute to local initiatives that uplift and amplify Indigenous voices and promote cultural awareness.

Wəli-Kehkitikowamək (Place of Good Teachings) Youth Intake Form

Any youth wanting to attend any of the Wəli-Kehkitikowamək programming must submit a program intake form prior to attending. If you have any questions or concerns, please email michaela@uosfc.ca.

Indigenous Youth Council

For Youth, Led by Youth

Guided by Elders and Knowledge Carriers and grounded in traditional knowledge, the Indigenous Youth Council (ages 17-24) brings young people together to discuss and tackle the issues they see in their community providing a space to voice their concerns, hopes and dreams for their community as well as the chance and opportunity to create and have an impact, on their terms.

The council brings a youth perspective to the forefront, uplifting young voices and empowering the future generations.

Additional Supports

School Cultural Enhancement: Under One Sky has partnered with select schools in delivering cultural enhancement programming. Cultural enhancement occurs during school hours and teaches Indigenous students about their language, history and culture. If interested in cultural enhancement, please email molly@uosfc.ca.
School Transition Supports: Under One Sky is here to support families through school transitions. Our school transition supports consist of school readiness programming, connecting families with schools that meet their need, kindergarten, and new school registration support. If interested in these supports, please email molly@uosfc.ca.
Tutoring: Access to tutors for all grade levels in a culturally safe environment. For tutoring support, please email molly@uosfc.ca.
Nurturing Roots: Focuses on providing culturally safe programs and supports for children with exceptional needs and their families. For more information, please email maxine@uosfc.ca.
Nurturing Connections: Provides a safe and welcoming space where youth living with exceptionalities can come together to build meaningful relationships, socialize, and feel a sense of belonging. The program offers a variety of inclusive cultural activities, social events, and community gatherings designed to encourage self-expression, confidence, and connection in a supportive environment. For more information, please email maxine@uosfc.ca.

Yearly Program Calendar (Coming Soon!)

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Our Youth Voices…

“They always make me feel like I belong. Through the Friendship Centre, I was given so many opportunities to deeply connect with my culture and in turn feel more confidence in expressing it more openly. Thank you to the UOS team for all your help!”

“My time at the Friendship Centre has been very healing, thank you for all that you do.”

“I have never been anywhere that I can just be me! I don’t have to mask, I love Under One Sky”

'“I finally feel like I belong somewhere.”

“I never come to Under One Sky and not have a great time.”