The Cowichan Valley School District Board of Education has created the position of District Elder / Knowledge Keeper.
It’s a first in the province.
Dolly Sylvester will be the first holder of the position.
She’s expected to play a pivotal role in continuing to shape the District’s relationships with Nations throughout the valley, as well as being a conduit for Elders throughout the community.
The position will bring Indigenous perspectives and knowledge to the school community and will assist with ceremonial and cultural events.
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Sylvester has unofficially held the role for many years and this move formalizes the role.
