On Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) and Thompson Rivers University (TRU) signed "We will recognize one another". This cooperative agreement establishes a framework for joint decision-making and collaboration on academic programming and research, with a focus on improving educational outcomes for T'exelcemc students. The agreement recognizes T'exelc's inherent rights, jurisdiction and cultural authority within its traditional territory.
October 26, 2026
