Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. In this episode, host Jodi Bob welcomes revered guest, Chief Robert Joseph, known also by his ancestral name KwinKwinXaLigedzi Wakaas, which translates to Big Thunderbird Awesome River.

We want to share a powerful story from a Survivor’s family. Their heartfelt words show the profound impact of our incredible RHSW, Norma Stump!

Thank you for helping us raise $25,492,38 for Giving Tuesday! This year, we did more than just exceed our $15,000 fundraising goal, we also achieved the most successful Giving Tuesday in our 30-year history!

Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. Welcome to Episode 5, where we continue to explore the profound stories of survival and resilience. In this episode, host Olivia Kate Iatridis sits down with John Jones, known in his community as Tse’qualmut.

Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. In this compelling episode, host Teka Desjarlais sits down with Shirley David, who bravely shares her profound and moving journey through the trials of attending residential school and transitioning through the foster care system.

Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. In episode three, host Jodi Bob, engages in a heartfelt conversation with the esteemed Sam George of the Squamish Nation.

Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. In episode two, host Teka Desjarlais welcomes Bruce Allan from the Stellat’en First Nation to the podcast.

Woven Spirit: Threads of Wisdom is a powerful youth-run podcast series presented by IRSSS. In the inaugural episode, host Olivia Kate Iatridis introduces us to Gene Gus, a respected member of the Tsleil-Watuth Nation.

Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) crisis line team lead, Daisy Elliott, talks to CTV News about the importance of remembrance on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.