FEB. 21, 2025
EVERY LEARNER, EVERY VOICE:
Pathways to Opportunity
Welcome to Focus Day 2025
Welcome to the Focus Day website! If you plan on attending our virtual workshops, no registration is needed; simply visit this website on Feb. 21 and click on the "Join Session" button for the workshop you want to attend.
If you would like to attend one of our in-person sessions, click on the "Register Now" button at the bottom of each workshop's page.
Schedule
8:45am Land Acknowledgement & Welcome
9:00am - 10:15am Keynote (Dr. Shelly Wilton followed by a question period)
10:15am -10:30am Break
10:30am - 12:00pm Session #1
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm -2:30pm Session #2
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shelly Wilton
Dr. Shelly Wilton ( Niemi ) is a Cree/ Métis woman who is known for her extensive work as an Indigenous Educational Leader, Author, Researcher, Scholar, Storyteller and Ethical Space Designer. Dr. Wilton ( Niemi ) was born in Prince Albert, SK, raised in Prince George, BC, and currently lives and works in Victoria, BC.
Dr. Wilton’s (Niemi) skills, experience, passion, research and influence are found within the areas of; Cultural Safety, Culturally Responsive Policy, Governance, Leadership, Community Engagement, Strategic Planning, Restorative Practice and Ethical Space Design. Dr. Wilton (Niemi) serves as the Director of Indigenous Education for the Greater Victoria School District and continues to be an advisor and consultant to various boards and organizations provincially, nationally and internationally on matters related to these topics.
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