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A Year In Review - The 2025 Report
This past year marked a period of growth, grounding, and momentum for the Indigenous Resurgence Project (IRP). Through gatherings, workshops, collaborations, and opening of the community-focused Stínesten Gallery, we strengthened connections between artists, sector professionals, and community members across disciplines and generations. This year in review reflects both the visible milestones and the quieter, foundational work that sustains our vision—relationship-building, t

Shay
Jan 47 min read


The DIS//CONNECT: Bridging together community through reconnection and collaboration.
The DIS//CONNECT: Remembering the Red Bridge in Time exhibition brings community together through art, memory, and connection The #2141 Steam Engine beneath the Red Bridge. Photo courtesy of the Kamloops Heritage Railway. KAMLOOPS, BC—The Indigenous Resurgence Project (IRP) is proud to announce the opening of a major group exhibition honouring the memory and legacy of the Red Bridge, opening January 10, 2026 and running until February 12, 2026. Featuring work by over 20 artis

Shay
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Call for Artists: Upcoming Exhibition to Honor the Memory of the Red Bridge
Photo of Red Bridge captured by Teresa Rush. Kamloops, BC – We are pleased to announce The DIS//CONNECT: Remembering the Red Bridge in...

Shay
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Stínesten Gallery Opens with Inaugural Exhibition “Returning to the Land”
Stínesten Gallery, an Indigenous-owned and operated art space dedicated to supporting underrepresented Indigenous artists, is proud to announce its official opening on October 24th, 2025 at 140 Laburnum Street on the Kamloops’ North Shore.

Shay
Sep 12, 20252 min read


Screening to Raise Funds for Secwepemcstín Revitalization Bursary
Playwright Laura Michel strives to support scholars studying Secwépemc language.

JulienC
Jun 16, 20257 min read


BC Interior Events to Attend During National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History month, a time we actively encourage people to engage and participate with the many different Indigenous cultures we have across the land we call Canada. Below is a collection of public events that offer the opportunity to learn, experience, and celebrate Indigenous cultures and histories.

JulienC
May 30, 20255 min read


Call for Indigenous Youth Muralist – Stínesten Gallery
Background Photo: "Weaving Wisdom" mural by Evan Christian and Andrew Klotz at Katherine's Place, 560 Tranquille Rd. About the Project:...

Shay
Mar 3, 20252 min read


Introducing Stínesten Gallery: A New Indigenous-Owned Arts Space in Kamloops
A Vision Rooted in Community, Creativity, and Mentorship Stínesten Gallery Logo, designed by Cai Brown. Inspired by the traditional cedar...

Shay
Feb 27, 20254 min read


A Year In Review - The 2024 Report
2024 OVERVIEW 2024 marked the second year of independent operation for the Indigenous Resurgence Project (IRP). Without outside...

Shay
Jan 11, 20254 min read


Call of Interest: Volunteer Artist Committee
Are you a self-identifying Indigenous artist residing in the BC Southern Interior region? Are you passionate about supporting artists and...

Shay
Apr 26, 20241 min read


A Year In Review - The 2023 Report
2023 OVERVIEW This year has been a whirlwind of excitement and filled with plenty of partnerships. In 2023, the IRP ran independently and...

Shay
Jan 2, 20244 min read


2023 Shop Local: Indigenous Holiday Guide
It's that season again to support local, small business in British Columbia! Another year, another awesome gift guide featuring...

Shay
Dec 1, 20233 min read


Music for the People: A Cultural Experience Returns This Fall
The highly-received, cross-cultural concert will be hosted again this September at the Tk'emlups Powwow Arbor. July 29, 2023 Music for...

Shay
Jul 29, 20233 min read


Indigenous Art Throughout the Interior
A list of upcoming or on-going Indigenous Exhibitions in the Interior. Looking for some local activities and spots to visit this summer?...

Shay
Jun 16, 20236 min read


A Year In Review - The 2022 Report
2022 was an exciting year filled with many milestones and events, and lots of new friends and partnerships. Join us as we look back at...

Shay
Jan 18, 20233 min read


James Darin Corbiere: Speaking Our Truth
Anishinaabe artist shares his interactive board game on Truth and Reconciliation. In 2017, Anishinaabe artist Darin Corbiere was a...

Shay
Dec 7, 20224 min read


Shop Local: Indigenous Holiday Guide
We are quickly approaching the holiday season and now's the perfect time to be searching for some awesome gifts. There are so many...

Shay
Nov 29, 20223 min read


Annual Exhibitions at the Kamloops Arts Council Return for Another Year
The annual SMALL//works and Art Exposed exhibitions at the Kamloops Arts Council at the Old Courthouse Gallery return for another year,...

JulienC
Nov 25, 20222 min read


Justene Dion-Glowa: Trailer Park Shakes
Justene Dion-Glowa is a non-binary, Kamloops-based Metis author who is sharing their story through poetry in their debut collection,...

Shay
Sep 28, 20224 min read


Tsqwlentém t̓e Ck̓uĺtens: Calling the Salmon Home
For thousands of years, the wild salmon have been the most important Indigenous food, and cultural and ecological keystone species in BC,...

Shay
Sep 26, 20222 min read
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