SFU SCEC Awards Night and Community Dialogue – Burnaby

Discover what’s possible when university students and communities work together to make positive local change!

Join us for an inspirational night, where SFU students will present ideas to win funding for the implementation of their innovative projects for community impact. Then, participate in a community dialogue designed to explore the indigenization of your own activities, projects and work.

5:30pm – 5:45pm – Welcome and territorial acknowledgement

5:45pm – 7:15pm – Presentations and Q&A

7:15pm – 7:30pm – Break

7:30pm – 8:30pm – Community dialogue

8:30pm – 8:45pm - Announcement of winners

PRESENTING PROJECTS:

We are the World — A co-created magazine to showcase seniors' stories of resilience locally and from around the world.

Project S.A.V.E — A partnership model to facilitate the adoption of eco-friendly methods of waste disposal while educating youth on conservation.

Connecting Generations — A place-based initiative to facilitate intergenerational connections through cooking and storytelling.

Eco Endeavors — An after-school sustainability education and mentorship program for grades 6-7.

COMMUNITY DIALOGUE:

Indigenizing your work: exploring ideas for embedding and honouring Indigenous practices in your organization, activities, or projects.

A public dialogue for all attendees, this hour will provide space to reflect, learn, and share ideas for exploring ways to Indigenize community work of all kinds.

Courageously explore what Indigenization might mean for your own work, whatever that might be.

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

If you are driving, limited parking is available underground on a first-come, first-served basis and street parking is also available. If you are taking transit, it is approximately a 1-minute walk from Metrotown SkyTrain Station.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns by emailing community-engagement@sfu.ca.