C2C 2023 Professional Development Gathering
Classrooms to Communities:
Connecting to Land through Indigenous Learning
October 20, 2023
Thank You for Joining Us!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the C2C Professional Development Gathering on Friday, October 20!
This year’s event, “Connecting to Land through Indigenous Learning” happened virtually and welcomed over 500 educators and community members from across B.C. and North America. We were overwhelmed by the energy and passion from participants and presenters, and so grateful for all those who helped make the day so extraordinary.
We were honoured to host remarkable presenters including Ariana Roundpoint, Shelly Boyd, Dana Reaume, Christy Anderson, Jaclyn Dexter, Andrea Mann and Carman Mackay. We also want to give a special thanks to Jade Berrill, the organizing team, event sponsors and partners. Thank you to everyone involved and we look forward to seeing you in Vancouver for C2C 2024!
Testimonials:
“The opening was a beautiful, heart-full way to start the day. Highlights were: hearing about Sila and the Land, learning more about the medicine wheel, and hearing about ways to make offerings when going out on the land. The latter I know I will take into my practice immediately.”
“It was very intimate despite the fact there were over 500 people on Zoom. Pretty darn amazing! Ariana Roundpoint was remarkable in her ability to distill such dense ideas.”
“Stories were thoughtfully presented and knowledge was generously shared.”
“The whole event was very accessible and I really enjoyed reading the chat at this event.”
“It was powerful for me to gain a little bit more insight into connecting with the land. Thank you to all participants who shared their stories.”
“The work of C2C is exceptional. I enjoy being part of the community and always learning.”
Event Partners
Testimonials from Past C2C Events
“Thank you for once again creating such a meaningful, rich learning experience! I am re-energized by the workshops, stories, and connections to continue the process of unlearning and creating meaningful experiences for my students. Not only did I enjoy presenting, but I appreciated the thoughtful dialogue that pushed my own thinking and teaching practice. I am also grateful for the fun times as well; C2C is such unique Pro D in BC.”
— Participant
“A great mix of networking, informal solutions and ideas brainstorming, and outdoor inspiration time with wonderful people, loved the opportunity to get outside and consider the physical challenges - extra rewarding and thought-provoking around inclusive programs.”
— Participant
“Thank you all for the amazing work you put into organizing the conference, and providing such an inspirational space for so many great educators to get together! It felt like such a privilege to be a part of the experience.”
— Participant
“I loved everyone's authenticity, kindness, passion, energy and organization. Presenters were inspirational, the Plenary was beautiful, and the field trips on Saturday were so much fun!
— Participant
“I thoroughly enjoyed the conference, from the evocative opening plenary presentations, to the thought-provoking, inspiring, and useful workshops, to the delicious meals, the creative and original music, and the opportunities to meet and reconnect with other outdoor-focused educators.”
— Participant
“The diversity of the workshops and folks involved was wonderful. I loved the opening welcome, the local Indigenous speakers, and the theme of decolonizing across the whole conference.”
— Participant
“The whole experience was amazing! I applaud you for all of your thought, care and hard work you put into organizing this weekend. I truly feel inspired.”
— Participant