Indigenous Shared Spaces

Cplul’kw’ten – The Gathering Place

Cplul’kw’ten is a friendly and inviting Indigenous centre that provides information on all aspects of university life and doubles as a space to socialize, study or just take a break from your day. It is truly a home away from home.

New Indigenous Center

This center is currently under construction. It will be a dedicated space that honours Secwépemc ways of knowing and being.

The centre is envisioned as a place of connection, learning and support. Rooted in Secwépemc ancestral knowledge, it will reflect Secwépemc culture while serving the needs of today’s students.

Office of Indigenous Education

The Office of Indigenous Education is the administration and academic office that reports directly to the Provost and Vice-President Academic. The office works with the deans, faculties and departments on Indigenization across the campus.

This office also liaises with and connects TRU to the surrounding Indigenous communities and organizations for research, partnerships, and collaboration.

HOL 190

As the largest in‑the‑round lecture theatre in the province, this remarkable venue is purpose‑built to inspire connection and conversation. Featuring 600 square feet of presentation space and audio-visual features, the theatre is designed to foster interactive dialogue in the tradition of Indigenous learning and storytelling. Ideal for impactful lectures, dynamic presentations, collaborative meetings, symposiums, and conferences, this unique space offers an engaging environment that will elevate your event.

All My Relations

The mission of the All My Relations Research Centre is to advance Indigenous community wellness by bringing together regional, national and international Indigenous researchers to work in partnership with Indigenous communities to identify, research, advance and build capacity and capability in Indigenous community wellness.

Soup Circle

During the Fall and Winter semester, every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. there is a soup circle in Cplul’kw’ten. This is a great way to connect with mentors, students, and faculty while enjoying delicious homemade soup.

Following the soup circle, there is a wellness circle with counsellor Andrea Brassard. This is to develop interoception and self-awareness, reflect on wisdom teachings, and share in the community.

Smudging Room

This practice is based on traditional beliefs that the smoke produced is a means of purification and to create a positive mindset for those involved in the activities. The smoke and scent produced during a smudge is minimal and often dissipates quickly.

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) provides designated smudging rooms, and requests can be submitted to conduct smudging in non-designated spaces as needed.

Tk’emlúps Rolling Hills

Campus Commons, the Commons (the circular green space in front of CAC) and the rolling hills represent the mountains surrounding campus. They were designed in the shape of Mt. Peter and Mt. Paul. The two walkways that meet in the center of the Campus Commons represent the confluence of the North and South Thompson rivers.