Tse'k'wa Heritage Society

07/08/2026

Much love to our friends at Foundry Fort St. John for helping us pilot this amazing learning opportunity for local youth! ❤️

06/16/2026

The Archaeology Field School is a unique collaboration of traditional and scientific knowledge. It is also an opportunity for Tse’k’wa to raise awareness about the rich cultural history and ongoing reconciliation work at the site. Many thanks to CBC for helping us share these stories.

The Tse’k’wa National Historic Site hosted a field school this summ...

06/09/2026

The UNBC Archaeology Field School is part of a five year research collaboration with University of Northern British Columbia and Simon Fraser University. The program combines traditional Dane-zaa knowledge with archaeological science.

Read more from UNBC!

06/05/2026

UPDATE! VOLUNTEER FOUND!!! Thank you everyone!!

Volunteer opportunity! 🚗 Can you help us distribute posters for National Indigenous Peoples Day at Tse'k'wa 2026? We are looking for 1-2 volunteers with their own transportation to help hang posters on community bulletin boards. A list of locations will be provided. Call/text Alyssa at 250-224-7906

06/05/2026

Join us June 21st to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Tse'k'wa National Historic Site! The event is free to attend and everyone is welcome.

🦫 Doig River Drummers will kickoff the event
🥣 Free soup and bannock lunch
🦴 Archaeology displays with the 2026 UNBC Archaeology Field School
🌿Self-guided tours of the cave

There is FREE parking and shuttle running from the Charlie Lake Pub (12984 Jackfish Frontage Rd, Charlie Lake). Parking at Tse’k’wa National Historic Site (12629 Butte Lane, Charlie Lake) is reserved for elders and accessible visitors only that day

Share the FB event link below! https://www.facebook.com/share/1CzxUTg8oD/

04/29/2026

We are still accepting applications from local indigenous individuals for the 2026 UNBC Archaeology Field School at Tse’K’wa National Historic Site, running May 11 – June 22, 2026! Spaces are limited - apply today!

Program Highlights:
🪏 Hands-on archaeological training: excavation, survey, mapping, and lab work.
🪶 Learning from Dane-zaa Knowledge Keepers about cultural history and traditions.
🫎 Participation in Doig Day (May) and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21).
🔬 Exposure to both archaeological science techniques and traditional technologies.
🦫 Opportunities to bridge Traditional Knowledge and Western Knowledge.

Eligibility & Costs:
Open to local Indigenous participants.
Participants must be available for the full 6-week program.
No costs to attend -- tuition and fees are covered through ISET funding.

Camp Life & Schedule:
6-week on-site camping at Tse’K’wa (tent and sleeping bag; RVs not permitted).
Participants help with meal prep, equipment, and site maintenance.
Sundays are generally rest days.

How to Apply:
Indigenous applicants can apply through Tse'k'wa (www.tsekwa.ca)
This is a unique opportunity to gain university-level archaeology experience while learning about and honoring Dane-zaa culture.

Please share this with anyone who might be interested or would benefit from participating.

04/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Join us on June 21st for National Indigenous Peoples Day at Tse'k'wa! We are currently seeking volunteers and sponsors to help make this event a success. If you or your company may be able to contribute, contact Alyssa at 250-224-7906

04/04/2026

Looking for a free outdoor activity for the family this weekend? 🐰 The sun is shining and the trail to the cave is freshly cleared! Tse’k’wa is open daily 9am-5pm for self-guided tours.

04/04/2026

Tse’k’wa’s recent win at the BC Tourism Industry Conference has been highlighted in Northern Development Initiative Trust’s April newsletter!

Celebrating the people and projects turning funding into real results across Northern B.C. 🎉

Our latest newsletter highlights the success of funded proponents and the communities they’re strengthening.

Inside you’ll find:
🤝 Julie Maitland: Second-generation Board member joins the Trust
🏆 Small Town, Big Win: The Para Cup in Dawson Creek Earns National Recognition
🎖️ Northern B.C. Takes Home Top Tourism Honours
⛷️From Investment to Impact at Caledonia Nordic
👥 Meet the Team: Eric Yuan

Explore the full stories here:
https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/newsletter/april-2026/