From kindergarten to Grade 7, every student left their mark on École Franco-Nord’s new Indigenous mural

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“You’re going to head out into the world,” Gouchie said of the salmon metaphor, “but there’s something in you that will often bring you home again.”

From kindergarten to Grade 7, every student left their mark on École Franco-Nord's new Indigenous mural

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Younger students were included too. Gouchie brought in a rock-painting activity based on Indigenous teachings about spirit, respect, and story. She says this approach works for any age. The painted rocks are now part of the mural display.

Principal Nancy Guthier says the project was about more than just creativity. Indigenous content is part of the curriculum, and Guthier wanted the school’s space to reflect the nation.

“It’s important for everybody, students, staff, the people who come into our community to be aware of the presence of Lheidli T’enneh Nation in our school,” she said.

Gouchie, who has worked in schools for three decades and has grandchildren of her own, said she found an unexpected sense of connection at a school where she doesn’t speak the language.