On December 15, 2025, School District No. 83 officially became School District No. 83 (K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw).
K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw, means that we are all connected, the people (quelmúcw), the land (tmicw), the water (séwllkwe), and the animals (mescén̓), on Secwepémc land. The meaningful name, was gifted to us by the Adams Lake Indian Band, Neskonlith Indian Band, Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl’ecw, and Splatsin, as the inherent rights holders of this beautiful place
Learning to say our new name is an important step in honouring the language, culture, and relationships that connect us to the lands and communities we serve. We invite students, staff, families, and community members to learn the pronunciation of K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw by watching the videos below. Through listening and practice, we can all become more familiar with the name and its meaning.
Learn about the District's new name: K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw School District No. 83
Learn how to say the name: How to Say K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw with Knowledge Keeper Donna Antoine
We encourage everyone to take a few moments to watch, listen, and practice saying K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw as we continue our learning journey together.
