Holding Space for Community
SFU Public Square holds space for SFU and its communities to learn together and work towards equitable and sustainable solutions to our world's complex challenges.
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Upcoming Events
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Sovereignty First: Tackling the White Possessive in an Era of ‘Collaboration’
Euro-Western institutions claim to be uplifting and celebrating Indigenous peoples and ideas more than ever, yet reconciliatory and recognition-based frameworks still undermine Indigenous sovereignty. This event will unpack the 'white possessive' disguised as collaboration to maintain its control over Indigenous lands, relations, and existence.
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Spotlights: Misinformation and the Overdose and Opioid Crisis
We're teaming up with Science World for a thought-provoking panel discussion on addressing misinformation surrounding the overdose and opioid public health emergency in B.C. Our expert panelists will delve into the latest research, scientific insights, and community-based learnings to address common misconceptions and foster informed dialogue.
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Featured
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This too, belongs
By Janet Webber
In the back to school tradition of the ‘what I did this summer’ essay, SFU Public Square's Executive Director has written a blog reflecting on a special journey of coming home she took this August. This personal piece reflects on her experience at a meditation retreat, the lessons she learned, and how she will carry them with her into the fall.
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