Teens

Book Discussion: "21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act"

Thank you for your interest in attending this event with Bob Joseph. This event is now full. 

Join us for an important North-Shore wide community conversation as we discuss 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act: Helping Canadians Make Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples a Reality, by Bob Joseph.

Based on a viral article, “21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act” is the essential guide to understanding the legal document and its repercussions on generations of Indigenous Peoples, written by a leading cultural sensitivity trainer.

This discussion will deepen our collective learning following the November 17 event, An Evening with Bob Joseph. NVDPL has 12 copies of the book. Place a hold through the online catalogue or look for a Speed Read copy at your local branch! 

If you have any questions, call your local library! 

For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. What you will need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for Zoom; or your smartphone/tablet.

Registration required. Register here with your email. We will send you a Zoom link in advance of the program. 

This event is presented in partnership with North Vancouver City Library and West Vancouver Memorial Library. 

Location: 

Zoom

Time: 

Saturday, November 28, 2020 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Audience: 

  • Teens
  • Adults

An Evening with Bob Joseph

 Thank you for your interest in attending this event with Bob Joseph. This event is now full. 
 
 
How much do you know about the Indian Act? Join your North Shore libraries for an evening with Bob Joseph, Indigenous relations expert and bestselling author of 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act, with moderator Alexander Dirksen.
 
Joseph will explain how Indigenous Peoples can step out from under the Indian Act and return to self-government, self-determination, and self-reliance—and why doing so would result in a better country for every Canadian. He will dissect the complex issues around truth and reconciliation and demonstrate why learning about the Indian Act’s cruel, enduring legacy is essential for the country to move toward true reconciliation.
 
 
Bob Joseph is a member of the Gwawaenuk Nation, is the founder and president of Indigenous Corporate Training Inc., which offers training on Indigenous relations to government and corporate clients. He’s also the bestselling author of  His chief name is K’axwsumala’galis, which, loosely translated, means “whale who emerges itself from the water and presents itself to the world.”
 
Moderator Alexander Dirksen is a proud member of Métis Nation BC. He has diverse experience as a researcher, facilitator, public speaker, and strategist.
 
 
Following this program, you can join us for a Book Discussion about 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act on Saturday, November 28 at 2:00pm. Learn more. 
 
 
For this virtual program, we’ll be using Zoom. What you will need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for Zoom; or your smartphone/tablet.
 
Register here with your email address. We will email you the Zoom link in advance of the program.
 
This event is presented in partnership with North Vancouver City Library and West Vancouver Memorial Library. 

Location: 

Zoom

Time: 

Tuesday, November 17, 2020 - 7:00pm to 8:15pm

Audience: 

  • Teens
  • Adults

Teen Writing Workshop with author Tanya Boteju

Join Tanya Boteju, author of Kings, Queens and In-Betweens for a virtual book presentation and creative writing workshop!

Tanya will share her journey of becoming a published author, lead participants through a series of writing exercises and give you time to share your work.

Tanya Boteju has taught writing in Vancouver for 17 years, where she has continually been inspired by the brilliant young people in her midst. She has English and Education degrees from UBC, a Master of Arts through Columbia University's Teachers College, and a Creative Writing Certificate through SFU’s Writer's Studio.

This program is presented in partnership with North Vancouver City Library. 

This program is being held on Zoom. 

Registration required. Register online or call 604-984-0286, ext. 8144.

Time: 

Friday, October 16, 2020 - 3:45pm to 5:00pm

Audience: 

  • Teens

Registration: 

Program

Teen & Adult Anti-Racist Book Club

Let’s bring our community together to explore the concept of anti-racism and help each other figure out ways to take concrete action towards a more equal society.

We have two titles to explore, and you can chose to read one or both! When we meet over Zoom on October 22nd we will share what we learned from the book(s) and what we’re thinking. We’ll talk about ways to take action and on November 18th we’ll come back together to share what we’ve done and plan for the future!

We will be exploring the titles This Book is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell (teen selection) and How to be Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi (adult selection). 

We will have copies of each book available to participants. Call 604-987-4471, ext. 8175 to ask a librarian how to obtain a copy.

We’re hosting this virtual program on Zoom. 

What you’ll need to attend: a computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam, or your smartphone/tablet.
 
Registration required. Register online or call 604-987-4471, ext. 8175 to receive a Zoom invitation to prior to the meeting time(s).

Location: 

Zoom

Time: 

Repeats every month on the 18 of November until Wed Nov 18 2020.
Thursday, October 22, 2020 - 6:00pm
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 - 6:00pm

Audience: 

  • Teens
  • Adults

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