Events
The Confluence
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The Confluence · Knowledge exchange
Inspiring bold pathways forward
A gathering of Indigenous artists, activators, and cultural leaders.
Storytelling · panels
Year-round
Always free
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A meeting of ideas
The Confluence is a knowledge-exchange gathering bringing together Indigenous innovators and activators.
Through storytelling, they reveal how Indigenous worldviews inspire their work — in culture and community — keeping us connected beyond the summer festival season.
Deep listening
Cross-disciplinary
Free to attend
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Upcoming session
What's next
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Nov 2026
The next Confluence
Our next knowledge-exchange gathering is coming in 2027. Featured speakers, artists, and the host location will be announced closer to the date.
Sessions are free to attend, in person and streamed — so you can take part wherever you are.
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Speaker highlights
Storytelling that stays with you
The Confluence gathers Indigenous artists, activators, and cultural leaders to share how Indigenous worldviews shape their work. Speakers are announced ahead of each session, with portraits, Nations, and short bios.
It's a format built for deep listening — where a story can open a new pathway forward.
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Past events & recordings
Explore the archive
Missed a session? Recordings, photo galleries, and stories from past Confluence gatherings live on beyond the day.
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More than a conversation
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Creates opportunities for deep listening and storytelling.
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Amplifies Indigenous leaders in arts and culture.
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Encourages collaboration and new creative connections.
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Engages community beyond the summer festival season.
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Keep exploring
Our other gatherings
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The Festival
A free celebration on the land
Three days of contemporary Indigenous music, art, and culture — our biggest gathering of the year.
Explore the Festival →
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Movable Feast
A festival that moves with the people
Free music and cultural gatherings brought directly into Indigenous communities across B.C.
Explore the tour →
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The Melawmen Space
Nurturing collective learning
Creative and cultural workshops held in host communities before each Movable Feast.
Explore the Space →
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Help keep these spaces open
Your support helps us continue to create spaces for Indigenous voices, ideas, and cultural exchange.
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