Jasmine B. ’21, Kaye's (Norman Wells, NWT)

"My mother came from Deline, a very small community up north. Her opportunities were very limited because Deline is very remote, and all they had access to was the resources that were around them. So, her opportunities were more tied to the land and building her future and a sustainable job that was offered there. My experience as a girl today is very different from that of my mother's. My possibilities are greater because of being at Shawnigan. Being around so many people from so many different places really helps to expand your perspective. There are also many activities offered here, from sport to fine art and so many different classes, and I think compared to what it was like for my mom when she was growing up, I have more opportunity to reach my full potential because of being here."