Surrey Joins Indigenous Canoe Journey for Healing & Unity

Surrey residents joined over 220 participants in the 2025 Pulling Together Canoe Journey, held July 6–13 across WSÁNEĆ territory on Vancouver Island. The week-long event brought together Indigenous communities, youth, police, and public service members to foster reconciliation through cultural exchange and shared paddling. Participants like Surrey’s Mera Dhillon described the journey as deeply emotional and transformative. With strong representation from Surrey leaders, including society president Linda Blake, the initiative continues to serve as a bridge between cultures. The 25th anniversary edition is planned for 2026 in the Vancouver area.