Join host Dan George in this enlightening episode of "Reconciliation Road" as he welcomes Dr. Dave Schaepe, Director & Senior Archaeologist of the Stó:lō Research and Resource Management Centre at Stó:lō Nation. Dr. Schaepe takes us into the heart of the S’ólh Téméxw Stewardship Alliance (STSA) Pilot Agreement, a groundbreaking initiative in collaborative land stewardship and shared decision-making.

With over 35 years of experience in archaeology, anthropology, and cultural heritage research, Dr. Schaepe offers invaluable insights into the unique aspects of the STSA Pilot Agreement, the first of its kind in British Columbia. He discusses the key factors that led to the agreement, the challenges faced, and the practical approaches developed to overcome these obstacles.

Dr. Schaepe also explores how the adoption of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) has influenced the agreement's development and implementation. He shares his experiences with the consensus-seeking, shared decision-making model adopted under the agreement and reflects on the concept of "Lets'emó:t" (one heart, one mind) and its impact on the collaboration.

Don't miss this compelling conversation with Dr. Dave Schaepe, as he shares the remarkable journey and transformative potential of the S’ólh Téméxw Stewardship Alliance. Thank you for listening to "Reconciliation Road."