Our Children Our Way congratulates UBCIC Grand Chief Stewart Phillip’s Historic Acclamation to a Tenth Consecutive 3-Year Term as President
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 07, 2025
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm – Musqueam Territory). Judy Wilson, Red Hummingbird, Our Children Our Way (OCOW) Knowledge Keeper and Advisor was present at the UBCIC 57th Annual General Assembly this morning, and witnessed Grand Chief Phillip being drummed in and honoured by the Chiefs Council, family and community members, and supporters.
Photograph: Red Hummingbird
“Grand Chief has championed the rights of BC Indigenous children and families for over 3 decades, before it was widely talked about and collectively supported,” said Red Hummingbird. “We are grateful to him for his leadership, steadfast commitment, and bettering the lives of our People, especially our children and youth.”
In a news release distributed by UBCIC earlier today, Grand Chief Stewart Philip was quoted:
“I am deeply honoured and humbled by the confidence of the UBCIC Chiefs Council in acclaiming me to a tenth term as President,” stated Grand Chief Stewart Phillip. “With the support of Joan and our family, I made the decision to continue this work because the challenges facing our people remain immense. We need to pour our hearts and souls into resolving the outstanding land question in B.C. We are in a time of profound crisis—climate change is devastating our lands, the opioid crisis continues to steal lives, and our people still face systemic racism, violence, and displacement. Now more than ever, we need strong, stable, and experienced leadership that stands firm in the face of these challenges. I remain committed to walking with our people and defending our inherent title and rights with humility, resolve, and love for our future generations. Lim Limpt.”
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For further comment, please contact:
Joni Conlon, Executive Director, Our Children Our Way Society