The Secwepemc Cultural Education Society (SCES) is a non-profit organization devoted to preserving and promoting the language, culture and history of the Secwepemc people. SCES was incorporated under the BC Societies Act on September 22, 1983, and is now governed by a First Nations Board of Directors with representation from thirteen bands of the Secwepemc Nation plus a representative of the Secwepemc Elders Council.

Vision Statement

The vision statement of the Secwsecwepemc is Met’eltwécw-kt Es Knucwetwécw-kt –
“Everyone come together to help one another.”

Mission Statement

The Secwépemc mission is to work in unity to have a living, thriving culture and language for spiritual balance, which sustains and honours our heritage. SCES does this through a variety of unique and innovative programs, services and institutions, which incorporate Secwepemc traditional knowledge, and affirms our spiritual and cultural values.