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Tsë lhts’ënc’il nec’igekh be yikh (Split Rock Healing House) is currently in development by Witset First Nation, and aiming to open in early 2025. More information will be updated here as we get closer to our opening.

  • Construction is well underway (see the Gallery for progress!), and we are developing operations through 2024 with an anticipated opening in Fall 2025.

  • It is a culturally safe place that provides holistic healing and support for youth who are seeking healing from trauma, addiction, or other challenges.

  • We are located on the Laksilyu Clan territory of Witset First Nation, on the beautiful shore of Takiga Lake. We are just outside of the main village area of Witset, BC, and a 30 minute drive north of Smithers, BC.

  • Tsë lhts’ënc’il nec’igekh be yikh is open to youth, ages 12-29 of ALL gender expressions who are seeking healing, support, and spiritual guidance. Different sessions will be tailored to ages within a 4-5 year range, each program adapted to suit the needs and ages of each group.

  • The length of stay is 3 months, however transition services for incoming youth begin before their stay and continue after. Aftercare is a vital piece of the healing journey - for one month, programming will continue for youth in their home environments in the form of virtual programming access, support groups, continued case management and counselling. The goal is to provide support and empower individuals to become increasingly more self-reliant while still providing them with the assistance they need to succeed in their home environments.

  • Intake is voluntary, and youth will be able to enter into the program without parental consent. Referrals can also be submitted by other organizations and youth services.

  • The building is designed to be fully accessible which allows us to cater to as many individuals as possible, from those with physical disabilities and sensory challenges to visiting elders.

    There is a lift provided in the building, and accessible counter heights, bedrooms, washrooms and hallways are considered throughout. Pathways on the site are also designed for accessibility to enable use by any and all.

  • We are located on Laksilyu Clan territory within Witset First Nation. The Laksilyu chose the name after a sacred rock near the site. As the Laksilyu matriarch, Christine William, explains, “this split rock represents a decision someone can make to either go one way or another way - the decision you make on this direction will be the outcome of your future.”

  • Click on each of the following to listen to the pronunciation

  • Tsë lhts’ënc’il nec’igekh be yikh is developed by and operated by Witset First Nation.

  • Yes! Visit the Careers page for more info.

    We are also currently developing a training program for community members to participate in training to achieve future employment at Tsë lhts’ënc’il nec’igekh be yikh. Stay tuned for more information on the training and positions that will be available.

  • As more information becomes available, we will update this site and post updates through Witset First Nation’s website and Facebook, in addition to our own (links below). You can also submit a contact form on the homepage of this site, or email info@splitrockhealinghouse.ca