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A Nationally Significant Work of Art at BSS
Art has the power to transcend time, build connections across cultures and define institutions. Today, we are thrilled to share a transformative moment in the life of BSS: our new stained glass window in the Chapel is complete – a bold, sector-leading work of art that places our school on the national cultural map.
Three years ago, our Head of School, Angela Terpstra, envisioned a lasting work that would honour Indigenous voices, deepen learning and reflect our school’s values. That vision is now a powerful reality. This remarkable installation affirms the school’s commitment to reconciliation and its position as a leader in education.
Alumna Leslie BOYD '75 helped lead the effort. Leslie, an expert who spent more than 40 years working with artists in Kinngait, Nunavut, connected us with acclaimed Inuit artist Ningiukulu “Ning” Teevee. Ning's drawing was brought to life by master glassmakers Norbert Sattler and Sue Obata. The window tells the Inuit legend of the Owl and the Raven – a story of patience, transformation and wisdom. Ning’s work has been exhibited at the National Gallery, the AGO, the McMichael and Canada House in London. Now, BSS joins that list.
We are deeply grateful to our incredible community of Annual Fund donors who, along with the family of Grace PEEBLES ’15, made this possible. We lost Grace far too soon, but her passion for the Chapel, social justice and the Canadian North is reflected in this extraordinary work.
This window is more than a piece of art; it is a powerful symbol of collaboration and cultural learning for BSS and the wider community. Our faculty are currently developing meaningful ways for students to engage with the piece and connect it to their curricular learning. We will also formally unveil the window during Truth and Reconciliation Week, with a commemorative plaque to honour the artist and donors.
Explore the links below to learn more about the talented team behind the creation of the stained glass window:
