
Use the Space
Learn how you can use Totest Aleng as an Indigenous cultural practitioner.
Your space to resource
Totest Aleng is yours to use as an Indigenous cultural practitioner. We welcome all proposals and questions. Contact us to begin a discussion. Use the space to:
- Run a public workshop
- Run an invite-only workshop
- Host a private gathering or public event
- Share your knowledge
Run a workshop
Use the studio or open-air pavilion for your next public workshop. Beyond the space and being compensated for your time and expertise, we will take care of registration and promotion on our website, social media, e-newsletters and sometimes the City of Surrey Recreation Guide.
We are honoured to have hosted workshops led by Semiahmoo First Nation artist Joan Williams, Kwantlen author Joseph Dandurand, archaeologist Don Welsh, Quw'utsun artist Charlene Johnny, Katzie First Nation healer Deanna Miller, artist James Groening and Métis artist Sheila Lowe.

Coast Salish Painting Workshop
Quw'utsun artist Charlene Johnny taught a workshop about how to make your own Coast Salish-style painting in July 2024.

Cedar Weaving Workshop
Semiahmoo First Nation artist Joan Williams held a sold out cedar weaving workshop at Totest Aleng in March 2024.

Beading Workshop
Need details

Plant Walk
Healer šxʷne:m Deanne Miller led a plant walk program in Elgin Heritage Park in July 2023.
Host an event
An open and welcoming space, Totest Aleng is an inspiring place to gather. In 2024, Kwantlen artist Natache Gabriel held Matriarchs in the Park, featuring Kwantlen Matriarchs, Hazel Gludo, Carla Carr and Fern Gabriel. Other events have included an Indigenous Christmas Market and a Family Day Métis dot art event.
If you would rather join an existing event, Totest Aleng also annually co-hosts Spring Fest and Harvest Fair in partnership with Historic Stewart Farm.

Markets
Totest Aleng is a perfect setting for indoor/ outdoor markets.

Elgin Heritage Park
When hosting an event, you may also use the park grounds.

Spring Fest
Totest Aleng and many vendors took part in Spring Fest 2024.
Contact
Address
13723 Crescent Road
Surrey, BC
We are located within Elgin Heritage Park beside the Stewart farmhouse.
Hours
Explore events at Totest Aleng to know when to visit.
Elgin Heritage Park is open from dawn to dusk.