Indigenous people have always gathered in celebration. While we are unable to gather physically this year, we can still connect in other ways.

We support those Indigenous communities and businesses who are open or are planning to receive visitors. We respect those who decide to remain closed for the safety of Indigenous communities, elders, children, knowledge keepers, and lands.

Indigenous tourism operators turn to online tools to share their knowledge and inspire your future travel with virtual tours and vacations.

Indigenous Peoples of BC are the stewards of this land. We have been entrusted with a deep connection to the lands, waters, and supernatural realms of our traditional territories.

February marks the 10th anniversary of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics, an event brought Indigenous cultures in Canada to a global audience.

Cooking with fire and steam underground is an ancient Indigenous cooking method that is groundbreaking in the modern Vancouver restaurant scene.

The Okanagan Song, created by Delphine Derickson (Westbank First Nation) and Herman Edward (Lower Similkameen Indian Band), is shared by all People of Okanagan Nation. It is an anthem sung in honour and acknowledges a profound responsibility to care for the land.

Cedar is the tree of life, and it is used by Indigenous people for protection, ceremony, and in daily life. Making a small, simple item such as a bracelet reminds us of the limitless physical and spiritual gifts of the land.

Before the appearance of stainless steel cookware and convection ovens and after the introduction of white flour and sugar, Indigenous people expressed and shared culture through food.

The health of the land, animals, and people are connected: "We were raised as stewards. We were raised under the principle of Yahguudang, which translates to 'respect for all living things,'" says James Cowpar of Haida Style Expeditions.

This itinerary features options for those looking for a short getaway from the city. Less than two hours east of  Vancouver, the lower Fraser River area is the traditional territory of the Coast Salish and Sto:lo people and has endless options to slow the pace and enjoy.

Our seventh Living Legends video, Sim'oogit Hleek (Dr. Joseph Gosnell), a distinguished Nisga’a leader and fluent language speaker, explains how origin stories often feature supernatural beings and places of supernatural power that convey traditional law and explain surrounding landforms.

This two-day itinerary features visits to Secwepemc hosts in and around Kamloops and experiences on the traditional waterways of Secwepemc’ulecw, including the South Thompson River.

Powwows are open to everybody. Historically, these Indigenous cultural celebrations of unity allowed all nations to come together, share cultures, and build relationships. Sit back and enjoy the hospitality and opportunity to learn about Indigenous cultures. You are now on Turtle Island.