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Indigenous community events, cultural exhibits, and gatherings are your chance to learn traditional practices and skills from cultural ambassadors and thriving Indigenous communities.

Arts & Culture

The Art of Cowichan Knitting

When most people think of Indigenous art in Canada, they usually conjure up thoughts of tall, weathered totem poles bearing the likenesses of...

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Heritage Sites, Places to Go

Living Legends: Because our Land is Beautiful

The Okanagan Song, created by Delphine Derickson (Westbank First Nation) and Herman Edward (Lower Similkameen Indian Band), is shared by all...

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Fishing, Wildlife Tours

Living Legends: Respect, Responsibility, Balance

The health of the land, animals, and people are connected: "We were raised as stewards. We were raised under the principle of Yahguudang, which...

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Heritage Sites, Museums

In Northern BC, Learn About the Gitxsan

In the 1800s, European settlers went up the river to Gitanmaax, where the Gitxsan people lived nestled in their village between the junction of...

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Culinary & Wellness, Outdoor Adventure, Places to Go, Arts & Culture, Events, Wildlife and Nature, Accommodation, Transportation

Everything is Connected

We support those Indigenous communities and businesses who are open or are planning to receive visitors. We respect those who decide to remain...

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Arts & Culture

The Drum: Heartbeat of Indigenous Cultures

For Indigenous Peoples in present-day British Columbia, drums are more than communication tools and musical instruments.

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Fishing

Living Legends: The Teachings of the Salmon

Our latest Living Legend shares how not only does the salmon provide food, but it also offers wisdom to those who approach it with respect.

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Arts & Culture

Indigenous Reading for Reconciliation–and Enjoyment!

Here are some of many fiction and non-fiction literary works by Indigenous, available at bookstores and online.

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