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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.

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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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Places to Go, Hotels, Motels, & Lodges

Salmon Teachings at the Esk’et Sqlelten

In the Pacific Northwest Coastal region – from Vancouver, British Columbia to Portland, Oregon – the tiny house movement in building reflects...

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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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Outdoor Adventure

Living Legends: Sacred Places and Supernatural Beings

Our seventh Living Legends video, Sim'oogit Hleek (Dr. Joseph Gosnell), a distinguished Nisga’a leader and fluent language speaker, explains how...

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Arts & Culture

Introducing The Living Legends Series

The Living Legends series documents stories of living Indigenous peoples who dedicate themselves to the resurgence and revitalization of...

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Powwows, Places to Go, Arts & Culture

Share a memorable Indigenous cultural experience with your family and friends: Explore the Powwow Trail

Powwows are open to everybody. Historically, these Indigenous cultural celebrations of unity allowed all nations to come together, share cultures,...

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Powwows

Share a memorable Indigenous cultural experience with your family and friends: Explore the Powwow Trail

Powwows are open to everybody. Historically, these Indigenous cultural celebrations of unity allowed all nations to come together, share culture,...

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Bear Watching, Places to Go, Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Accommodation

Gilakas’la! Welcome to Northern Vancouver Island

“We’re headed up Island… all the way north.” I was exchanging travel plans with another harried parent at gas station just outside of...

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Outdoor Adventure

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 translates to 'respect for all living things,'" says James Cowpar of Haida Style Expeditions.

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Restaurants & Eateries

48 Hours: East of Vancouver in Agassiz, Chilliwack & Langley

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.

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Food & Wine

Haida Gwaii Unguided: 72 Hours on the Edge of the World

Experience the art, culture, food, and natural wonder of Haida Gwaii from an Indigenous perspective as a guest on the traditional territory of the Haida.

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Outdoor Adventure

Living Legends: Sacred Places and Supernatural Beings

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.

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Restaurants & Eateries

48 Hours Around Kamloops: Canoe Journey, Secwepemc History, and Resort Relaxation

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.
Merritt-Kamloops-Chase-Barriere Secwepemc|Syilx|Nlaka’pamux

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