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Where no woman walks alone: Focus on healing and fun at the 2019 NTC Women’s Gathering
Dozens of Nuu-chah-nulth women of all ages arrived at the Nanoose Bay Pentecostal Church campground for three days of self-care and fun times together May 8-10.
Women of all ages and most Nuu-chah-nulth nations were represented; some young women were there with their mothers or…
Provincial funding helps west coast communities with tourism infrastructure projects
A recent funding announcement from the provincial government is not expected to make life any cheaper for those living on the west coast.
But Bob MacPherson, the chief administrative officer for the District of Tofino, believes residents should be welcoming news the B.C. government is…
Eagle Teachings end with historic gift to RCMP
A week of Nuu-chah-nulth teachings concluded at the Tseshaht Longhouse on Friday with an unprecedented gift of eagle feathers to the Port Alberni RCMP detachment.
A box of feathers from eagles - which hold a sacred place in the Nuu-chah-nulth world - were presented by School District 70…
Program fosters brotherhood and mentorship for Ahousaht’s next wave of men
With more than half of its on-reserve population under the age of 25, the future of Ahousaht belongs to the young.
And nearly 500 people in the Flores Island community of about 1,100 are under 15, according to a report from the First Nation that was sent to the B.C. Joint Standing…
New Partnership increases Tyee Ha’wilth management control over Huu-ay-aht hahulthi
The Huu-ay-aht First Nations (HFN) and Western Forest Products (WFP) have entered into an historic, mutually beneficial partnership made possible through provisions of the Maa-nulth Treaty.
Huumiis (means cedar in Nuu-chah-nulth language) Ventures Limited Partnership (HVLP) has been…
Malaria, dry heat and 56-student classes: Tla-o-qui-aht man teaches English in Africa
Simon Tom jr. took his mother Margarete Tom's advice by taking a job overseas to teach English at a primary school.
Sponsorship for the 25-year-old’s trip was provided by Victoria-based Videa International Youth Internship Program, the International Aboriginal Internship Program and…
Gathering Our Voices lights up athletic hall
This week hundreds of youth from First Nations across British Columbia converged in Port Alberni for Gathering Our Voices, an event organized by the B.C. Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres for 14-24 year olds.
On the second day of the proceedings hundreds filled the Alberni…
Ahousaht wrestler gearing up for national tournament
Abigail Titian is rather pleased that she listened to the advice of a friend a few years ago.
Titian, a 16-year-old Ahousaht First Nation member, took up the sport of wrestling three years ago. She is now preparing for her first national tournament. She will compete in both the freestyle…
Overstressed medical system leaves many Nuu-chah-nulth elders underserved
There are 28 general practitioners working in Port Alberni, as listed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Serving the Alberni Valley’s population of over 25,000, this works out to one family doctor for every 900 residents.
It’s an indication of an innately…
Huu-ay-aht elder enters Order of Canada
After being named to the Order of Canada in 2018, Huu-ay-aht elder Marjorie White received recognition and honour at the Accreditation Ceremony in Quebec on Tuesday, Feb. 12.
“Marjorie White’s wisdom reaches far beyond the Huu-ay-aht First Nation,” Governor General Julie Payette said, as…
Back in court for fishing rights: Leaders call on Trudeau to honour reconciliation
On the first day of court proceedings in a case over aboriginal fishing rights, Nuu-chah-nulth leaders and their region’s MP are calling on Justin Trudeau to honour his commitment to Canada’s Indigenous peoples.
Today marks the first of five scheduled days for the B.C. Court of Appeal to…
Sayers receives Order of Canada appointment in Ottawa
After being named to the Order of Canada over a year ago, Judith Sayers finally received the recognition on Friday at a ceremony in Ottawa.
The Hupacasath member and current president of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council was formally appointed to the Order of Canada in Rideau Hall on Feb…