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Week 4: Indigenous Knowledge
Luschiim's Plants Authors: Luschiim Arvid Charlie, Nancy J Turner Traditional Indigenous Foods, Materials and Medicines Respected Cowichan Tribe Elder and botanical expert, Luschiim Arvid Charlie, began his education in early childhood, learning from his great...
Week 3: Books Adapted into Other Media
Indian Horse Author: Richard Wagamese SynopsisSaul Indian Horse has hit bottom. His last binge almost killed him, and now he’s a reluctant resident in a treatment centre for alcoholics, surrounded by people he’s sure will never understand him. But Saul wants peace,...
Week 2: Myths & Legends Storytelling
People of the Land: Legends of the Four Host First Nations Contributors: Aaron Nelson-Moody, Debbie Sparrow, Deborah Jacobs, Gary Fiegehen, Johnny Abraham, and Zach George SynopsisThe sacred legends of the four host First Nations, the Lil'wat, Musqueam, Squamish and...
Week 1: Graphic Novels
Red: a Haida manga Author: Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas Synopsis Red: A Haida Manga is a ground-breaking title published by Douglas and McIntyre and written and illustrated by Haida artist and activist Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas. Combining the art styles of Haida...
Castlemain establishes a national presence
Indigenous co-ownership & leadership continues under president Rob McPhee The Castlemain Group, a leading advisory firm serving Indigenous nations, communities and peoples, today announced a new partnership with Argyle, one of North America’s largest independent...
Our Guide to Indigenous Events in Vancouver – April & May 2022
WHAT TO SEE April 21 - 24 - Coastal Dance Festival Produced by the Dancers of Damelahamid in partnership with the Anvil Centre, the 15th annual Coastal Dance Festival (CDF) brings Indigenous artists together to share and support one another in a celebration of...
Territories We Visited in 2021
Being with our clients in their communities and territories is one of the biggest highlights of our work. 2021 gave us the chance to (safely) return to several Nations we serve. We want to share with you some of the amazing places our team visited this year, and...
6 Gift Ideas from Indigenous-owned Businesses
Make your holiday purchases from Indigenous-owned businesses this year to support Indigenous Entrepreneurs, Artists and Communities. Here are some items to get excited about: Turtle Island Hoody Black The Turtle Island Hoodie in Black by Section 35 is a...
Our guide to Indigenous events in Vancouver this month
Our guide to Indigenous events in Vancouver this month 12 February, 2020 February 20UNYA Fundraiser - Root Dwellers presents: MzShellz, Caitlin Goulet, Dakota Bear Root Dwellers is fundraising for the Urban Native Youth Association with partial proceeds going towards...