Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation's naaสuu
๐ง๐น๐ฎ-๐ผ-๐พ๐๐ถ-๐ฎ๐ต๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐๐ ๐ก๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ปโ๐ ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฎส๐๐ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฟ๐ป๐ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ถ๐ป ๐ง๐ผ๐ณ๐ถ๐ป๐ผ
naaสuu comes from a Nuu-chah-nulth word that translates to โcome togetherโ and โfeast.โ
Youโre invited to experience this cultural event series, now entering its 2nd year, at the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation-owned Best Western Plus Tin Wis Resort in Tofino.
Your evening begins as you enter a Tla-o-qui-aht-inspired art immersion. Enjoy a traditional-inspired dinner and be immersed in Tla-o-qui-aht culture through performative storytelling, dance, song, and art.
Following the Nuu-chah-nulth principles of his-shuk-nish-tsa-waak (we are all one), naaสuu welcomes everyone to come feast together.
Limited tickets are available now for the three-hour event, running May 24 to June 29:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/welcome-to-tofino-tla-o-qui-aht-first-nations-naauu-tickets-795442418687
๐ต Singer: Gene Antoine
๐ Tin Wis Resort, located on Tin Wis Beach about five minutes from downtown Tofino, BC.
๐ฅ Ben Giesbrecht / ZenSeekers
Spirit Bear Lodge
SPIRIT BEAR LODGE
๐Klemtu
Grizzly Bear / Spirit Bear Tours | Cultural Tours | Guided Hiking | Boat Tours
Spirit Bear Lodge offers transformative wildlife and cultural tours and cozy oceanfront rooms in the heart of The Great Bear Rainforest with local Kitasoo Xaiโxais guides. After a stunning boat ride to the lodge, guides share intimate knowledge of their Traditional Territory and exclusive opportunities to view whales, sea otters, grizzly bears, and other marine life. Enjoy an evening in the Klemtu Big House, hike local trails, and lovingly prepared meals and home-made snacks.
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A visit to an immersive Indigenous experience provider in BC transforms your travel with an opportunity to participate and take a seat in the circle that celebrates Indigenous Peoples, lands, and cultures: https://www.indigenousbc.com/Indigenous-destinations-bucket-list
๐ฝ๏ธ Spirit Bear Lodge
The River is the People
Monty Stevens sees the Kispiox River change people. He has spent his life on the great Skeena and Kispiox Rivers and invites you to drift in beauty on waters that are home to a dynamic people, great grizzlies, and soaring eagles.
Read more about his journey here: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/living-legends-the-river-the-people
Salmon Burger on Bannock | Salmon n' Bannock Bistro
๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ฑ ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐ ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ผ๐ฝ๐น๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐ด๐ฒ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ป ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ผ๐ฝ๐น๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐ด๐ฒ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ, ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ ๐น๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ป ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ผ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ.
Eating is education; every dish and technique at Salmon n' Bannock Bistro in Vancouver contains Indigenous cultural knowledge.
๐ฒ Learn More: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/experiencing-culture-through-food
Only Good Things
"Fill your heart full of good things" - smudging is the ceremonial tradition of many Indigenous cultures.
It cleanses your mind, body and soul.
Here Tanner Francois, of the Secwepemc Nation, demonstrates how smudging connects the physical, emotional, spiritual and cultural well-being of our existence.
Read more: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/living-legends-only-good-things
Honouring Our Ancestors
A traditional powwow dancer for thirty years, Mike Retasket honours the ancestors through movement. Each dip and hop on the grasslands is his way of saying thank you to the ones who came before; each feather he wears is a designation of responsibility to those who are yet to come.
Read more about his journey here: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/honouring-our-ancestors
As we look back to all the special #IndigenousBC moments we shared together, we are so grateful for all of it!
โจ Happy New Year and see you in 2024โจ #OurStoryYourExperience
Explore the Salish Sea with ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฎ๐น๐ฐ๐ผ ๐ช๐ถ๐น๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ & ๐๐๐น๐๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐น ๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ through the Discovery Islands and Bute Inlet - the traditional territory of Homalco First Nation. Experience spectacular wilderness with Indigenous history and North Americaโs most sought-after wildlife including whales, grizzlies, black bears and eagles. Learn about the Homalco First Nation, their connection to the land and wildlife, and become immersed in the beauty of the inlet.
๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ต๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ด๐ต ๐๐ฎ๐น๐น, ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐น๐น ๐ฅ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ.
๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฐ: https://homalcotours.com/
Talaysay Tours
๐Vancouver + Sunshine Coast
Share a cultural experience this holiday with a Talaysay Tours Walking Tour in Stanley Park, Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast or purchase their App for your very own self guided tour on-site or from the comforts of your home.
๐ฒ Visit https://www.talaysay.com or email [email protected] for more information
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Video: Talaysay Tours
Paul Nattral | Mr Bannock
Paul Natrall, owner of Mr Bannock celebrates and takes part in the decolonization of Indigenous food culture by educating others and interpreting modern cuisine through an Indigenous lens.
๐ฒ Learn More: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/stone-smoke-clay
Haida Style Expeditions
๐ Haida Gwaii
The health of the land, animals, and people are connected: โWe were raised as stewards. We were raised under the principle of Yahguudang, which translates to โrespect for all living things,'โ says James Cowpar of .
Learn More: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/respect-responsibility-balance
Haida Style Expeditions
๐ Haida Gwaii
The health of the land, animals, and people are connected: โWe were raised as stewards. We were raised under the principle of Yahguudang, which translates to โrespect for all living things,'โ says James Cowpar of .
Learn More: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/respect-responsibility-balance
Haida Style Expeditions
๐ Haida Gwaii
The health of the land, animals, and people are connected: โWe were raised as stewards. We were raised under the principle of Yahguudang, which translates to โrespect for all living things,'โ says James Cowpar of .
Learn More: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/respect-responsibility-balance
๐10A Front St, Alert Bay ๐ Tuesday - Saturday 12pm - 4:30pm Culture Shock is Indigenous-owned and operated and rooted in the rich traditions of the โNamgis people. Cedar, silver, and abalone are the mood in this Alert Bay gallery. โ๏ธ Be sure to grab a coffee and enjoy the ocean view from the deck! ๐ฆ๐ต๐ผ๐ฝ #IndigenousBC ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ: indigenousbc.com/stories/responsible-wishlists
Tofino's new Tsawaak RV Resort and Campground
๐ Tofino
Tsawaak RV Resort
"Adventure awaits at Tsawaak RV Resort โ whatever it means to you. Whether youโre settling into one of our Cabins or parking your RV, thereโs nothing but good times ahead at this remote, laid-back outdoor haven. Enjoy private access to Mackenzie Beach, quick travel times to the islandโs most popular hikes and attractions, and the best part? Nature at your doorstep, every morning."
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๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ป๐ด, ๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ + ๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐๐ป๐ณ๐ผ: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/Indigenous-Camping-RV-Cabins
๐ฅ Mike Dandurand | ZenSeekers with Tla o qui aht Tribal Parks
Immersive #IndigenousBC destinations and experiences are expansive and transformational. Augment your reality with an Indigenous point-of-view and see old places with new eyes. With immersive Indigenous destinations, everything around you presents an opportunity for learning, culture, and experience. Step out of ordinary time and daily routine with Indigenous hosts around British Columbia: indigenousbc.com/Indigenous-destinations-bucket-list
Xwisten Experience Tours & Bearfoot Grill in Lillooet
(closed for season, reopens in spring 2024!)
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The drum is one of the oldest communication tools.
It was used for two-way communication long before the advent of the telephone and sends an immediate message to anybody who can hear it.
For the Indigenous peoples of present-day British Columbia, drums are more than communication tools and musical instruments; they are tools for a lifelong connection to and relationship with all living things and the Creator.
๐ฒ Learn More: indigenousbc.com/stories/the-drum-heartbeat-of-our-indigenous-cultures/
Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is an opportunity for each of us to recognize and commemorate the devastating legacy of Canada's residential institutions. Today and beyond, we encourage BC residents and travellers to reflect, learn, and connect with the diverse and living cultures of Indigenous Peoples: First Nations (status and non-status), Inuit, and Mรฉtis in this province.
Seek firsthand experiences and meaningful education to inspire your learning and ensure that this never happens again. Participate in a conversation, visit a cultural centre, or attend an event in your area. Stand for truth and reconciliation with active learning and direct action.
Here are more ways you can effect change:
1. Observe and participate in Orange Shirt Day. Wearing orange is a simple gestureโa visual cue and an easy action to keep reconciliation alive.
2. Know whose land youโre on. Educate yourself and look for ways you can support the rights, wellness, and economy of Indigenous communities.
3. Be a sensitive, respectful, and grateful traveller.
4. Discover your call to actionโtoday is dedicated to creating opportunities for Canadians to honour residential institution survivors, their families, and communities.
5. Educate yourself. Learn more by attending online and in-person events, and by reading key documents and Indigenous literature.
6. Donate to support residential school survivors and invest in Indigenous economies.
https://www.indigenousbc.com/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-2023
Indigenous British Columbia Bear Viewing
๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ข๐จ๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐ฅ ๐ฉ๐๐๐ช๐๐ก๐: ๐๐ก๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐ง๐๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐จ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ฆ ๐ข๐ ๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ฆ
Seeing the great bears of the Pacific Northwest is not an everyday occurrence for most and the essential BC experience for many. It is a journey that requires planning and the guidance of local Indigenous guides who can lead you into the pristine sanctuaries of grizzly bears and the wealth of the forests and waters that are their home.
Indigenous guides ensure safety and respect for guests, bears, and the environment with boat access into sacred spaces just outside the rush of modern life.
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๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐บ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ-๐๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฏโ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฝ๐๐น๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐: https://www.indigenousbc.com/stories/indigenous-bear-viewing
