"The Skeetchestn Indian Band, a First Nation whose traditional territory is located west of Kamloops has had parts of their territory near Cache Creek burned in the massive fire. As a result of sites uncovered by the fire, the search has yielded artifacts conclusively dated to 6,500 to 7,000 years ago and some might be as old as 10,000 years old which are a valuable part of Skeetchestn's cultural heritage."
"The Sto:lo year follows the lunar year. The dates change from year to year. Before the coming of the white man the Sto:lo people of the Fraser Valley had names for the months and the seasons. In Upper Sto:lo dialects of the Halq'emeylem Language the year, syilolem, began around the month of October. Fall was called temhilalxw, winter was temxeytl' - cold time, spring was temqw'iles - time for things to come up, and summer was temkw'okw'es - hot time...."
"As a Health and Wellness Partner to First Nations individuals, families and communities in BC, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) has created this Daily Organizer, to support community members to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We are all on an individual wellness journey. On your journey, keep health and wellness in mind as you plan your daily, weekly and monthly activities. ... What Goals would you like to achieve this year in terms of your personal health and wellness? ... A great way to set goals in these areas is to ask yourself what you would like to achieve this year in terms of your physical activity, healthy eating, nurturing spirit, and respectful tobacco use? ... use the journal pages every day to monitor your goals and reflect on any changes you need to make in order to further support your success."
"The Salish ... constructed and lived in what were once the largest structures in North America. These Native peoples inhabited this Pacific Northwest location since the end of the Ice Age, and relied on the bounty of natural resources to sustain their relatively peaceful lives. The Salish Sea was home to thousands of Natives, identified as tribes in the United States, and as First Nations in Canada. They thrived due to the existence and abundance of two primary resources: salmon for food, and cedar trees for shelter. This shelter consisted of immense houses, constructed entirely out of wood. It was a simple structure, with a rectangular floor plan, plank walls and a shed roof. This shed roof, plank house structure was the most prevalent shelter constructed by the Natives in the entire Salish Sea area, and existed in every village."
"This educator's package presents the traditional way of life of the Coast Salish people. The information encourages students to examine artifacts from the Glenbow Museum's collection and connects them to other cultures, communities and environments from within Canada."
"According to Geordon Omand of the Canadian Press, road building crews near Pitt Meadows, about 20 miles from Vancouver, came upon a 450-square-foot platform made of flat stones packed tightly into single and double layers. Archeologists called in to assess the site determined that it was a wetland wapato garden. In the past, the area was covered in shallow water and silt. The stone platform was constructed to prevent the tubers from rooting too deep, making it easier to pull them out of the muck."Lizzie Wade at Science reports that researchers pulled up 4,000 wapato tubers from the platform, as well as pieces of 150 wooden digging tools, carved into shapes similar to a trowel. Those materials were dated to around 1,800 BC making the site roughly 3,800 years old and the oldest evidence of people cultivating wild foods in that area of North America.
"Coyote's Crazy Smart Science Show is an adventures-in-science series that encourages youth to explore the fascinating world of science – from an Indigenous perspective. Explore and find out more alongside our Science Questors, who learn how cool science is as they observe, ask questions, and learn from Indigenous scientists and other role models. This is FUN scientific investigation that brings our beautiful and complex universe alive. With humour and curiosity, dive into sky, water, dirt and cosmos with all kinds of brilliant Indigenous role models as guides. Contemplate the big concepts, like the science of music, math concepts, sustainability, and how the rocks are our Grandfathers. And don't forget Coyote! Our favourite trickster is there to ask questions, challenge, and help to see things in different ways.
"First Peoples: A Guide for Newcomers aims to fill the need for clear information in simple language about the First Peoples in Vancouver. It introduces newcomers to three important topics: who are Aboriginal people (or First Peoples) in Vancouver and Canada; a brief overview of the relationship between the Government of Canada and First Peoples; and current initiatives and ways for newcomers to learn more about Aboriginal people in the community.
"The Royal Canadian Geographical Society has boldly taken a step to address the truth with the creation of this atlas, which will help balance the historical record with other perspectives and missing pieces of history. The atlas will be a powerful educational tool for all Canadians, affirming the Métis Nation, the Inuit and the First Nations, while helping Canadians and the world learn more about the true history of Canada."The remarkable resiliency of the Métis Nation is a testament to the strength and determination of our ancestors. We honour their strength with the pride and tenacity with which we hold on to our culture, our values and our rights as a founding people of Canada. Here, more of our story is told...
