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INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES – Welcome to Indigenous Communities. Here, we delve deep into the essence of Indigenous communities—their territories, nations, and confederacies—each carrying the weight of history, the spirit of resilience, and the hope for a future reclaimed. Our journey through explaining Native communities unfolds the layers of Indigenous identity, shaped by the lands stewarded by Indigenous people for millennia. The shadows of forced removal and assimilation, legacies of policies like the Indian Act of Canada, the Indian Removal Act, and the devastating impacts of residential schools still mark our communities today. These acts sought to sever our connections to our land, cultures, and ways of life, embedding challenges that persist into the present. Despite the adversity, our communities stand as beacons of strength and endurance, embodying Indigenous peoples’ resilience and unyielding spirit. Efforts like the Land Back Movement epitomize Indigenous peoples’ desire to reclaim physical territories and ensure our cultures, languages, and traditional practices live on for all future generations in our communities. It is a testament to the belief that healing from the injustices of the past involves more than financial reparations; it demands the restoration of our rights to live as sovereign peoples, connected to our lands and…
TERRITORIES
TERRITORIES – Generally, Territories refers to specific geographic areas historically used or occupied by Indigenous tribes, which may or may not align with contemporary governmental boundaries. These have occurred through a multitude of factors, including war, colonization, treaties, government policies, and general conflict. These territories are central to a people’s identity, culture, and practices. Tribal territories Territories are much more than just pieces of land. They are at the core of what makes each Indigenous community unique, including their culture, history, and way of life. These areas are home to their languages, important traditions, and stories that have been shared for generations. They are also important for nature, as these territories help care for many plants and animals. Territories are not definitive in their presentation by the designations created under the views of Federal (United States or Canada), individual States (U.S.), or Provincial (Canadian) governments. It is important to remember that these definitions and delineations of territories were generated by concepts foreign to the ways of life that guided Indigenous people throughout their understanding of the land that is Mother Earth. Recognizing the value of territories means seeing how important they are not just in the past but also in…
NATIONS
NATIONS – This signifies larger groups often united by common languages, cultural practices, and histories. In Indigenous contexts, a nation might encompass several tribes with shared cultural heritage or historical ties, managing its internal affairs and maintaining relationships with other nations and entities. Within these nations, every aspect of life—from spiritual beliefs to societal norms—is instilled with the wisdom of those who came before. These communities value their ancestral lands as sources of sustenance and sacred sites and as integral to their identity and sovereignty. ” Relationships with other nations and entities are navigated with a profound sense of responsibility and diplomacy. Indigenous nations aim to preserve peace, protect their territories, and uphold the rights and customs that define their way of life. This approach to living and governing underscores the resilience of Indigenous nations in the face of challenges, ensuring their culture, language, and heritage continue to thrive for future generations. It is important to remember that there are also instances of multiple bands or Nations of Indigenous territories that are each unique in their composition yet are still bonded to one another by the connections shared by languages, cultures, and many other factors. The Mohawk Nation embodies the…
CONFEDERACIES
CONFEDERACIES – Alliances formed between multiple Indigenous nations or tribes are foundational elements of Indigenous governance, woven into the fabric of their societal structures for centuries. These alliances, often established for reasons spanning mutual defense against external threats, political cooperation, and economic collaboration, serve not only as mechanisms for survival but as a demonstration of the deeply bonded nature of many Indigenous communities. A prime example of such alliances’ significance, and the most well-known, is the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, a model union of the Mohawk, Onondaga, Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, and later the Tuscarora nations. United under the guiding principles of the Kaienerakowa, or The Great Law of Peace, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy is an ideal example of collective governance and mutual respect. The Great Law of Peace lays the groundwork for a society where peace prevails over conflict, equity over inequality, and collective decision-making through the consensus of the people over the rule of the few. This way of life bolsters the Haudenosaunee’s strength and unity, showcasing Indigenous governance systems’ profound wisdom and forward-thinking. Prioritizing community welfare and the natural world demonstrates a governance model far more effective in fostering unity and well-being than the individualistic approaches found in Western models. Many…
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Yunesit’in Government
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Phone:
250-394-4295
Williams Lake
Website
Phone:
250-296-3507
Witset First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-847-2133
Wuikinuxv Nation
Website
Phone:
250-949-8625
Xaxli’p
Website
Phone:
250-256-4800
Xeni Gwet’in First Nations Government
Website
Phone:
250-394-7023
Yakweakwioose
Website
Phone:
604-858-1785
Yale First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-869-0013
Yekooche First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-562-0592
Wet’suwet’en First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-698-7307
Whispering Pines/Clinton
Website
Phone:
250-579-5772
Tzeachten
Website
Phone:
604-858-3888
Uchucklesaht
Website
Phone:
250-724-1832
Ucluelet First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-726-7342
Ulkatcho
Website
Phone:
250-742-3260
Union Bar First Nation
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Phone:
604-869-9930
Upper Nicola
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Phone:
250-350-3342
Upper Similkameen
Website
Phone:
250-292-8733
Wei Wai Kum (Campbell River) First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-286-6949
West Moberly First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-788-3663
Westbank First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-769-4999
Tsideldel (Alexis Creek) First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-481-3335
Tsideldel First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-481-3335
Tsleil-Waututh Nation
Website
Phone:
604-929-3454
Ts’uubaa-asatx
Website
Phone:
250-749-3301
Tsal’alh
Website
Phone:
250-259-8227
Tsawout First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-652-9101
Tsawwassen First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-943-2112
Tsay Keh Dene
Website
Phone:
250-562-8882
Tseshaht
Website
Phone:
250-724-1225
Tseycum
Website
Phone:
250-656-0858
Tl’azt’en Nation
Website
Phone:
250-648-3212
Tl’etinqox Government
Website
Phone:
250-394-4212
Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations
Website
Phone:
250-725-3350
Tla’amin Nation
Website
Phone:
604-483-9646
Tlatlasikwala
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Tlowitsis Tribe
Website
Phone:
250-923-7815
Tobacco Plains
Website
Phone:
250-887-3461
Toosey
Website
Phone:
250-659-5655
Toquaht
Website
Phone:
250-726-4230
Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-256-4204
T’it’q’et
Website
Phone:
250-256-4118
T’Sou-ke First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-642-3957
Tahltan
Website
Phone:
250-235-3151
Takla Nation
Website
Phone:
250-564-9321
Tk’emlups te Secwepemc
Website
Phone:
250-828-9700
Sts’ailes
Website
Phone:
604-796-2116
Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-440-5645
Stz’uminus First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-245-7155
Sumas
Website
Phone:
604-852-4041
Swah
Website
Phone:
604-792-9204
Snuneymuxw
Website
Phone:
250-740-2300
Soda Creek
Website
Phone:
250-989-2323
Songhees Nation
Website
Phone:
250-386-1043
Soowahlie
Website
Phone:
604-858-4631
Splatsin
Website
Phone:
250-838-6496
Spuzzum
Website
Phone:
604-863-2395
Sq’ewlets
Website
Phone:
604-826-5813
Squamish
Website
Phone:
604-980-4553
Squiala First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-792-8300
Stellat’en First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-699-8747
Skeetchestn
Website
Phone:
250-373-2493
Skidegate
Website
Phone:
250-559-4496
Skin Tyee
Website
Phone:
250-694-3517
Skowkale
Website
Phone:
604-792-0730
Skuppah
Website
Phone:
250-455-2279
Shxwha:y Village
Website
Phone:
604-792-9316
Simpcw First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-672-9995
Siska
Website
Phone:
250-455-2219
Skatin Nations
Website
Phone:
778-906-0223
Skawahlook First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-796-9129
Quatsino
Website
Phone:
250-949-6245
Saik’uz First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-567-9293
Samahquam
Website
Phone:
604-966-3722
Saulteau First Nations
Website
Phone:
250-788-3955
Seabird Island
Website
Phone:
604-796-2177
Sechelt
Website
Phone:
604-885-2273
Semiahmoo
Website
Phone:
604-536-3101
Shackan
Website
Phone:
250-378-5410
Shxw’ow’hamel First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-869-2627
Qualicum First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-757-9337
Oregon Jack Creek
Website
Phone:
250-453-9098
Osoyoos First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-498-3444
Oweekeno/Wuikinuxv Nation
Website
Phone:
250-949-8625
Pacheedaht First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-647-5521
Pauquachin First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-656-0191
Penelakut First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-246-2321
Penticton First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-493-0048
Peters First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-794-7059
Popkum First Nation
Website
Phone:
604-846-1988
Prophet River First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-773-6555
Nicomen First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-455-2514
Nisga’a Village of Gingolx First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-326-4212
Nisga’a Village of Gitwinksihlkw First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-633-2294
Nisga’a Village of Laxgalt’sap
Website
Phone:
250-621-3212
Nisga’a Village of New Aiyansh First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-633-2215
Nooaitch First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-378-6141
Nuchatlaht First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-332-5908
Nuxalk First Nation
Website
Phone:
250-799-5613
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