In the Media
Here are some recent stories about our work and related happenings in the media.
A new village is opening on northern Vancouver Island to bring home generations of people who were forced to leave their homes over 60 years ago
Hotel Equities and We Wai Kai Nation break ground on a 102-room Four Points by Sheraton in Campbell River, BC, set for spring 2028 opening under Marriott’s brand
https://www.hotel-online.com/news/hotel-equities-and-we-wai-kai-nation-break-ground-on-four-points-by-sheraton-campbell-river-on-vancouver-island
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Wei Wai Kum First Nation breaks ground on new waterfront hotel in Campbell River
Wei Wai Kum First Nation breaks ground on new waterfront hotel in Campbell River
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The economic development wing of the K’ómoks First Nation on mid-Vancouver Island announces purchase of 40 Knots Winery and Events Centre in Comox
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/komoks-first-nation-40-knots-winery-9.7371300
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“Impacts of Tariffs on First Nations”
https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/trade-war-first-nations-impacts-9.7319755
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We Wai Kai Guardians supporting owl research in the territories
https://thetyee.ca/News/2026/06/09/Pursuit-Tiny-Owl-Nicknamed-Brad-Pitt/
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The need for Guardian funding remains essential: Dallas Smith
Guardian programs are investments in our future — but Canada’s investment in them is uncertain
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Uncertainty as sun sets on federal Guardian funding
https://www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/27/news/indigenous-stewardship-federal-funding-cuts
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Wei Wai Kum First Nation helps steer north Island wind-energy project
https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/first-nation-helps-steer-north-island-wind-energy-project-11728437?utm_source=Email_Share&utm_medium=Email_Share&utm_campaign=Email_Share
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