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HAPPY AS A CLAM AT…. WELL, ANY TIDE

First Nations-led, Nanwakolas Council-supported revitalization of ancient loxiwe (clam gardens) is leading to cultural connection and establishment of sustainable and predictable food sources.   “I’m very traditional with my clams. I like them boiled with lots of garlic butter,” jokes Wei Wai Kum archaeologist Christine Roberts. “Yes, garlic butter for sure,” agrees We Wai Kai...
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Staying Safe, Getting Things Done
How Nanwakolas Council is working during COVID-19   Earlier this year—like every other organization in British Columbia—Nanwakolas Council was faced with the challenge of how to keep working while ensuring we are doing our best…
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Cedar Tree Climate Story Published by CBC
We are happy to report that the Ha-Ma-Yas Guardian cedar tree climate change story has been published on CBC’s Unreserved! “Vancouver Island First Nations aim to tighten protections on cultural red cedar” Read the full…
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COVID-19 Update
Please note that only essential visitors are permitted in our offices at present: we recommend you call in advance to check if you are uncertain.
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A Togetherness of Guardians
The 2019 annual gathering of the Ha-ma-yas Stewardship Network involved watershed planning, “deep time” archaeological surveys, eDNA, the ICO, story-telling, karaoke and more. A gathering on Quadra The latest gathering of the Ha-ma-yas First Nations…
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Guardian Watchmen Gather on Quadra Island
Stewards from northern Vancouver Island and beyond had a week of knowledge sharing and capacity building at Hakai’s ecological observatory. In May on Quadra Island, the Hakai Institute was proud to host a gathering of…
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Career Pathways Guidebook
Getting a job isn’t necessarily a difficult thing to do; there are many jobs that go unfilled in our communities. But how do you find not just a job but a career that puts groceries…
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Helping the Kelp
The giant and bull kelp plants that grace British Columbia’s waters are not only beautiful to look at; they are important indicators of the province’s coastal ecosystem health. First Nations Guardians are part of the…
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