Elizabeth Quocksister (1925–81) had many roles in her life. She was a cultural teacher, a community leader, a dancer, a nurse, a photographer, a residential school survivor, and a mother of ten. Born on the Da’naxda’xw Nation on Knight Inlet on the centra
The pelt of a dog named “Mutton” languished in a drawer at the Smithsonian for 150 years until it was discovered, almost accidentally, by an amateur archivist. This book tells Mutton's story and explores what it can teach us about Coast Salish Woolly Dogs
Sqwéqwel’ Múta7 Sptakwlh: St’át’imcets Narratives by Qwa7yán’ak, published jointly by PNWLL Press and USLCES, is a volume of 18 narratives told by Qwa7yán’ak Carl Alexander, originally recorded in St’át’imcets (Lillooet Salish) over several years.
Wa7 xweysás i nqwal’úttensa i ucwalmícwa: He loves the people’s languages: Essays in honour of Henry Davis is a collection of essays inspired by the research and mentorship of Henry Davis
T̓sit̓sa̱k̓ala̱mes Ruby: Ruby’s stories is a collection of 18 stories in Kwak’wala told by Ruby Dawson Cranmer, including traditional legends, historical incidents, personal memories and an instructional text. As the first modern-day collection of Kwak’wa
In this story, Jen takes the class on an adventure to harvest sweetgrass. Sweetgrass is a traditional medicine plant for Mi’gmaq. The grass can be braided and given to friends and family. Mi’gmaq give thanks to the land before a harvest. How can you giv
What can you do to be a better ally for your Indigenous colleagues, community members, and friends? By actively listening to the history and current lived experiences of Indigenous peoples, you can take steps to address the inequities they continue to fac
Marks the first time this monumental cycle of ceremonial robes by the Haida artist Jut-Ke-Nay (The One People Speak Of) - also known as Hazel Anna Wilson - is viewable in its entirety.
I Love My Life is an essential and impactful children's book that promotes Indigenous culture and values while encouraging young readers to love their lives and build a strong foundation for a positive future. Dr. Eppinga hopes this book contributes to th
This is the story of Philomena (Lethéyxelwet) Fraser’s life journey. Philomena is a Coast Salish Elder from Cheam First Nation, British Columbia. From her life as a little girl, raised by her traditional aunties, grandparents, mother and father, she takes
In this story, Gus and Tom are upset. Miss Sam helps them smudge to feel better. Mi’gmaq burn sage and other traditional medicines to smudge. Smudging helps people let go of sadness and anger. What do you do when you are feeling sad?
The best way to learn about plants is through observing and interacting with living examples. Join Held by the Land author Leigh Joseph and her children in The Land Knows Me, an educational, hands-on journey to discover all the wonderful uses and gifts of
These essays have had a lasting impact on the study of the Northwest Coast, provoking argument and suggesting problems for research and hypotheses to test in both social anthropology and archeology. Other essays deal with Native knowledge, belief and art
The sun on your face. The smell of warm bannock baking in the oven. Holding the hand of someone you love. What fills your heart with happiness? This beautiful board book, with illustrations from celebrated artist Julie Flett, serves as a reminder for litt
Knowledge Within: Treasures of the Northwest Coast looks into seventeen of the numerous sites in the Pacific Northwest region with major collections of Northwest Coast material culture, bringing attention to a wide range of approaches to caring for and ex
The Sacred Tree, published by Four Worlds Development Project in 1984, was originally intended as a resource for Aboriginal communities involved in healing programs. Now in its 4th edition,
Curious about the previous inhabitants of the lake where her family has spent the summer for over one hundred years, author Shelley O'Callaghan starts researching and writing about the area. But what begins as a personal journey of one woman's relationshi
The totem pole forms the foundation for this unique and important oral history of Canada. Its goal is both toweringly ambitious and beautifully direct: To tell the story of this country in a way that prompts readers to look from different angles, to see i
As Indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin WallKimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds, she considers the ethic of reciprocity that lies at the heart of the gift economy. How, she asks, can we learn from Indigenous wisdom
A poetic, joyful celebration of the Lands and Waters asspring unfolds: we watch for Robin's return, listen for Frog's croaking, and wonder at maple tree's gift of sap. Grounded in Etuaptmumk, also known as Two-Eyed Seeing—which braids together the strengt
