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cowichan tribes covid racism
Cowichan Tribes members share stories of COVID-19-related racism

Here are three Quw’utsun teachings to help get all of us through this crisis.

The story of Sheshuq’um, the monster at Octopus Point

Perhaps Sheshuq’um is just a misunderstood character, an untamable animal, a force of nature.

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The story of Q’ise’q and Quamichan Creek

This is a story, a sxweim, a tall tale with magic and power beyond any mortal person.

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What’s the First Nations history of Shawnigan Lake?

'This lake has a story that is rooted in our oldest legends, our creation stories.'

Cowichan first nation ceremony
What were those people in regalia doing?

This question is a gateway to the world of Cowichan culture.

Mount Prevost Swuq'us
The ancient story of Swuq’us

How Mount Prevost got its name.

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How did Mount Prevost get its name?

The mountain defines the Cowichan landscape, and it has carried more than one name.

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Who was Chief Tzouhalem?

This is the story of the man and the legend that gave Mount Tzouhalem its name.

This picture of the figures at Xwaaqw'um, on Salt Spring Island, reminds me of the changes that are taking place all over. The male and female figures make me think of parents waiting for their children to come home. Photo by Jared Qwustenuxun Williams/The Discourse
One year after missing and murdered report, where do we stand?

I asked strong some of the strong hwulmuhw that I know to reflect on where Canada is at on reconciliation.

battle at maple bay
What happened at the great battle at Maple Bay?

In the mid-19th century, a fierce battle brought together Coast Salish people against a common enemy.