Our enduring traditions and resilient spirit live on with our youth, our future generations. kwi hem̓í eḵ’ stélmexw á7aw̓t tl’a nímalh (The Future of Our Nation) features inspiring stories of strength and a commitment to passing down our history and culture.
huy chexw a (thank you) to each youth who shared how they are carrying on our traditions. Watch the videos below to hear them share their stories, in their own words.
wa tists’úḵwi7 (fishing)
Gavin
wa lulum (singing)
Kaylana
wa ch’etxw (wood carving)
Brandon
wa lhen̓t (weaving)
Jasmine
wk’éxwa7 (lacrosse)
Ben
wa ḵw’iyílsh (dancing)
Simone
an sch’ech’ew̓at tl’as wa xwúkxwstas ta spen̓em (very skilled in using plants)
Seraphine