Monthly Archives: February 2025

You're invited to the Community Meeting on the Proposed National Marine Conservation Area Reserve What: 11 Nation Communities Session on National Marine Conservation Area Proposal. Who: 11 Nations from W̱SÁNEĆ to Sneuneymx are working to take up and take back our roles, responsibilities and authorities over our shared lands and waters. Where: Arbutus Ridge Golf Club: 3515 Telegraph Rd, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L4 When: Friday, February 28th from 9 am to 4 pm *Limited space. RSVP required Each Nation is managing their own attendees Honoraria and transport are available. Tsartlip and Tseycum Members, contact marla.sampson@wsanec.com to reserve your spot [...]

Indians Plan Legal Fight On Goldstream    A legal battle looms between Indian bands and the city over the proposed transfer of 700 acres of Goldstream property by the Greater Victoria Water Board to the Provincial government for park development.    Chief Thunderbird, otherwise known as Jean Baptiste Paul, of Brentwood, who claims the land belongs to the Indians, said today legal action will be taken if the transfer plans go ahead.    Chief Thunderbird, who achieved fame as a wrestler in the United States and Europe, said the Indian claim to the land is supported by the Tsartlip, Saanich and Malahat bands. [...]

The winners for the Goldstream Surveys that were drawn this week are: Jacqueline Jim Will Morris Paul Sam The cheques for $100 each will be ready for pick-up this Friday, February 14. RECENT POSTS How are we doing? Leave Us Your Feedback Here

Event Postponed Due to weather and safety concerns, the event originally scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon. The PKOLS Naming Celebration & Sign Rededication honors the restoration of the mountain’s traditional name and its deep cultural significance to the WSÁNEĆ people. HÍSW̱ḴE

Sign up now for a bow hunting course this Saturday, February 8th! 🤗🏹 TIMES: 5:00-6:30pm or 7:00-8:30pm (time slot will be assigned based on age and experience) There are currently 5 spots still available, sign up through this form: Sign-Up Form RECENT POSTS How are we doing? Leave Us Your Feedback Here

The W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council Open House is coming up! 🤗🗣 Date: Thursday, February 13th Location: W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Office (800 B Stelly X Rd) Time: 1:00pm-6:00 pm Enjoy food and door prizes as we answer your questions! RECENT POSTS How are we doing? Leave Us Your Feedback Here

Due to weather and safety concerns, the PKOLS Naming Celebration Ceremony & Sign Rededication, originally scheduled for February 11, 2025, is now postponed. A new date will be selected for this important celebration and will be posted to the WLC website. Please stay tuned to wsanec.com for further updates. HÍSW̱ḴE

WLC Women’s Gatherings Create Space for Healing and Connection W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) partnered with Sharing Medicine Bundles and the University of Victoria to host two successful women’s gatherings in 2024, providing a safe space for women in the community to share traditional knowledge across generations, build lasting relationships, and heal on the land. The first gathering took place on April 13th and 14th at W̱SÁNEĆ College. Recognizing that conversation flows more freely when hands are busy, the gathering centred around tactile workshops, including a beading workshop led by Joni Morris, an art workshop by Brianna Bear, a wool-weaving [...]