Before colonization, ‘Vancouver Island’ residents were wandering the mountains. So were the marmots

https://thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/vancouver-island-marmot-teaches-about-human-history

#VancouverIslandMarmot #conservation #history #Komoks #Indigenous

Vancouver Island marmot remains teach us about human history – The Discourse.

The Vancouver Island marmot species is nearly extinc, but K'ómoks First Nation and the Marmot Recovery Foundation are uncovering its history.

The Discourse.

Amazing and rare archeological discovery on the K'ómoks traditional territory this spring! Lots to learn from these ancient tools. https://komoks.ca/press-release-rare-3800-year-old-archaeological-wet-site-uncovered-in-komoks-territory-during-cultural-heritage-excavations/

#Komoks #archeology #Indigenous

Press Release: Rare 3,800-year-old archaeological wet site uncovered in K’ómoks territory during cultural heritage excavations - K'ómoks First Nation

Press Release: Rare 3,800-year-old archaeological wet site uncovered in K’ómoks territory during cultural heritage excavations

K'ómoks First Nation

Vote for the ratification of the K'ómoks Treaty and K'ómoks Constitution on March 8, 2025. Enrolment is open until vote day to all K'ómoks members and eligibile members. Learn more here: https://komoks.ca/

This is a historic moment and I wish prosperity and success to the K'ómoks First Nation. Well done! 😊

#Komoks #SelfGovernance #Indigenous

Home - K'ómoks First Nation

We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory.

K'ómoks First Nation

I took this photo last week in Xwee Xwhya Luq (pronounced Zway Why Luck) on the traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation. Good spot to see seals watching us from the water.

#SalishSea #Komoks #photography #seascape

#MountainMonday - This glacier is called Queneesh (White Whale) and is on the unceded traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation. We can see it from anywhere in the Comox Valley. The valley is nestled between a mountain range and the Salish Sea. You can learn more about the K'ómoks First Nation here: https://komoks.ca/
I took this photo last week while snowshoeing.

#Komoks #ComoxValley #Queneesh #photography

Home - K'ómoks First Nation

We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory.

K'ómoks First Nation

This Saturday come to the Christmas Craft Fair at the K'ómoks First Nation Community Hall! I will have copies of my new book Wild Vancouver Island and beautiful prints. There will be many talented artists and artisans, food, music, kids table, and door prizes!

#Komoks #ComoxValley #ChristmasFair #ShopLocal #BuyLocal

K’ómoks First Nation artist Andy Everson honoured with award: https://www.comoxvalleyrecord.com/local-news/komoks-first-nation-artist-andy-everson-honoured-with-award-7645139

Congratulations to Andy Everson! I love his work.

#Komoks #AndyEverson

K’ómoks First Nation artist Andy Everson honoured with award

The ceremony will be held on Nov. 19

Comox Valley Record

Spirit Walk in the Comox Valley. Everyone welcome. Register at the Florence Filberg Centre to receive a map of the predetermined walking route.

#TruthAndReconciliation #SpiritWalk #Komoks

Centuries-old Pentlatch fish trap panel connects K’ómoks, Qualicum people to their ancestors

The 550-year-old Pentlatach fish trap showcases ancient innovation while highlighting the importance of Indigenous communities preserving their own history

The Discourse.

Bringing Salmon Home to Kus-kus-sum - Project Watershed is restoring a critical habitat and helping to return the land of a former sawmill back to the K’ómoks First Nation.

https://www.thetyee.ca/Presents/2024/07/15/Bringing-Salmon-Home-Kus-kus-sum/

#KusKusSum #Komoks #KomoksFirstNation #VancouverIsland

Bringing Salmon Home to Kus-kus-sum | The Tyee

Project Watershed is restoring a critical habitat and helping to return the land of a former sawmill back to the K’ómoks First Nation.

The Tyee