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Author: Amy Romer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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Nations call for longer closure of ‘B.C.’ park to assess damage: ‘It’s time for Pipi7íyekw to rest’
Líl̓wat and N’Quatqua leaders say a provincial decision on ‘Joffre Lakes Park’ highlights broader issues around respecting Indigenous rights
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In Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, legal challenge fails to stop contentious floatel — but affirms women’s rights
Court rejects judicial review challenge by Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Elder and Youth. But as Woodfibre LNG applies for a second cruise-ship work camp, fears of gender-based violence remain high
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One year after scathing report into 11-year-old’s death, watchdog says not enough has changed
RCY says child welfare system has made some improvements — but not enough — after investigation into death of Indigenous boy in ‘B.C.’ foster home
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In Sheet’ká, Łingít fishers share herring harvests with a surprise influx of grey whales
An unprecedented surge of the massive marine mammals in ‘Alaskan’ waters has changed how humans interact with a vital yaaw fishery
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As politicians fast-track extraction, Coast Salish leaders stress economic vision: ‘We need to be in these rooms’
Leaders from xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səl̓ilwətaɬ spoke about the future of their territories — and need for meaningful participation — at Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event
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Amid a climate crisis, ‘Vital Signs’ documents the ‘relentless force’ of changing landscapes
The new exhibition at the Bill Reid Gallery features multimedia work from six First Nations artists touching on the personal and collective impacts of climate change
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‘Auntie, look!’: Sḵwx̱wú7mesh rekindles herring tradition as slhawt’ make a joyful return
After years of quiet, the nation is celebrating a reunion with the important fish — and all the teachings that come with it
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‘B.C.’s’ expected rent supplements for Youth from child welfare system not paid in more than a year, sources say
‘I’m not surviving,’ says Indigenous 20-year-old denied SAJE rental assistance who can ‘barely cover’ rent
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On the DTES, thousands gather to remember MMIWG2S+, call for justice: ‘Our hearts beat as one’
In photos: The 34th annual Women’s Memorial March brought many families together for a day of grieving, solidarity and advocacy
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‘B.C.’ child welfare workers lack crucial supports needed to do their jobs: RCY
Watchdog’s latest report calls for ‘immediate and sustained’ improvements to protect young people in government ‘care’