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iN VIDEO: 'In their silence, they woke the world': Squamish Nation releases powerful video
June 24, 2021 - 5:30 AM

“In their silence, they woke the world” – these powerful seven words are spoken at the end of a short video released by the Skwx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) this week to remember the many lives lost and impacted by residential schools.
Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively donate $250K to Canadian Indigenous mentorship program
March 03, 2021 - 2:00 PM

Vancouver’s favourite celebrity couple have made a very generous donation toward supporting the mentorship of Indigenous post-secondary students across Canada.
Eyewear collection with Indigenous flair named after B.C.’s top health officials
January 27, 2021 - 9:00 PM

A philanthropic eyewear brand that incorporates Indigenous art into its designs has just launched a new collection to “pay homage to British Columbia’s top health officers.”
This unique holiday gift guide supports Indigenous businesses across B.C.
December 10, 2020 - 5:30 AM

With the holiday season in full swing, Indigenous Tourism BC is encouraging people to think outside the box when it comes to buying gifts this year.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
Following are a collection of reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the first week of November 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability. Got something you want to add? Send an email to editor Marshall Jo

Popular spots to enjoy ramen in Okanagan, Kamloops
Fall is here and the weather is turning colder so many are turning to comfort foods in the Okanagan and Kamloops. A warm, hearty soup is a definite go-to during the chilly seasons and one particular style, ramen, is becoming more and more p

Marijuana legalization fails in Florida as numerous states approve citizen voting amendments
A costly campaign to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida failed Tuesday and California voters took a step toward tough crime laws as voters in dozens of states weighed more than 140 measures appearing on the ballot alongside races for pres

Big jump for Central Okanagan real estate listings, but sales still way down
Real estate sales in the Central Okanagan have started to pick up with the September to October increase in listings the largest in more than 20 years. However, while nearly 60% more property sold last month than in October 2023 sales remai

iN VIDEO: 'In their silence, they woke the world': Squamish Nation releases powerful video