More matching funds roll in for Unist’ot’en!
It’s been a week of astonishing generosity: hundreds of donors from around the world have pitched in to support Unist’ot’en as they go to court to defend traditional Wet’suwet’en territory. Now, as we reach an amazing $50,000 milestone, a new matching funds donor has come forward. This donation will allow RAVEN to match donations and... Read More
Secwepemc win motion for elders to give oral history evidence as a group
photo by Paul David Shea/courtesy of Photographers Without Borders We congratulate Stk’emlupsemc te Secwepemc Nation on setting this important precedent even before the main hearing in their title case! In his decision, Justice Patrice Abrioux of the BC Supreme Court allowed “panel deposition” testimony of four Secwepemc elders. Unlike the usual proceedings in the Canadian... Read More
#TeamOcean: This World Oceans Day make a splash for Heiltsuk Coast Protectors!
June 8 is World Oceans Day! Between the federal government’s expected re-approval of TransMountain on June 18th, and the Senate unwillingness to pass Bill C-48 — the north coast tanker ban — we know there’s a lot of work to be done when it comes to ocean protection. But: as we take stock, we can also take courage. Because... Read More
Prince Rupert screening of #RavenPeopleRising
Join RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) and Skeena Wild for a lively discussion on the future of the Pacific Coast and the powerful resistance and leadership of Indigenous Peoples in shaping our common future. We’re excited to be hosting Megan Humchitt, Heiltsuk Tribal Council, who will be joining a panel discussion following the... Read More
Terrace, BC pulls with Heiltsuk Nation
Join RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) and Skeena Wild for a lively discussion on the future of the Pacific Coast and the powerful resistance and leadership of Indigenous Peoples in shaping our common future. We’re excited to be hosting Megan Humchitt, Heiltsuk Tribal Council, who will be joining a panel discussion following the... Read More
7 Generations Now! UVIc stands with Heiltsuk Nation
University of Victoria screens #RavenPeopleRising May 28 We’re excited to be working with the fabulous Katherine Cook, who has stepped up to organize a screening of our latest documentary short, Raven People Rising, on May 28 at UVic. RSVP and spread the word here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2023000254465733/ Katherine is leveraging our sophisticated but simple online fundraising tools.... Read More
Bandidas Taqueria Earth Day Fundraiser
A sidewalk festival and student art show/fundraiser with Bandidas! WHERE: BANDIDAS TAQUERIA, 2781 COMMERCIAL DRIVE WHEN: SUNDAY, APRIL 28TH 2019, ALL DAY / NIGHT (9:00AM UNTIL MIDNIGHT) As a business, Bandidas are committed every day to choosing environmentally sustainable practices, and Earth Day has always been an important day for increased action on these core... Read More
SFU Hosts an Evening with Heiltsuk Coast Protectors in Vancouver
Join RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) for a lively discussion on the future of the Pacific Coast and the powerful resistance and leadership of Indigenous Peoples in shaping our common future. Walas giaxsixa (thank you) to Steven Hall, Simon Fraser University Labour Studies Program, and Kendra Strauss. We’re excited to be hosting Megan... Read More
Mateada Lounge hosts “Raven People Rising” for an evening about herring, orcas + a healthy ocean
Herring feed Chinook. Chinook feed Orcas. This connection and the protection of Herring populations off the coast of B.C. cannot be overlooked. Join us for an evening to deepen your understanding of precious Herring and learn about what the Heiltsuk Nation is doing to uphold an unbroken lineage of teachings that powerfully connect people to... Read More
NADA Zero Waste Grocer Stands with Heiltsuk Coast Heroes!
Join the NADA team in-store as they host RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) for a film screening & lively discussion on the future of the Pacific Coast and the powerful resistance and leadership of Indigenous Peoples in shaping our common future. The Heilstuk Nation upholds an unbroken lineage of ancestral teachings that powerfully... Read More