The SX̱OLE (Reef Net Fishery) as an Everyday Act of Resurgence

The SX̱OLE (Reef Net Fishery) as an Everyday Act of Resurgence

Support our journalism. Become a Patron!
January 8, 2018
 

The SX̱OLE (Reef Net Fishery) as an Everyday Act of Resurgence

by Nick XEMŦ0LTW̱ Claxton
According to Western history, my people, the W̱SÁNEĆ People, have been living on their traditional territory on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf and San Juan Islands for many thousands of years. According to W̱SÁNEĆ oral history, our existence here goes back to the very beginning — to the time of creation. Embedded in the landscape, and expressed through our language, stories and place names are the laws, beliefs and teachings that were given to us by XÁLs (the Creator). This is an important consideration, because the way our ancestors viewed and related to the world in traditional times is very different from the way we view the world in contemporary times.

You must enter a password to read this article.

Password: 

Want Access? Become an IC Patron

We're fighting for our lives

Indigenous Peoples are putting their bodies on the line and it's our responsibility to make sure you know why. That takes time, expertise and resources - and we're up against a constant tide of misinformation and distorted coverage. By supporting IC you're empowering the kind of journalism we need, at the moment we need it most.

Support us Become a Patron
independent uncompromising indigenous
Except where otherwise noted, articles on this website are licensed under a Creative Commons License
Hosting by May First / People Link