Many Indigenous languages have been nearly or completely lost due to colonial policies and practices, but one Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) speaker and knowledge keeper is changing that.
How much do you know about the Squamish people on whose land we reside? The Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw, (Squamish people and Nation) are Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest Coast. The traditional ...
Squamish Nation is looking to fill positions on its Language Commission which is tasked with protecting and guiding Squamish Language for the next generations. This includes education initiatives like ...
In 2010, there were just 10 fluent Sḵwx̱wú7mesh sníchim speakers, according to figures from the Squamish Nation. Now, hundreds of people are actively learning the language. The Early Edition’s Lisa ...
In a classroom at Simon Fraser University’s Vancouver campus, Swo-wo Billy, Charlene George and Jonny Williams speak casually in the Squamish language about their weekend plans. This slice-of-life may ...
New storytime kits at a North Shore library are helping people of all ages learn the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish language) in a fun way. The West Vancouver ...
The latest in ongoing efforts to revitalize and protect Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish Language), the Ta na wa Ns7éyx̱nitm ta Snew̓íyelh (Language & Cultural Affairs) department at Sḵwx̱wú7mesh ...
CBC's The Early Edition is going live with the Squamish Nation on Friday for a day of stories, music and special reports. Hosted by Stephen Quinn, the special episode will connect with people keeping ...
The Squamish Nation is proposing to officially change the name of Mount Garibaldi to its traditional Indigenous name, Nch’ḵay̓. Councillor Wilson Williams says it submitted an official request to the ...