Transboundary Tour Launch!

Hey Ktunaxanin̓tik and all salmon lovers!

You are invited to a roster of events to celebrate the Transboundary Tour Launch of Bringing the Salmon Home.

On May 24-25, 2024, these events are designed to promote ceremonial, cultural and technical exchange between our Initiative and allies along this One Great River.

You are welcome to attend any of the events, and here is the schedule.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

10am – Bringing the Salmon Home Mural Reception
Columbia Lake Recreation Centre, ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation, 3050 Highway 93/95, Windermere, BC

12-Noon – Ceremonial Salmon Fry Release *water conditions permitting
James Chabot Provincial Park, Athalmer, BC

4pm – Community Dinner for members of Nations
Columbia Valley Centre, Invermere, BC


SATURDAY, MAY 25

11am - 6pm Bringing the Salmon Home Transboundary Tour Launch
Raven's Nest, Highway 93-95, 4 km north of Fairmont Hot Springs,

· Enjoy presentations, cultural performances, traditional games
· Bring food items, crafts, goods to trade & barter
· Salmon Feast dinner provided!

--> Ktunaxanin̓tik artisans!

If you are interested in having a booth for bartering or selling your goods, please contact Clifford, (below.)

If you have any questions, please contact your Nation organizer:

Clifford Dorion, Ktunaxa Indigenous Knowledge Coordinator E: clifford.dorion@ktunaxa.org | m: 250-946-6488

Syilx Okanagan Outreach & Engagement Organizer Billie Jean Gabriel E: billiejeangabriel@outlook.com | M: 778-257-6306

Secwépemc Outreach & Engagement Organizer Valerie Michel E: crt@shuswapnation.org T: 250-318-6310