is 100% owned by the Yaqan Nukiy People also known as Lower Kootenay Band of Creston, BC. The purchase in 2015 returned this important site to its traditional stewards, and we bring a unique First Nations identity to this popular destination. Authentic Indigenous art is showcased throughout the property. Imagine waking up in the comfort of your well-appointed guest room, knowing a relaxing soak in warm mineral water is only steps away! We welcome you to book a stay in our new Yaqan Nukiy Suites, built in a style and décor that honour the history and traditions of the Yaqan Nukiy People. Indulge with a massage at the Spirit Water Spa to infuse natural healing and relaxation into your stay. The Ktunaxa Grill features fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared in a fusion of flavours with Indigenous elements. Our Executive Chef and talented team are happy to share their passion for food with classic and innovative techniques; try specialities such as Saskatoon Berry Cured steelhead and Free-Run Elk Escalope. We continue to strive for excellence and look forward to making your hot springs experience like no other.

spruce tip maple tea, and nibble homemade bannock. Experience unique Aboriginal games like leg wrestling, pole push and wood sawing. Listen to traditional songs and join in the drumming. You step into another world with this year-round, family run business at Teepee Village in the small First Nation’s community of Ndilǫ (population 200), near Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories. Summer cultural trips take place on the shores of Great Slave Lake, the 10th biggest lake in the world. While in winter, you get to experience a teepee perched atop the frozen lake, stomp through snow on wooden snowshoes with leather lashings and drive on an ice road. “What I enjoy most is seeing satisfaction in our guests. We teach them something about our culture and they leave happy. The more we teach them, the happier they are,” says AuroraTours.Net co-owner Rainer Erasmus. “And when they leave happy, we’re happy.” The company’s fall and winter’s star attraction is the spectacular aurora borealis, eerily shifting and shimmering across Northern skies. Small, intimate groups head out on late-night aurora hunting expeditions, stopping at secluded viewing spots away from town lights. “Even when the weather is really cold, we make sure everyone is having fun,” says Erasmus, who has Dene and Danish ancestry. “And we’re always sure to get our guests back to their hotel by 2 a.m. They just love it. No one has ever left disappointed.”

dinner of bison stew and bannock. Aurora Village is located on the Ingraham Trail near Yellowknife, in Canada’s Northwest Territories, join us in our Teepee Village for an unforgettable adventure. By day, enjoy the village as a winter wonderland, meet our happy, friendly dog sled team and learn about how important these animals are in the arctic conditions, and see the love and respect our community has for our dogs. Hop into a sled and enjoy the excitement of a ride with our dogs over a frozen lake and forest trails. Strap on traditional wooden snowshoes and explore the back trails through the forest next to the Teepee Village. Spoil yourself with our ‘V.i.Teepee’ treatment; a Canadian Signature Experience. Enjoy a three-course meal in a private teepee and watch in comfort as the brilliantly beautiful Aurora dances across the northern sky. Taste traditional foods with a modern touch such as locally caught Great Slave Lake Whitefish or Slow Roasted Smoked Bison Prime Rib. We offer airport and hotel pick up, plus winter clothes rental, just relax and enjoy the magic of the arctic with people who know it best.

chats around the fire. Visitors can stay in a teepee, a prospector’s tent, a log cabin, a Mongolian yurt or a shaputuan.

of those who know this land the best. Travel by snowmobile and join a guided tour of North West River and Nain on a thousand-kilometre trip viewing the soaring Mealy Mountains, Kaipokok Bay, hundreds of islands and the Labrador Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Along the way learn more about the unique Culture of Central Labrador, the Innu and Nunatsiavut Land. Enjoy a multi-day adventure and observe the Traditional local seal hunt and learn contemporary harvesting methods, snowshoe the Upper Lake Melville trails before relaxing in a sauna, watch the Northern Lights shimmer overhead. Whizz over frozen lakes mushing a dog sled; take a snowmobile ride at night; visit local Cultural museums and meet artists and artisans. Feast on traditional food by the fire and enjoy the age-old traditions of live music. Try the fun and freedom of off-roading in a utility amphibious Fat Truck vehicle. Explore and experience the magical natural beauty of this land from polar bears and icebergs to the tundra and glacier-rounded mountains. Contact Gordie to create a bespoke multi-day or one-day tour experience.

Park. Found in the beautifully renovated Oliver Exchange Building, this is the perfect place to pick up a delicious picnic for park goers who are looking to dine outdoors.

echoing the traditional tipi. Only 20-minutes from downtown Saskatoon, discover your oasis in the refined comfort of our pristine accommodations, be inspired by gorgeous views of unspoiled nature, gather and connect in our state-of-the-art convention space, and enjoy a multitude of unique services and activities.

adventure of your own to discover the hidden nooks and crannies of coastline or join one of Eagle Talon’s knowledgeable team to take a few lessons or go out on a guided tour. As well as kayak rentals and sea-going supplies, Eagle Talon Adventures also serve up a whole slew of delicious eats. Sustain your energy for the day ahead with a waffle cone ice-cream, and custom-blend, locally roasted Elephant Cage coffee. Browse must-have merchandise and clothing on your visit, and chat with the team to learn about some of Haida Gwaii’s best places and can’t-miss natural phenomena.

a hands-on, authentic immersion into the music, food and folklore of the world’s biggest Mi’kmaq community of Eskasoni,” says Sandra Macdonald, the band-run company’s Tourism Manager. “The Eskasoni community of 4,500 people is very enthusiastic about sharing views of Mi’kmaq life.” Set along a 2.3-km trail around Goat Island on Cape Breton’s tranquil Bras d’Or Lakes are a series of “stations” manned by passionate band members. Learn to make your own “four cent” cake – the popular snack created from leftover dough fried in lard – over an open fire. Learn insights among traditional hunting and fishing practices. Get up and try the koujua dance alongside a lady in a “jingle dress” whose rows of small metal cones make a tinkling sound as she moves. Practice your drumming. Listen to music. Play the ancient game of waltes and discover the practice of heating a tipi with glowing-hot rocks from a fire. At a reconstructed trading post, hear the stories of how Europeans once exchanged medicine and tobacco for pelts and hides. “The immersion is delivered with much love and dedication to Mi’kmaq culture,” says Macdonald. “We encourage visitors to take their time and ask lots of questions.” The roughly 3-hour experience finishes with tea and warm Mi’kmaq luskinigan, a warm bannock bread baked in an oven, delicious with jam or molasses. Then, it’s off to the gift shop for a handmade memory of your day to take home.

West End neighbourhood. Owner Christa’s passion for food and community stems from her home, garden and heart which is found throughout our menu items. We feature favourites like fall-off-the-bone bison ribs with wild blueberries, butternut squash bannock pizza, and our wild rice salad with cranberries, sunflower seeds and Saskatoon vinaigrette. We give thanks for the gifts we receive from Mother Earth, from our locally sourced bison, wild rice, and pickerel to our cheese from New Bothwell, and coffee roasted right here in Winnipeg. Each dish is prepared with care, and appreciation for our shared ancestry. Our expansive catering menu has a taste of Indigenous culture for every palate. We regularly cater small private events in-house as well as larger events at outside venues. Feast is about community and reconnecting people from all walks of life with the rich history of our people. Feast also provides employment opportunities to individuals seeking experience in the restaurant industry. We pride ourselves in being a pillar in the community, providing support to local organizations in the form of job practicums, mentorship, work experience programs, and business tours. We invite you to visit Feast, connect with us and enjoy the bold flavours of our great land. Owner Christa’s passion for food and community is found in each of our menu items. Our menu features favourites like fall-off-the-bone bison ribs, butternut squash pizza, and our maple bacon, wild rice, and cranberry omelette. We give thanks for the gifts we receive from Mother Earth, from our locally sourced bison, wild rice, and pickerel to our cheese from New Bothwell, and coffee roasted right here in Winnipeg. Each dish is prepared with care, and appreciation for our shared ancestry. Our expansive catering menu has a taste of Indigenous culture for every palate. We regularly cater small private events in-house as well as larger events at outside venues. Feast is about community and reconnecting people from all walks of life with the rich history of our people. Feast also provides employment opportunities to individuals seeking experience in the restaurant industry. We pride ourselves in being a pillar in the community, providing support to local organizations in the form of job practicums, mentorship, work experience programs, and business tours. We invite you to visit Feast, connect with us and enjoy the bold flavours of our great land.

shore lunches, an invigorating Finnish sauna, and flights and transfers. This is the best way to experience one of North America’s most productive bodies of water, abundant with lake trout, arctic grayling, whitefish, and northern pike.

restaurant serving the finest fare by our award-winning chef. Surround yourself with elegant decor and treat your palette with the most exotic and delightful tastes. Spend time with friends and catch that special game or watch your favourite sports on Huge LED screens. Immerse yourself in style with a cocktail, amidst an incredible towering cylindrical graphic LED display that will make your jaw drop.

the best of both worlds,” says Matt Squires, director of sales and marketing for Grey Eagle Resort & Casino in Calgary, Alberta. Located in the beautiful, rolling foothills of the Tsuut’ina First Nation, this entertainment destination has a state-of-the-art events centre, hotel, and conference facilities. Its casino features 40 live table games, 900 slot machines, a 24/7 poker room and an active, not-for-profit bingo schedule. Grey Eagle draws a range of guests, about 30 percent of whom are Aboriginal people from B.C., Alberta, and Saskatchewan. International visitors are increasingly arriving from China, Taiwan, Japan, and Germany. “People are very curious about First Nations history,” says Squires. “We’ve started offering a blessing and smudging services to groups who want to incorporate that.” The resort’s two restaurants and two bars also add Aboriginal touches to their menus, such as cheeses with house-made bannock and saskatoon berry jam. Squires says that Chef Bill Alexander, who is part Iroquois and Mohawk from Ottawa, loves to include game meat on the menu. “His bison meatball sandwich is to die for.”

is ideal for those who wish to self-explore the many eco-adventures, natural attractions and historical and cultural sites found on Haida Gwaii’s Graham and Moresby Islands. Gift shop and conference facilities on-site. Designed to blend harmoniously with the landscape and honour traditional Haida architecture, you’ll fall in love with our 12 new two-bedroom cedar cabins. Boasting a choice of dune, ocean, and forest views, each features a minibar kitchen and great room with fireplace, flatscreen TV, covered hot tub and outdoor shower. Enjoy a bed and breakfast cabin stay, or as part of a 3, 4 or 7-night all-inclusive package.

modern. The renowned in-house restaurant, LA TRAITE, offers the finest Northern Quebec gourmet cuisine and in the summer, you can enjoy food and drinks on a patio surrounded by nature. After dinner, relax in the Indigenous-style natural spa or take a swim in the indoor swimming pool.

Culture comes together.” says spokesman Ryan Widdup. ” Savour wines such as the Hee-Hee-Tel-Kin Red Blend — named in honour of the owners’ youngest son, Trenton, featuring notes of cloves, sweet plums and vanilla. Hee-Hee-Tel-Kin, a name that has been in the Syilx Culture for thousands of years, translates into “a mystical high-country stag with large antlers.” The sparkling “La’p Cheet” is named for their daughter, Cassandra, and means “the shimmer of light on a river spillway.” Simo, which means “connected to the land,” is the company’s flagship wine and it’s named for owner Robert Louie. Indigenous World Winery’s history is rooted in a People who have lived in this region for millennia. Robert Louie, former chief of the Westbank First Nation, developed the concept for the winery with his wife, Bernice, in 2011. The couple share a strong passion for nature, the land, and the rich history and traditions of the Syilx people.

cooking videos which also share Indigenous Culture and history. The on-site bakery specializes in all-natural minimalist recipe styles; and there’s not just desserts, Jenna’s also offers the best breakfast and burgers in town with fluffy fresh-baked bannock. With the motto: ‘We feed people like they are family’, Jenna’s Nut-Free Dessertery Inc is a multi-faceted business which alongside the restaurant and bakery, also hosts a seasonal Traditional meal series highlighting Indigenous foods from across Turtle Island. The restaurant also hosts an annual Indigenous Christmas night market showcasing Indigenous entrepreneurs from across New Brunswick.

served their first pint on Saint Patrick’s Day 2018. Kahnawake Brewing Company has been making waves with their beers inside and outside of the community; a product of their focus on quality, creativity, authenticity, and community. This beer is from us to you; we are happy you chose a Kahnawake brew!

corn and black beans to garden fresh salads and sweet treats —try the Saskatoon berry bannock! — there’s something delicious for everyone. What’s in a name? Kekuli means “Pithouse” a warm winter dwelling built into the ground to protect people from the elements, that the Thompson First Nation lived in hundreds of years ago. In the Thompson language, they’re called sʔístkn; and you can still find historical Kekulis throughout the Thompson and Okanagan area today. That traditional warm welcome is something that co-owners Sharon Bond and Darren Hogg bring to the Kekuli Café, “Acknowledgment is so important in our culture,” says Sharon. “I wanted a place where everyone would feel welcome and acknowledged.” You feel that unique traditional cultural welcome as soon as you step inside: pow wow music softly plays, and Indigenous art hangs on the walls. And the bannock? It’s Sharon’s niche in the restaurant business, creating food from the homestyle ingredients that she grew up on, focussed around bannock, a ‘survival bread’ that was a staple food in the diets of Metis, First Nations, and Inuit communities. “I love how each culture has their own version of fried bread,” says Sharon. “There are so many similarities, like people, food will bring us together.”

corn and black beans to garden fresh salads and sweet treats —try the Saskatoon berry bannock! — there’s something delicious for everyone.

people together for long-table dinners featuring the freshest locally grown or foraged ingredients. They also offer workshops, picnics, and revitalizing farm stays in the cosy ocean view suites at their mountaintop home on the Bay of Fundy.

taste of authentic cuisine with this multi-award-winning chef practising her craft on the Traditional Territory of the Lekwungen Peoples of the Coast Salish Nation.

Appy and Dinner specials! We use the freshest local ingredients with classic and innovative cooking techniques to bring you a healthy, non-gmo, hormone and antibiotic-free dining experience.

local cedar and its architecture honors the authentic ‘big house’ style with a smoke hole at the top of the building—traditionally, when visitors see smoke coming from a big house, it means Welcome! – Gilakas’la! Inside our welcoming hotel, you will find 85 luxurious guest rooms and suites; our décor celebrates authentic local Indigenous arts and artists including masks, Cultural designs and music—including a stunning copper art piece depicting history and legends of our people. This is our way of sharing our Culture, and we open our hearts to you. Enjoy First Nations-inspired cuisine and service in our ‘Ha’me restaurant; relax with great food and drinks at Nax’ID Pub; browse for a special keepsake in our gift shop or simply grab a specialty coffee and pastry to go at our in-house Café. During your stay, enjoy one of our regularly scheduled Cultural activities within the hotel and join us on a unique guided outbound ocean and forest Cultural tours to complete your experience. The Kwa’lilas Hotel also has the newest, most comprehensive banquet, meeting and conference facilities on North Vancouver Island offering a total of over 4,000 square feet of meeting and event space including a large ballroom and full catering facilities available.

and wild fruits. The restaurant’s décor is also very elegant and elaborate, with traditional First Nations design elements combined with a modern aesthetic. The view of the Akiawenrahk River from the dining room adds to the relaxing and enjoyable dining experience. Chef Marc de Passorio is one of the most renowned chefs in international gastronomy. After working in various restaurants in France, Russia and New Zealand, Marc de Passorio settled in Quebec. Upon his arrival, Marc de Passorio wanted to learn more about Indigenous knowledge and visited several First Nations communities in Quebec while immersing himself in the customs and culinary traditions of the Huron-Wendat Nation, which welcomed him into its community. At the head of the restaurant La Traite, he pursues his passion and his role as mentor and trainer by favouring a natural cuisine inspired by the know-how and elements of the First Nations terroir while integrating First Nations youth into his brigade. Chef Marc de Passorio, two-time Michelin Star (2009 and 2015) and Gault et Millau d’Or (2014) “I like to think that the products speak for themselves. My role as a chef, as well as that of my brigade, is to make them travel to the rhythm of my journeys around the world, to associate them and to succeed in expressing their potential while preserving the values of the Indigenous peoples guided by the respect of nature.” – Chef Marc de Passorio

Wampum Restaurant and enjoy a glass-in view of the LaCloche mountain range and the breathtaking North Channel of Lake Huron. The outdoor patio and indoor dining provide stunning views of the lake and mountains allowing guests to relax and enjoy the natural scenery. Modern and private meeting rooms capable of hosting group tours, motorcoach and bus tours, business meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, weddings and just about any type of activity.

well as to seasoned anglers! A dedicated staff will welcome you to one of the most authentic and popular salmon fishing destinations in Quebec.

meats, and traditional methods such as clay baking and stone baking.” The striking art on the food truck is done by Heiltsuk artist KC Hall, representing the traditional foods: berries, and the three sisters of squash, corn, and beans; all ingredients for Paul’s Indigenous-fusion street food. Items from Mr. Bannock’s launch menu including award-winning Indian taco, a bannock calzone, and a waffle bannock.

bison soup served with bannock. “It’s a multicultural, multi-art northern immersion,” says Catharine Allooloo, the owner and operator of NARWAL (Northern and Remote Wilderness Adventures Ltd.) who runs the business with two of her three children who are of Inuit ancestry. “My son, Devon, guides and harvests the game meat, and my daughter’s throat sing and teach traditional Inuit games.” Started in 1987, Yellowknife-based NARWAL has a B&B and offers year-round cultural and adventure programs that feature traditional Inuit clothing rentals, igloo-building, ice-cave adventures, northern lights viewing, hiking, fishing and one- to six-day kayak and canoe expeditions that include gourmet meals. Allooloo’s daughter Tiffany Ayalik hosts the First Nations food and cooking TV show Wild Kitchen. Many of NARWAL’s guests are families. “Their awe makes us realize what a privilege it is to live here and share Inuit culture,” says Allooloo. “I have combined my outdoor passion with my desire to give my kids the opportunity to explore, celebrate and research what it means to be a young Aboriginal person in Canada today, and to share that knowledge with others.”

strong reflection of our commitment to authenticity. Join us to discover, not only the international award-winning wines we produce, but also the indomitable spirit and remarkable history that inspires them. The centuries-old home of the Osoyoos Indian Reserve is 32,000 acres of Sonoran Desert landscape. Surrounded by time-weathered mountains and dotted by magnificent mirrored lakes, it reaches from Vernon to Tonasket and from Rock Creek to Princeton, with settlements including Osoyoos, Keremeos, Penticton and Kelowna owing their names to the Indigenous language. Here in the hottest and driest part of Canada, over 500 Osoyoos Band members secure and share a legacy of hard work and a passionate respect for nature. The word Nk’Mip translates to “Bottomland” in English, being located at the southern end of the Osoyoos reservation. Today, the Nk’Mip Cellars are one of many business, health, social, educational and municipal initiatives that have earned the Band financial independence and high employment.”

life through guided tours, tales and legends. Paddle a canoe with a guide and hear stories of the river and traditional methods of transport. Take part in a craft workshop and create your own medicine wheel from deer leather, goose and pheasant feathers, to chase away illness and protect each and every home around the world. Watch a colourful dance show and join in the closing Friendship Dance. Explore the Yänonchia (Huron longhouse) and listen to a presentation on the Huron-Wendat traditional way of life and sophisticated social organization before the arrival of Europeans. Hear the legends of the Creation of the World, the Monstrous Bear, the Discovery of Fire and the Gift from the Great Spirit and be part of a tradition reaching back countless generations who have heard these stories. Discover traditional Wendat food-preservation techniques in the Etiesatraoa (smoke hut) and Eti8atsaoaoa (curing shed) then enjoy lunch at our onsite Nek8arre Restaurant which features wild game and fish dishes and can accommodate 180 guests. Make time to visit Le Huron shop, which offers an incredible array of Indigenous arts and crafts from across North America.

horseback riding, snowshoeing, archery or bush survival skills, immersing yourself in a variety of year-round, traditionally based learning programs lasting from one to five days. After a winter excursion, warm up around a campfire over bush tea and hot berry soup with bannock, while listening to stories about the stars above. Located in the foothills 110 kilometres northwest of Calgary, just off the legendary Cowboy Trail, Painted Warriors Ranch is an ideal place to learn about animal tracking and natural navigation using a shadow stick. Certified training courses are also offered for everything from outdoor cooking and hunting, to equine first aid and horseback riding, which can include multi-day backcountry boot camp adventures. Join the chef in collecting wild plants and roots used for food and medications, and take part in preparing a traditional evening meal. Then head to bed in a tent — go simple or opt for a luxurious walled tent for a night of glamping. Wake up refreshed to the sounds of birds and nature. “Our goal is to offer more than just tourism experiences,” says Tracey Klettl, who runs the 100 per cent Indigenous-owned Painted Warriors with partner Tim Mearns. “People are losing their outdoor skills and we’re working to keep them alive since they’re part of our culture.”

to small specialty dinners, we create elaborate and customized menus that use Indigenous cooking techniques while exploring the impact of colonialism on the Indigenous food system and our contemporary Culture.

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strawberries in the prairies; whether you pick your own or enjoy a basket of our pre-picked beautiful strawberries.

local LSLIB chief who saw a resort as a way for band members to learn trades and crafts and introduce guests to their Culture. The lodge now offers interpretive tours of a kekuli (traditional underground accommodations) and berry-picking excursions. Now, for the first time in almost four decades, the band is handcrafting a wooden canoe in one of the resort’s public spaces so local youth can learn traditional carving techniques. The Lodge’s long, sandy beach is lively with families; some guests tee off at the property’s scenic golf course, its greens subtly etched into the wilderness. Dip your paddle into clear waters and canoe across Little Shuswap Lake, then head ashore for a delicious bannock and salmon picnic. The Lodge’s ‘Jack Sam’s Restaurant’ features First Nations fusion cuisine with a signature dish of clay-baked local salmon that pays tribute to an ancient regional cooking style. “Quaaout is about sustainability, sharing traditional heritage, supporting the community economically and keeping the Culture alive,” says manager Jesse Ziercke. “And, of course, good old-fashioned relaxation!”

have owned Ravens since the beginning of 2014; proud of their heritage and community, Ravens Brewing is passionate about creating an environment of acceptance and diversity. Ravens beers have won multiple awards over the years, including being one of a handful of BC breweries to consistently win a BC Beer Award every year for the last five years and winning best Gose at the World Beer Cup in 2018. From fruity sours and juicy IPAs to craft lagers and spirits, visit Ravens Brewing to taste Abbotsford-grown hops, fruits, herbs, and grains from Peace River.

includes salmon, wild-game meatballs, fiddleheads and traditional bannock. Outside, you can immerse yourself in nature, doing everything from Atlantic salmon fly-fishing to spotting deer and birds, to watching for bears and moose that roam the area. There’s also just sitting back and soaking up the view. “You have the gorgeous banks of the river, you see our 3,000-year-old archeological sites in the background and our lookout points,” says Patricia Dunnett, manager of Metepenagiag / Red Bank Lodge. “It’s beautiful.” The Mi’kmaq of Metepenagiag has been enjoying the river for three millennia. “You have the nice swift current, and you can sit with your feet in the water,” says Dunnett, who has seen more than a few guests take lawn chairs down to plunk in the shallow water. “It’s so gorgeous; the river is clear and fresh and hundreds of little fish will come up and nibble around your legs and toes. It’s almost like a spa experience when you go down to the river.”

rooms with breath-taking views, a shop, fuel and fresh, delicious home cooking with a Gaspésien twist.

visitors from all over the world who want to discover more about Huron-Wendat Culture through an immersive gastronomic experience. Our restaurant blends together history, crafts, art and gastronomy; Sagamité is a place which promotes reconciliation through meeting and sharing food and conversation over the table. We are centrally based in Old Wendake, just a few steps away from the enchanting Kabir Kouba waterfall and the many boutiques by the St Charles River. We called the restaurant Sagamité after the delicious home-grown ‘Three Sisters’ squash, corn and red bean soup enriched with game that’s at the heart of Wendat culinary culture. Our house speciality the Yatista (fire), also known as the Gallows shares the importance of fire to the Wendat People; our Ancestors used to communicate with the Creator through fire, talking, sharing and enjoying meals around its warming flames. This unique blend of Culture, history, food and tradition, surrounded by authentic unique Indigenous arts and crafts is why dining at Sagamité is a unique experience. Enjoy your meal!

welcome and the family atmosphere. Looking forward to serving you !

Saltbox Restaurant is ideally located on the shores of the community of Benoit’s Cove, nestled at the base of the majestic Blow Me Down Mountains.

footsteps into the culinary world, Rachel’s children now help out at the Seabreeze too, making it a fully fourth-generation business. Check out the new outdoor patio seating to enjoy the best fish and chips in town with an amazing ocean view on the side! Try the house special Hali-Dog, crispy panko halibut on a brioche bun complete with coleslaw, tartar, and a drizzle of sweet thai chili, or indulge in the Captain’s Platter with cod or halibut, popcorn shrimp, fries, ‘slaw and dips. Gila’Kasla from all at Seabreeze, enjoy traditional hospitality and a warm welcome.

back a pint looking over the Gulf of St Lawrence and leave our locally owned and operated microbrewery with a few extra cans: they pair well with kitchen parties, beach bonfires and patios.

spirit — in the culture of the people who have called this place home for thousands of years. James Allen has long been hosting culture and healing camps for Indigenous youth and adults at Shakat Tun, which means “summer trail” in the language of the Southern Tutchone. In recent years, he’s extended his family’s warm welcome to his camp, located next to Kluane National Park and Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site three hours’ drive north of Whitehorse, Yukon. Today, Shakat Tun Adventures offers its visitors a once-in-a-lifetime, hands-on experience in the ways of an indomitable people. Try your hand at beading, trapping, and drum-making. Taste traditional foods gathered on the land that has sustained its people for generations, such as dried meat or fish. Learn about the deep reverence they have for the area’s lynx, moose and caribou. “What I want to do is tell people our story on the land,” says Allen, a former chief of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. “Our guests often have a spiritual awakening when they are in the bush. The culture and the land awaken your inner spirit.”

meditation, yoga, and traditional Indigenous practices. Book a retreat blending Kundalini yoga, meditation and breathwork with the Indigenous practices of connecting with the land, sea, and air. Join like-minded people in daily practice with sunrise and sunset experiences. Watch ocean life, pick wild berries, and feel supported in your health and wellness recovery journey. Daphne’s life has been rooted in Indigenous culture, and she’s had the good fortune of travelling to international retreats to study meditation, wellness, and yoga. She’s passionate about sharing that knowledge with all who come to ShaMaSha to learn, heal, and connect.

Sijjakkut inc. is a social enterprise that supports, preserves and promotes Inuit Culture through inuksuitut.

Observe orcas, sea lions, white-sided dolphins, and humpback whales as, together, you glide through the misty waters off Canada’s wild West Coast. Listen to locals as they tenderly share stories about an ancient and still very much alive culture. “This region is a rare and special gem,” says Spirit Bear Lodge spokesman Doug Neasloss of the Kitasoo/ Xai’xais First Nation. “I often refer to our part of the world as Canada’s Galapagos.” The operation offers ecotourism packages that range from four to seven days in length. Guests are surrounded by wilderness, staying in stunning, waterfront accommodations that pay homage to traditional longhouses and traveling by motorboat into even more remote locations. “By visiting Spirit Bear Lodge, travelers are choosing to support local employment and community. We are very much a family environment,” Neasloss says. “When people leave, I hope they walk away understanding both our culture and the environmental stewardship that has gone into protecting one of the most special places in Canada.”

crafted masks, tools, instruments and clothing, both ancient and contemporary. Hear elders’ myths and legends. Take a guided forest walk. Explore a Squamish longhouse and a Lil’wat pit house. Create your own cedar rope bracelet. The stylish SLCC is the long-time dream of both the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation, whose territory overlaps in the Whistler region. “They signed a historic protocol in 2001 to work together in peace and harmony, and the joint project opened in 2008,” says Mixalhitsa7 (Alison Pascal), the centre’s junior curator and a Lil’wat band member. Browse the gift shop for authentic Aboriginal artwork. Savour the Thunderbird Cafe’s First Nations fusion cuisine, which includes salmon chowder, venison chili, and bannock. Throughout summer, celebrate weekly traditional dinner feasts with colourful cultural performances. Sign up for crafting workshops with a First Nations ambassador to make drums or weave baskets. Get to know the original inhabitants of what is now Vancouver and its surrounding territory. “The centre makes us happy to be able to celebrate and share being First Nations every day — our history, our culture and why we love this land,” says Mixalhitsa7.

tasting bar and retail store, come visit us on your stay in the Ottawa Valley!

a championship golf course, three restaurants, and a riverside RV Park. A former residential school now proudly owned by the Ktunaxa Nation, we honour our connection to the land, from the whispering sounds of the St. Mary River as you walk our par 72 course, to the dramatic alpine glow over Fisher Peak. Beyond the beauty, we are proud to offer local indigenous-inspired fare at our main dining & lounge, Numa, meaning ‘thunder’ in Ktunaxa, the 19th Hole, and Kiʔsuʔk k̓ikiⱡ, meaning ‘good food’, located inside the newly re-designed Casino of the Rockies. Immerse in Ktunaxa Culture with our Speaking Earth Haqaⱡpaⱡniʔnam (Hackalth-palth-knee-nam) program. Sign up for an activity or take a deeper dive and join Ktunaxa Nation members for a two-day immersive experience of traditional knowledge and Culture. Take part in a beading workshop; play traditional games; listen as a storyteller shares Ktunaxa legends around a crackling campfire. Enjoy bison stew with bannock and end your meal with a sweet berry pie. As the evening sun sets and turns your teepee home for the night a glowing pink, dream of sleeping soundly under the stars.

casino, an exhilarating pool, hot tub and waterslide, family-friendly dining and sports lounge. Whether you’re getting away with the family, sneaking off for a romantic escape, or visiting with a meeting or group, you won’t find a more beautiful setting. Our 92 guest rooms and 18 suites all offer spacious floor plans and incredible views of the sunrise or surrounding Canadian Rocky Mountains. Elegant earth tones and contrasting rich colors are complemented by deluxe amenities such as complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, room service, plush duvets and pillows, enhanced workstations and comfy office chairs, free daily newspaper, in-room coffee/tea station, and tiled showers with separate soaker tubs. All rooms include Telus OPTIK TV/Internet service. Rooms are equipped with their own dedicated Wi-Fi, security safe, as well as a minimum 43″ HD TV. ALL HOTEL ROOMS ARE NOW NON-SMOKING!! Enjoy the best in Las Vegas-style gaming at Alberta’s only casino in the Rocky Mountains. From more than 250 of your favorite slot machines to a range of table games, a poker room and off-track betting in Sidelines Lounge, the Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino has a game for you!

have been engaging with Indigenous Elders and harvesters of traditional plants for guidance on how to proceed with creating non-timber forest resource initiatives that will support and empower Indigenous Peoples and communities. At present, we source our tea and herbal infusions from Canadian tea experts who travel to the tea growing regions of the world and buy directly from the farmer or small producer. In October 2019, we attended the World Indigenous Business Forum in Vancouver, BC, where we formed partnerships that will allow us to transition to direct-sourcing from Indigenous Tea Peoples in Taiwan, Japan, Nepal, Australia and New Zealand. Our authentic, traditionally harvested wild rice is direct sourced from Indigenous harvesters from the pristine lakes of Northwestern Ontario and processed using minimal technology to ensure quality, nutrition, and flavour. Purchasing non-cultivated, natural wild rice supports Indigenous harvesters, preserves Indigenous food sovereignty and the eco-system in which it grows.

(Bitterroot) and Seeya (Saskatoon), Chef McDonald and his team are creating Indigenous-inspired cuisine with locally foraged and artisan-sourced ingredients that honour the key elements of Indigenous cuisine. Savour dishes such as ‘Askawa’ bison tartare, sumac bouillabaisse and wild salmon served up overlooking breathtaking views of Lake Osoyoos and the vineyards of Nk’Mip Cellars, the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America. we’ll make sure you get the most from your adventure. From breathtaking mountains, rivers and ocean to ancient archaeological sites inhabited with abundant Arctic wildlife including seals, walrus, whales, numerous bird species and polar bears, spend a day with our knowledgeable Inuit guides soaking up the beauty and stories of this stunning landscape. If you’re fishing from the boat or trying a cast from the shore, while you wait to land your Arctic beauty, your guide can share stories of history in the area dating back over 750 years to the time of the Thule and modern Inuit occupation of the region. Our passionate local guides can’t wait to share their world with you.

by the Salish Sea; laze on your private patio and watch eagles wheel overhead; browse original creations at the Tug Ghum gallery, immerse yourself in the history and living Culture of the Tla’amin People. Sleep under the stars in the Nature Village, on the whispering shores of the Salish Sea immerse yourself in nature with comfort and luxury to spare. Enjoy a beach front tenting experience that will fill your intrepid soul with joy. Featuring 16 luxury tents perched on the ocean’s edge, our Salish Sea Nature Packages offer wilderness hikes, Cultural experiences and island cruise opportunities by day, and incredible star gazing by night. For small groups of friends, couples and families, a nature experience for all ages.

the Negotkuk (Tobique First Nation) Culture in every bottle.

modern, defines my cuisine. From the oldest methods of food preservation (drying, smoking, fermentation) to the most recent current cooking techniques.

our experiences we hope to inspire the same love and respect we have for the land in our guests as they learn about the plants and animals in our environment, taste meals which use ingredients from our land and waters and see the beauty that surrounds us. From short day hikes to overnight treks, our experiences are thoughtfully designed to showcase the unique—and sometimes hidden—areas of Gros Morne National Park. During the summer join us for guided hiking and walking tours, Zodiac boat adventures, kayak and paddleboard tours, food tours and culinary adventures. During the long Newfoundland winter, we offer guided snowmobile, snowshoe and backcountry skiing tours and winter camping and off-grid experiences. We also operate the Water’s Edge RV Park and Campground and the Bonne Bay Market shop and bakery. My family roots are part of the Mi’kamq communities of Corner Brook and Curling, I’m still learning and exploring this part of my history and the start of our Indigenous heritage beginning in Bay St.George and Codroy Valley regions and I’m excited to share that with my guests.

trail through a spectacular natural setting, members of the Bridge River Band (Xwisten) demonstrate net fishing, and how to cut salmon for wind-drying in the semi-desert climate of Lillooet, 130 kilometres north of Whistler, BC. “We share with our guests the importance of fish to our people, showing that the traditional practice of preserving salmon for food is still practiced today, as well as telling what has changed. Our fish stocks, for so many reasons, are being threatened,” says Florence Jack, manager of the band-run and owned Xwisten Experience Tours. “We aim to make people realize we’re still here, that we still practise our culture and it’s not just history. We still teach our kids these practices. Our livelihood depends on this food source.” Along with lessons on living culture, history is also integral to Xwisten’s summertime tour as it leads to an extensive archaeological village site with over 90 pit house depressions — the remains of traditional winter homes, one of which was excavated by the University of Montana revealing detail of the region’s rich history. “We employ community members and we encourage our guides to give a little piece of themselves when they meet our guests,” says Jack. “People bond with our guides and have such a memorable experience, they leave wanting to tell others about it.” The tour concludes with barbecued fresh Fraser River salmon for lunch at the Bearfoot Grill, complete with rice, salad, asparagus and bannock. Here, you get to finish up with a delicious traditional dessert of whipped soapberries (sxúsum). Yum.