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Canoe Journeys

Drumming compliments of Butch Dick

The resurgence and celebration of our First Nations canoe cultures serves as a testament to the courage, strength,
dedication, commitment and spirit of our ancestors.

We honor them as we work together, gather together, and create a legacy for our children and our communities.
Mission Statement 97 NAIG

Working Objectives of The Canoe Journeys

* Individual, family and community healing.
* Strengthening and developing personal stamina, endurance and discipline.
* Strengthening our spirituality.
* Developing leadership, humility, integrity, respect, self-esteem and pride through teamwork.
* Promoting individuals and partnerships.
* Developing models for community development founded upon holistic principles and approaches.

Then

Now

2008

2002

Tribal Journey 2008
Arrival at Songhees July 25, 2008
Paddle to Quw'utsun 2008 N.A.I.G

On July 25, 2008 31 canoes arrived at Maplebank located on the Songhees Reserve.

Chief Robert Sam of the Songhees Nation, and Chief Andy Thomas of the Esquimalt Nation welcomed the Tribal Journey Canoes.

After the protocol of welcoming everyone was over, more than 2000 paddlers, land crews and visitors were invited to share a table with the Songhees during that evening.

Bright and early on July 26/08 the Esquimalt Nation Tribal Journeys departed for their next leg of the journey, on the way to the 2008 N.A.I.G. hosted by Quw'utsun.

Tribal Journey 2002...click here