We Are Still Here: Lax Kw’alaams Truth and Reconciliation 2024

January 17, 2025

The September 30, 2024, “We Are Still Here” event was a powerful celebration.

This event was in partnership with a wide range of organizations and departments, including:
Lax Kw’alaams Health Department
Lax Kw’alaams Brighter Futures
Lax Kw’alaams Head Start
Lax Kw’alaams Wap Suwilaawksa
Lax Kw’alaams Public Works
Lax Kw’alaams Education Department
Lax Kw’alaams Pool Staff
Lax Kw’alaams Tribal Dancers
Amago’ot Gyetm Maaxii Dance Group
Honored Masset Guests

Entertainment by:
Salt Water Hank
Elvis and Rod Stewart Impersonator: Ronnie Scott – Iconic Tributes

Videography by: Joshua Diltz

Cultural Support: Tsow tun le lum and Marie Oldfield

And countless donations, volunteers, modes of transportation, local businesses and behind-the-scenes supporters.

The collaboration of these departments, dance groups, community leaders, and community members made the day not only possible but also incredibly meaningful. We, of course, could not have done this without our survivors.

If you would like more information or wish to get involved, please contact us:
Email: cominghome@laxband.com
Phone: 250-624-5000 ext. 2002

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