Webinars

13TH ANNUAL COASTWATCH WORKSHOP

Gwaii Haanas Speaker Series – Ku • Kuu Sea Otters – 2

Learning from Coastal Communities with Howard Humchitt from Heiltsuk territory. Hosted by Niisii Guujaaw, Gwaii Haanas and Jaasaljuus Yakgujaanas, CHN Haida Fisheries. Next live event Tuesday, May 18 at 7pm with Francis Gillette.

Gwaii Haanas Speaker Series – Ku • Kuu Sea Otters – 1

Learning from Coastal Communities – Dolly Garza – SE Alaska

Clean Energy Engagement Session

CHN, OMVC and SBC. Brought to you by Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE) and Indigenous Off-diesel Initiative (IODI).

Haida Scholar Speaker Series – Episode 2

Marine careers can follow many educational pathways and opportunities for local community outreach. Education and careers in marine science include a diversity of topics, such as fisheries, spatial analysis, policy, biology, and more.

THE SMALLPOX WAR AGAINST THE HAIDA Including Francis Poole’s “Trail of Blood”

This presentation reviews the circumstances under which British agents first displaced Haida authority for the purpose of colonizing Haida Gwaii. The review focuses on the written record as it reflects on traditions such as The Story of Bones Bay, in which Knowledge Keepers hold that Gov Douglas oversaw the intentional distribution of smallpox during 1862/63 as a means for overcoming Haida and other native resistance to British rule. The review focusses, too, on the career of Francis Poole, the first colonist on Haida Gwaii, to show that Poole’s memoir, Queen Charlotte Islands, is a complete fantasy designed to conceal Poole’s role as a foot soldier in delivering Douglas’ smallpox policy and to insulate his superiors from blame. In the result, immigrants who came to Haida Gwaii subsequently in good faith were left unadvised of the dishonour behind the legacy in which the Crown was inviting them to partake and of the need for healing relations with their Haida hosts.

Dr Tom Swanky, JD, is a life-long student of political philosophy (ancient, modern and non-western), the use of power, Canadian government, and the transition from Indigenous Sovereignty to the imposition of British institutions on the Pacific shelf.

HAIDA SCHOLAR SPEAKER SERIES – EPISODE 1 (October 28, 2021)
The Importance of Connection to Place for Native Youth in Science Education 

Place and inquiry-based Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education that bridges Native Traditional Knowledge systems with Western STEM is important for student learning. In co-created, place-based learning experiences for Native youth, interweaving cultural traditions, arts, language, and community partnerships is critical in promoting authentic, meaningful learning. Watch K’ah Skaahluwaa Wendy F. Smythe and Skil Jáada Vanessa Zahner in the first episode of the Haida Scholar Speaker Series to learn more.

Partners: Council of the Haida Nation, Haida Gwaii Institute, and Univeristy of British Columbia

Gwaii Haanas Speaker Series – Living Landscapes of SGang Gwaay – October 15, 2021

Captivating stories and photos from this summer’s archaeological fieldwork at the Haida village of SGang Gwaay. An epic storm in the winter of 2018 blew down over a hundred trees. Massive tree roots were upended, lifting ancient floorboards of historic house pits. Throughout August, a Parks Canada archaeology team excavated within two of those impacted houses to learn about life at SGang Gwaay.

The team will share the recent findings of cultural articfacts that will be safeguareded for the future in the Haida Gwaii Museum. The archaeology work will continue for two more years. Gwaii Haanas’ cultural resource team will continue to work alongside the archaelogists, Haida Gwaii Watchmen and the Haida Gwaii Museum.

Staying Safe Online: an Intro for Elders on Haida Gwaii – July 15, 2021

The Internet can provide many day-to-day benefits for Elders, but for those who are new to it, it can also be a source of worry.

In this introductory webinar you will be introduced to some of the most common onlinr scams and frauds. and will learn how to protect yourself and stay safe online!

Presented by the iPads for Elders Program and the Council of the Haida Nation

Haida Gwaii Pledge Website Launch – June 10, 2021

Listen to the Council of the Haida Nation President Gaagwiis Jason Alsop, Tourism Committee Chair Kii’iljuus Barb Wilson, Destination Development Coordinator SGaana Gaahlandaay Alix Goetzinger and Gaad Gas Raven Ryland on the Haida Nation resoulutions.

You can visit the site at haidagwaiipledge.ca.

Invasive European Green Crab Workshop and World Oceans Day – June 8, 2021

What can you do to limit the spread of marine invasive species on Haida Gwaii?

With Stu Crawford and Dan McNeil, hosted by Rayne Boyko. Live European Green Crab shown during the video!

Gántl’ uu xiinaanga uu iijang • Gandll uu xaaynang.nga uu íijii Water is Life – April 22, 2021

with: Nang Jingwas Russ Jones, Layla Reynolds, Nang Kilslas Trent Moraes, Xaldáang ‘Láa guudad Marina Jones, Kihlgula Gaay.ya Severn Cullis-Suzuki, Kihlguulaans Christian White and K’aayhlda Xyaalaas Rayne Boyko. This will be the sixth in the Food Independence webinar series.

Nourish and Flourish on Haida Gwaii – March 16, 2021

with: Gid Uuwans Dana Moraes, Kil Tlaa’sgaa Brodie Swanson, Dluujuu Mayor Kris Olsen, Johanne Young, Terry Carty, and Emmy O’Gorman. This is the fifth in this webinar series.

To get involved, offer support or input, email: hgfoodstrategy@gmail.com

SGaana Jaads Kiids Xaayda Gwaay Sda Isis Female Supernatural Beings of Haida Gwaii – March 11, 2021

with GwaaGanad Diane Brown, Gid7ahl-Gudsllaay Lalaxaaygans Terri-lynn Williams-Davidson
hosted by Jisgang Nika Collison

Supernatural Beings and their historical narratives exemplify “the Haida’s values, customs, rituals, laws, and relationships with the earthly and metaphysical realms, and reinforce a worldview through which the natural environment is a sacred domain, not to be dominated or exploited” (Out of Concealment, Female Supernatural Beings of Haida Gwaii, Gid7ahl-Gudsllaay Lalaxaaygans Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson). The Xaaynangaa Naay House of Life new Wellness Centre in HlGaagilda Skidegate, intends to pay respect to these powerful Beings, bringing their spirit into the light for Haida citizens and people of Haida Gwaii.

Haida Gwaii Talks Coronavirus – an update on current COVID-19 cases on the Islands and how you can continue to protect yourself, your family and our communities – February 19, 2021

• Haida Nation: President Gaagwiis Jason Alsop
• Niislaa Naay Healing House (Old Massett Health Centre): Monica Brown, Health Director and Shauna Smith, Community Health Nurse
• Xaaynangaa Naay House of Life (Skidegate Health Centre): Lauren Brown, Health Director
• First Nations Health Authority, Dr Nel Wieman, Deputy Chief Medical Officer

with: Gidansda Guujaaw, GwaaGanad Diane Brown, Kuunaajaad Jenny Cross, Jaad gu hiilangs Sphenia Pauline Jones and Kuuyaas Emily Watts is the third in this series. Tune in to hear stories from Island Elders about traditional food harvesting and food as medicine. The webinar will also include video and a photo submission from Gulang Xulangwaay Naanii Leona Clow and Nan na.aa san saa xiilawaa Crystal Robinson. Haawa to Jaadsangkinghlya Ada Yovanovich for the beautiful phrase: Our Food is Our Medicine.
To get involved, offer support or input, email: hgfoodstrategy@gmail.com

Graphic Recording by Kara Sievewright

YOUTH FOOD IGNITED – November 19, 2020
with: Kwiadda McEvoy, Gid xyaala Ryder Bell, Kuun Jaad Giidii Angel Brown, Gaad Gas Raven Ryland, Gaagwiis Reese Burton, and Ganhlaans and Tiisan Suzuki-Brown, will be the second in this webinar series. Tune in to hear what food independence means to Haida youth. Ask your questions live and share your experiences and vision for Island food.
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Island partners and food champions are starting to develop a strategy for Haida Gwaii food sovereignty! Over the next year, a team of food enthusiasts will engage with the community and develop a food secure future for our Islands’ communities. Island Elders, youth, and master food producers will help to shape this vision. The project continues with this series of webinars! Stay tuned for future events and sessions.

Graphic Recording by Kara Sievewright

ISLAND FOOD INDEPENDENCE – September 30, 2020
Talking Food with Jaada Margaret Edgars, St’aay Taaw.waay Carla Russ, Gaadgaas Erika Stocker, Naajuuaa Michelle McDonald, Shelly Crack and Chris Horner will be the first in a 3-part webinar series. Tune in to hear what food independence means to them. Ask your questions live and share your experiences and vision for Island food.
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Island partners and food champions are starting to develop a strategy for Haida Gwaii food sovereignty! Over the next year, a team of food enthusiasts will engage with the community and develop a food secure future for our Islands’ communities. Island Elders, youth, and master food producers will help to shape this vision. The project is launching with a series of webinars!

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: An update on the COVID-19 outbreak and how you can continue to protect yourself, your family and community

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: An update on community care and ongoing COVID-19 measures – July 17, 2020
with Community Health Nurses, Shauna Smith & Heather Barnes

Literacy Haida Gwaii – Tutorial Webinar Series

Proposal Writing 101 with Dana Moraes

Excel Three Part Series
The Community Economic Support team (CES) is working with the Council of the Haida Nation and economic organizations, small businesses, and individuals Island-wide to provide support and build new skills.

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: Haida Language will live on – May 12, 2020
with: Dr. GwaaGanad Diane Brown, Dr. Jiixa Gladys Vandal, Leona Clow, Skil Jaadee White, Jaskwaan Bedard and a medical update from Dr. Caroline Walker

Join host Jisgang Nika Collison and guests talking about the Haida Language learning, mentorship and programming during the COVID-19 crisis.

OUR UNITED COAST: COVID-19 Travel Restriction Town Hall – May 3, 2020
with: Haida Nation President Gaagwiis Jason Alsop, Lax Kw’alaams Mayor Garry Reece, Gitxalaa Nation Chief Councillor Linda Innes, Heiltsuk Nation Chief Councillor Marilyn Slett, Central Coast Regional District Chair Samuel Schooner, North Coast Regional District Chair Barry Pages and Village of Queen Charlotte Mayor Kris Olsen

Join elected leaders from Haida Gwaii and the Central and North Coast for a live town hall.

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: Hal ga taa – Hala ga taa Harvesting and growing food on Haida Gwaii – with Vice President Trevor Russ, Chris Horner, Kevin Brown and Dr. Gordon Horner

Join host Jisgang Nika Collison and guests talking about Harvesting and growing food on Haida Gwaii. (April 27, 2020)

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: COVID-19 and the economy: How will Haida Gwaii adapt? – with Guujaaw, Carla Lutner, Alanah Mountifield, and Dr. Caroline Walker

Join host Jisgang Nika Collison and guests talking about COVID-19 and the economy: How will Haida Gwaii adapt? (April 16, 2020)

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: Mental Health & Well-Being: Taking care of yourself during the COVID-19 crisis – with Dr. Patricia Vickers, Alison McDonald, Vern Williams Jr., and Dr. Gordon Horner

Join host Jisgang Nika Collison and guests talking about how to take care of yourself during the COVID-19 crisis. (April 4, 2020)

HAIDA GWAII TALKS CORONAVIRUS: A conversation on how to protect yourself, your family and community – with Dr. GwaaGanad Diane Brown, Monica Brown, William “Billy” Yovanovich, Dr. Gordon Horner and Dr. Caroline Walker

Join host Jisgang Nika Collison and guests talking about COVID-19 in our communities and what we can do to protect ourselves and our families. (March 30, 2020)