The salmonberry plant has nourished and healed Indigenous communities of the Pacific Northwest coast for countless generations, but its significance goes far beyond its value as food. This article, by ‘Cúagilákv (Jess Housty), speaks about her relationship with the salmon, berries, and Salmonberries as a Haíɫzaqv (Heiltsuk) person.

Thriving Together: Salmon, Berries, and People

Author: ‘Cúagilákv (Jess Housty)

Year: 2021

Media Type: News article