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Posts tagged Land

Snuneymuxw could soon vote municipally in October. SFN and the City of Nanaimo announce joint effort for city boundary change

Since the incorporation of the City of Nanaimo, many members of the Snuneymuxw First Nations (SFN) have not been able to vote in municipal elections.

NanaimoLauryn MackenzieFebruary 18, 2026Nanaimo, City of Nanaimo, Snuneymuxw, Snuneymuxw First Nation, Land, Truth and Reconciliation

New Snuneymuxw program works to keep traditional lands flourishing for future generations

Combining his work with cultural practice has always been important for Robert Phillips. So when the opportunity to connect with community and grow his knowledge of the land came up, he jumped at the chance to become a land guardian.