BC Premier and Ministers meet with Tŝilhqot’in Nation Chiefs at Nemiah
Collaboration and Tradition at Nemiah Valley Lodge
Wow what a week! Such a privilege to host all the Chiefs of the Tsilhqotin communities, Tsilhqotin National Government reps as well as BC Premier John Horgan, Murray Rankin (Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation), Mitzi Dean (Minister of Children and Family Development), Bruce Ralston, (Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation), Mike Farnworth (Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General and Minister Responsible for Emergency Management BC) andKatrine Conroy (Minister of Forests).
The 2 day event was held at Nemiah Valley Lodge, owned and operated by the Xeni Gwet’in community. On his visit to Title Lands, Premier Horgan said "I am grateful and humbled to be welcomed to the Title Lands and share in the Tŝilhqot’in culture, language, traditions and governance. It’s been an honour and privilege to be invited to experience Tsilhqot’in ‘Nen’ (lands, water and resources) first-hand and understand the power and importance of them.”
A historic gathering at Nemiah Lodge in Xeni Gwet'in Title Lands!
Historic Visit At Nemiah
Nemiah offers an Inspiring Retreat for BC Premier And Ministers
“The visit to Title Lands by the Premier and B.C. ministers means a lot to our community and Nation. All levels of government have worked together closely over the past years through the wildfires and COVID-19. This visit signifies a rejuvenation of our relationship. The Premier has shown great leadership and will be greatly missed by the Nation. His work has set an example on how to build relationship in Indigenous communities. Our community members gathered in the evening to share a meal with the Premier and B.C. ministers. They were honoured by the gift presented to the Nation. There is still a lot of work to do through the transition of the title lands. We hope to have a shared vision in common with everyone in the area.”
