ELDERS' COUNCIL
We raise our hands to our Elders with gratitude and appreciation for everything they have given to us.
Our Elders' Council provides advice on Coast Salish traditions, language, and culture. They are a source of wisdom and knowledge and guide us along our path.
The Elders' Council represents Naut'sa mawt Tribal Council's 10 member nations and guides the work of NmTC with their wisdom in culture, protocol, and experience.
Our Elders' Council meets monthly, sharing their teachings with the Naut'sa mawt staff. Their knowledge and resilience empower us to move forward in a good way, always mindful of our purpose.
In addition to regular council meetings, we respectfully invite our Elders' Council to participate in talking circles, open and close our meetings according to our cultural protocol, and attend Board of Directors meetings.
2024/2025 Elders' Council
Deanna George, Tsleil-Waututh
Janet Hansen Hielwet, T'Sou-ke
George Harris Wholwolet'za, Stz'uminus
Vince Harry, Malahat
Janet Moore Hwum'mi'ya, Halalt
Sunrise January 22, 1942
Sunset January 14, 2022
Elsie Paul Qaxustala's, Tla'amin
Vera Peacey, Homalco
Bunny Price, K'omoks
Jim Bob Sr., Snaw-naw-as
Helen Hanson, Klahoose
GET TO KNOW OUR ELDERS
We are honoured to have had the opportunity to learn from the teachings of our Elders. The members of our Elders' Council, past and present, guide us through challenging times and we thank them for all that they have given to Naut'sa mawt.
