Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/
Che:k’tles7et’h’
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Toquaht
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Uchucklesaht
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Huu-ay-aht
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/
Che:k’tles7et’h’
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Toquaht
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Uchucklesaht
Culture and Tradition - icon (7)  Huu-ay-aht

Culture and Tradition

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Cultural Continuity

Honouring the teachings guiding the way forward
Culture lives in every part of the Maa‑nulth journey—from the sacred principles to the stories, songs, language, and traditions that sustain us. We follow the lead of each Nation in cultural sharing.
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Sacred Principles

Living teachings, 
timeless values

Three principles guiding all relationships:

ʔiisaak

– respect for all things

hišḥukʷiš c̕awaak

– everything is connected

ʔuuʔałuk

– to take responsibility

Traditional Territories

Stewardship rooted in sovereignty

For generations, Maa-nulth Nations have exercised authority over their hahuułi—lands, waters, and resources—guided by traditional laws, governance, and cultural values.

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Language Preservation

The sounds of ancestors

Each Nation has a distinct Nuučaan̓uł dialect.

Projects like Huuʔaciy̓uk̓ʷap Ciqy̓ak (“Bringing Back Our Language”) help connect communities.

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Traditional Knowledge

Wisdom passed through generations

Knowledge systems—transmitted through stories, ceremony, and practice—continue to shape how we live, govern, and relate to the world.

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Cultural Events

Celebrating identity and belonging

Each Nation hosts its own cultural gatherings, feasts, and seasonal events. These practices uphold teachings and bring generations together.

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Stories and Teachings

Truths held in story

Traditions carry history, law, and spirit. These are shared with care, and only as each Nation chooses.

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