Enjoy a Canadian First Nations' cultural experience unlike any other during your vacation at King Pacific Lodge. From the beginning of time the Gitga'at people, part of
the Tsimshian Nation, have existed on what is now British Columbia's northwest coast. Their wellbeing is intertwined with the health of their lands, waters and resources,
and the community continues to work to sustain their abundance and richness. Gitga'at culture is strengthening, and traditional practices continue to shape day to day life in the village.
Guests to King Pacific Lodge have many opportunities to share in cultural, wildlife and other types of experiences in Gitga'at territory, which is home to some of the most spectacular
scenery, captivating flora and fauna, and rich historical sites in the world.
Statement of Albert Clifton, Hereditary Chief, Gitga'at Nation
December 9, 2008
"The relationship between King Pacific Lodge and the Gitga'at people is much more than a partnership based on business and economics. It has been built on a foundation of friendship,
respect and a conscious effort to understand and embrace the culture and values of the Gitga'at.
Early on, Joe Morita, the owner of KPL, came to meet with my father, the late John Clifton, who was, at the time, our Hereditary Chief. A great friendship grew between these two men, and
together they explored how to structure the partnership in a mutually culturally acceptable way. Today, KPL under the direction of Mr. Michael Uehara, continues to build relationships and
friendships with the Gitga'at.
Many great things have happened since.
King Pacific Lodge has contributed substantial funds which enabled us to build a Cultural Centre, which we now use proudly for our Ceremonial Feasts and Cultural events. Together King Pacific
Lodge and Hartley Bay have worked to protect the resources of the land, and of the sea.
When and wherever it appears that 'Development' would be detrimental to animals, plants or people who reside in our territory, King Pacific Lodge has lent its voice to ours to persuade the
developers to reconsider their intent.
King Pacific Lodge has worked closely with our school. Our students have learned how to write resumes, how to present themselves in an interview. They have trained with the King Pacific
Lodge staff and have had practical experiences working with a trained chef to serve breakfast to our Elders over a period of two weeks each year. Our students have taken kayak training,
as well as guiding and orienteering skills, under the direction of trained professionals within the King Pacific Lodge organization. And of course King Pacific Lodge has provided summer
jobs to many of our students through the Student Mentoring Program.
Our relationship with King Pacific Lodge is not just about making money or creating jobs. It is instead about ensuring a future for ourselves and the generations to come. And it is about
strengthening a partnership which has its basis in honesty, respect and trust."
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Enjoy the hospitality of the Gitga'at and King Pacific Lodge and join the privileged few who have traveled to the this region.
To book an unbelievable wilderness and cultural vacation to the untouched land of the Gitga'at First Nations people, please call 888.592.5464 (North America) or
604.987.5452 or complete and fax our Reservation Request Form. |
