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CTV News
03-08-2025
- General
- CTV News
Vancouver's growing marine traffic is putting Indigenous canoe culture at risk, says First Nations researcher
Marine researchers in British Columbia are weaving together traditional, Indigenous knowledge with science to protect the province's waters, and preserve a First Nations sport that holds deep cultural and historical significance. Leading the research is the Tsleil-Waututh Nation's Zoe George, a participant of Clear Seas' Indigenous Internship Program investigating the effects of marine traffic on Indigenous communities and their access to vital traditional territories and practices. At the centre of George's research is the cultural importance of canoeing to First Nations communities, and how the dwindling health of local marine ecosystems doesn't merely present a threat to nature but to the cultural identity and connection to the environment of local First Nations. 'There is a part of war canoeing that is like being a living culture, there are a lot of spiritual and Indigenous epistemologies that go along with war canoe culture and that's been since time immemorial,' says George. 'But then you have parts of colonialism and secular colonialism that really changed parts of war canoeing, and what that is for us.' George nods to the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) North Vancouver Canoe Club who struggle to access the shoreline at Sen̓áḵw, an area historically home to the nation. 'Where they paddle from they have to weave around huge ships, huge shipping containers, and it's actually quite dangerous for them to be paddling there, but it's the only place that they have access close to their home and to their reserve,' she says. George, who typically paddles every day for six months of the year, says there are around 30 different First Nations communities in the Lower Mainland alone hosting races and training throughout the year who would be impacted by a rise in marine traffic. 'It's a very big community,' she says. George's research is the basis of an exhibit at the Vancouver Maritime Museum, táywilh | snəxʷəɬ, designed to promote reconciliation and share the rich history and cultural significance of Coast Salish canoeing with the wider public. Ensuring there is ample education for the wider public on the importance of canoeing to First Nations communities is the first step towards protecting Indigenous culture for future generations, she says. 'Just having the public be interested in, and knowing and understanding the truth behind what we're living through means a lot, and a step forward in the right direction.'
RNZ News
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
The Panel with Andrew Clay and Zoe George Part 1
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Andrew Clay and Zoe George. First they speak to the owner of a new tiny house in Motueka Valley which was decimated in last week's floods, Blue's givealittle page is here, and the Takapuna Golf Course general manager about the looming decision to turn it partially into a wetland. Photo: Blue Malosso
West Australian
14-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
UGSHA 2025: Women's A-grade victories to All Blacks and Wagin in round two, Lakes and All Blacks in men's A
All Blacks recorded their first win of the Upper Great Southern Hockey Association women's A-grade competition on Saturday, downing Williams 2-0 in a skilful contest. Both sides produced some impressive play but it was goals from Claire Coffey and Zoe George that proved the difference between the two sides. Wagin were the other round two winners in the women's A-grade competition, downing Woodanilling. Goals from Jessie Allington and Alexis Kermode guided Wagin to a 2-0 victory. In the men's A-grade competition, both Lakers and All Blacks emerged victorious in round two. A double from Kyle Angwin and another strike from Liam Sweeney handed All Blacks a 3-1 win over Warriors. The game between Olympics and Lakers was intense with fast ball movement and quick turnovers meaning both defences were kept busy. Lakers finished 2-1 winners thanks to goals from David Lange and William Tan. Olympics' Dylan Mulcahy pegged a goal back and Shawn Heil was a strong contributor but their side went down in the end. In the men's B-grade competition, Williams scored five consecutive goals to down Olympics 7-2 at the final whistle after an even start. Oli Harding, Nick Klug and Michael Cowcher all scored twice in the emphatic result. Woodanilling were 5-1 winners over Pingelly, and in the other men's B-grade clash Wagin edged out All Blacks in a tight 2-1 result. The women's B-grade grand final rematch between Robins and All Blacks highlighted round two. Robins claimed a tense 3-1 win, with Colleen Edwards scoring first for last year's runners-up. Zoe George got a goal back for the reigning premiers in the third quarter but scores from Katie Blight and Dee Blight ensured the Robins victory. Brookton defeated Woodanilling 4-2 and Warriors scored a 1-0 triumph over Pingelly.
