Update for Wei Wai Kum & Walitsama Descendants on K’omoks Treaty

Community Engagement – Constitution

On Thursday, January 9 we’re hosting a community dinner and presentation to explore the Wei Wai Kum draft Constitution. This is a chance for you to learn more about the purpose of a constitution, what it means for Wei Wai Kum, ask questions and share your thoughts! Head to the Thunderbird Hall from4:30-7:30 p.m. […]
Wei Wai Kum Statement on Acts of Violence and Racism

November 29, 2024 Wei Wai Kum Statement on Acts of Violence and Racism This letter is in response to the attention drawn to the very unsettling and disturbing reports of vandalism and destruction of memorials along the Inland Island Highway 19 between Campbell River and Courtenay, BC. These vigils were installed by numerous individuals and […]
CBC All Points West: Jason D’Souza and Elected Chief Roberts on Liǧʷiłdaxʷ Place Names

Liǧʷiłdaxʷ Nations seek to restore Indigenous names for Discovery Passage, Quinsam River and Tyee Spit. Click here to listen to the interview
An Open Letter to K’omoks Members from Wei Wai Kum

The Wei Wai Kum Chief and Council and Hereditary Chiefs released an Open Letter to members of K’ómoks. To read this letter, click the link: WWKum Open Letter to K’omoks Members NOV 4 2024 Signed
Liǧʷiłdaxʷ Hereditary Chiefs to Mayor and Council, City of Campbell River

Save the Date: Wei Wai Kum AGM Meeting

Join us for the Wei Wai Kum Treaty AGM on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The AGM is a great opportunity for members to learn more about ongoing treaty negotiations and the Nation’s draft constitution. Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks!
Liǧwiłdax̌w Ethnohistory Presentation

Please Join Us! Dr. Deidrie Cullon, PhD, is an anthropologist with three decades of experience collaborating with First Nations in British Columbia. Since 1997, Deidrie has been engaged with the Liǧwiłdax̌w communities, assisting in the gathering of genealogical information related to traditional usage. This presents a valuable opportunity for community members to deepen their understanding […]
Lik̓ʷala Place Name Community Zoom Meeting

Join Us! The place name committee is progressing to the second round of Lik̓ʷala Place Names within the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ territory. A virtual meeting will be held at either the Wei Wai Kum or We Wai Kai Treaty Office. We welcome those who wish to attend in person. The meeting is scheduled from 6:00 PM to […]
Lands Survey & Boat Tour

Congratulations to Rory on winning the Amazon Gift Card. We sincerely value the contributions of all members regarding the treaty lands surveys conducted over the past few months. On July 9th, community members, members of Chief and Council, hereditary leadership, Guardians, and the treaty team spent a full day on the M.V Tenacious III to […]