This three-hour session is an introduction to Nuu-chah-nulth homelands, culture, and language. Learn about local history, cross cultural understanding, Nuu-chah-nulth language, and cultural world view. Explore the ancient and continued interconnections between the local landscape, the ocean and First Nations culture.

The sessions will alternate their regional focus between Ucluelet and Tofino on a weekly rotation (regional focus noted alongside dates listed below).

Small Town, Big Picture is a suggested prerequisite for this course.

Location: Zoom Meeting (Register to receive the meeting link, allow a few minutes for the link to arrive in your inbox).

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dates: May 5 Tofino, May 12 Ucluelet, May 19 Tofino, May 26 Ucluelet, June 2 Tofino, June 9 Ucluelet, June 16 Tofino, June 23 Tofino

The West Coast Ambassador Program is a joint initiative of the Raincoast Education Society, the Tofino-Long Beach Chamber of Commerce, Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Ucluelet and Tourism Tofino.  The Raincoast Education Society is responsible for course curriculum, registration, and program delivery.

Photo by Gisele Maria Martin.