The journey of the Wild Salmon Caravan has been a beautiful expression of Indigenous values, bringing together people from all cultures to show the world just how vital and inspiring wild salmon are to our lands and food systems.
We would like to take a moment to publicly express our deepest gratitude to the incredible communities and individuals who have supported the Wild Salmon Caravan throughout the years. Your generous contributions of time, energy, and creativity have been invaluable in shaping our programs, coordinating logistics, and bringing this movement to life.
We are especially grateful for the ancestral guidance, teachings, and warm hospitality extended to us in our journey. These events have been enriched by the wisdom and spirit of the lands and peoples we have been so fortunate to connect with.
A heartfelt thank you to our funders, BC Arts Council, and all the individuals who have supported us through crowdfunding. Your belief in our mission has made a lasting impact.
A huge thank you to the Chase and Area Family Services for partnering with the Wild Salmon Caravan for this year’s events. We are grateful for your partnership and the meaningful impact you help create through your dedication and care.
A huge thank you our collaborators Kamloops Art Gallery, Batucada Abrace, the Carnival Band, Ritmos Climaticos, and Samay Cuji and her band.
We extend a special thank you to the many volunteers who have selflessly given their time and energy, often behind the scenes, in service to this ever-growing social movement. Your dedication and humility have been at the heart of our success.
Thank you all for swimming with us and for helping to protect our connection to wild salmon.
QUOTES
“I just want to thank you for all the organizing you did to make today’s event happen. It was the most beautiful and love-filled community event I have ever experienced! I felt invigorated from it, and would love to help organize next year”
Nikoo Borourmand
“I came on the caravan, stunned by the level of warmth and hospitality we received from Aboriginal communities. I hadn’t ever thought of myself as a settler or colonist, but it’s clear that is what I am. The Wild Salmon helped me realize more fully how my ancestors fell on the shores and have thrived at the expense of Indigenous peoples. The experience was both shocking and wonderful experience. I feel opened up and I want more”.
Martha from Solidarity Notes Choir.
As the Wild Salmon Caravan has grown into a powerful social movement, much like the spirit of Mardi Gras, it has become impossible to name and acknowledge every individual who has contributed during the months of planning leading up to each journey. While we may not be able to mention every name, please know that our hearts are filled with deep gratitude for the countless people who have given their time, energy, and creativity over the years.
We are overwhelmed with appreciation for all the gifts you have brought—whether through your physical presence, your thoughtful contributions, or your spiritual support. Your beautiful expressions of love, and your commitment to truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, our lands, territories, and waters, have been the driving force behind the success of the Wild Salmon Caravan.
For anyone whose name may not be mentioned, please know that you are held in our deepest gratitude. Thank you for being part of this journey.
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