Destinations

On this episode, ‘Destinations’, we travel north, to the traditional territory of the Kwakwaka’wakw peoples. Host Tchadas Leo visits some magnificent wilderness destinations to help us understand just how special the north end of Vancouver Island is, as well as taking in BC’s world-renowned Great Bear Rainforest.
4VI is the sponsor of this five part series that captures the voices of Indigenous entrepreneurs sharing the stories of their culture, their inspirations and how they make tradition a core part of the businesses they operate.
In Port Hardy, the gateway to authentic, unspoiled natural adventure, we join lead guide Mike Willie of the Musgamagw Dzawada'enuxw First Nations for wildlife viewing with Coastal Rainforest Safaris. In the town of Campbell River, traditional territory of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation, part of the Kwakwaka'wakw peoples, we board a float plane to the Great Bear Rainforest with Brian Collen, General Manager of Knight Inlet Lodge. Tchadas Leo, host, is of the Homalco First Nation, and Trevor Jang, the writer, is of Witset First Nation. The Cover Art is the work of Ivy Cargill Martin from Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation.

Show Notes

On ‘Destinations’, we journey north, to the traditional territory of the Kwakwaka’wakw peoples. Host Tchadas Leo visits some magnificent wilderness destinations to help us understand just how special the north end of Vancouver Island is, as well as taking in BC’s world-renowned Great Bear Rainforest. 

In Port Hardy, the gateway to authentic, unspoiled natural adventure, we join lead guide Mike Willie of the Musgamagw Dzawada'enuxw First Nations for wildlife viewing with Coastal Rainforest Safaris. In the town of Campbell River, the traditional territory of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation, part of the Kwakwaka'wakw peoples, we board a float plane to the Great Bear Rainforest with Brian Collen, General Manager of Knight Inlet Lodge. 

About this series
Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island is a five-episode presentation of 4VI (formerly known as Tourism Vancouver Island), a social enterprise in business to ensure travel is a force for good for Vancouver Island - forever. From its breathtaking vistas to the inspiring talents of its people, Vancouver Island is the definition of a “must-see” destination. In this series, Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island, 4VI showcases the talents of Indigenous entrepreneurs and their stories of how they have found a way to honour and preserve their traditions while succeeding in a very competitive marketplace. Host Tchadas Leo is of the Homalco First Nation, and writer Trevor Jang is of Witset First Nation. The Cover Art is the work of Ivy Cargill Martin from Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation.

Canada's True West Coast
Vancouver Island, located on Canada’s West Coast, is known for its mild climate, abundance, and relaxed way of life. This region is defined by its ancient rainforests, rugged coastlines, and cool waters of the Pacific Ocean, creating an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities and peaceful getaways.

Vancouver Island spans 460 kilometers long, from the provincial capital of Victoria to the far-reaching beaches of Cape Scott Provincial Park. Several small islands, the Gulf Islands and Discovery Islands are found between the Salish Sea and Discovery Passage, respectively.

4VI gratefully acknowledges that we live, work, and play on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw, Nuu-chah-nulth, and Coast Salish peoples.

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What is Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island?

Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island is a presentation of 4VI (formerly known as Tourism Vancouver Island), a social enterprise in business to ensure travel is a force for good for Vancouver Island - forever. From its breathtaking vistas to the inspiring talents of its people, Vancouver Island is the definition of a “must-see” destination. In the first season, Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island, 4VI showcases the talents of Indigenous entrepreneurs and their stories of how they have found a way to honour and preserve their traditions while succeeding in a very competitive marketplace.