*I live, love and learn on the traditional, territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) as well as in the unceeded and ancestral territories of the Coast Salish peoples including but not limited to the S’cianew, T’Sou-ke, Songhees, Esquimalt, K’omoks and more.

My entire lens of the world has been shaped by growing up on these lands. I feel deeply connected to this land and grateful for all that it is, which is more than I can express in typed words. The health of these territories and her people is of paramount importance to me, equating to the health of us all.

It’s Important to note that syncretism or the blending of cultures/ religions has produced (for myself), a great myriad of understanding and appreciation for other perspectives and possibilities beyond my limited western vision. Where it not for many Eastern and North American Indigenous teachings I would likely still be bound-up in a Post-Capitalist depression. My lineage was unavailable to me at the time of starting to learn and so I thank the ones that lent themselves to restore balance in the west. I am now on a journey to reclaim my blood lineage, step by step.

Thank you to the plants, animals and humans who have taught me along the way. Special thank you to all those who were brave enough to carry the wisdom traditions regardless of opportunity, oppression or the colour of their skin