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Falling the First Tree
The largest living western red cedars grow on Vancouver Island. In the construction of the bighouse these magnificent trees will be transported from remote locations on the Island where only a few of the largest trees still stand. -
Tree BlessingDeep in the ancient rainforest of northwest Vancouver Island, Daisy Hanson performs a blessing ceremony to honour the giant cedars which will be used in the construction of the bighouse. -
Community Youth Visit Aktis IslandA group of youth from Kyuquot Elementary school travel to Aktis Island to learn about the island’s history and connect with their community’s past. -
From Victoria to KyuquotKyuquot Sound sits on the northwest coast of Vancouver Island. Traveling there from Victoria you journey through one of the most beautiful regions of the pacific west coast. -
Welcome Song'Welcome Song’ belongs to Wakiitom (Peter Hanson) of Mutswayaht House. Performed at Kyuquot School, this song is historically one of the first songs performed at Kyuquot potlatches. -
Aerial Overview of Kyuquot Sound, Aktis, Houpsitas and Bighouse Build SiteFrom the perspective of the eagles who call Kyuquot Sound home, this stunning aerial overview captures the beauty and features of this dramatic landscape. -
Russell Hanson Visits SchoolYouth engagement is a central component to this entire project. Russell Hanson visits Kyuquot School to describe the history and importance of the bighouse project and answer questions from the students. -
From the EldersKa:’yu:’k’t’h’/Chek’tleset’h’ is an endangered language with only a few traditional speakers left in the community. These rare voices of the elders are keys to connecting the past to future generations. -
What Does The Bighouse Mean To You?This project is more than just the construction of a new building. For the community it represents an opportunity to connect with their past and revitalize Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’ / Che:k’tles7et’h’ culture. -
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the Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’ / Che:k’tles7et’h’ Bighouse