SȾÁUTW̱ land project plans shared – Gulf Islands Driftwood

June 3, 2026

The SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nation has announced plans for its reserve lands in WENÁ,NEĆ, also known as Fulford Bay, including a campground project, initially, with work scheduled to begin this month.

According to a press release issued by the SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation, a second phase will create a cultural space rooted in SȾÁUTW̱ teachings and traditions, inspired by the significance and form of a traditional longhouse, reflecting the cultural heart of the site.

“This project is more than a return to place; it reflects the teachings our people have always carried — to care for the land, to lift one another up, and to build with future generations in mind,” said Chief Abraham Pelkey. “The campground will help us steward this place in a good way, create opportunities for our members to gather along this shoreline and welcome others in a manner that reflects who we are as SȾÁUTW̱ people. For our Elders who have carried this vision for so long, and for the young people who will one day carry it forward, this is a meaningful step for our nation.”

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