Shain Jackson, owner of Spirit Works Limited has been in operation for three
years. Taking the leap from Aboriginal law into creating pieces of art might
seem like a far stretch, but according to Shain he is still doing much of the
same, advocating for and making a voice for Aboriginal people. He’s working to create a strong community of
Aboriginal artists and entrepreneurs, building the community through his
creations.
Home of the Sasquatch, Harrison Lake, Chehalis River, with abundant chum salmon on the Harrison River and nestled among forests, Sts’ailes –formerly known as the Chehalis Indian Band – is a recreational paradise. Sts’ailes community members have access to an incredible landscape that extends around Harrison Lake, beyond Stave Lake and reaches to the Fraser River. It’s no wonder that the community website states “Sts’ailes is a wonderful place to live. Scenic landscape, culture,community.”
As the days get longer and the weather warms, the tourism season on Vancouver Island approaches and Sea Quest Adventures, an Aboriginal owned whale watching company in Sidney, BC is ready. Owned by Michael Child, an Aboriginal youth living in Victoria, Sea Quest Adventures offers an exciting 3 hour tour by boat through the Gulf Islands to see an abundance of wildlife including orca’s, porpoises and dolphins, sea lion colonies and much more. Michael has owned the company since 2008 and after two years of running his own business, he attributes his success to planning, education and previous business experience.
When I meet Amber George at her salon, Verve Hair Lounge, she greets me with a warm handshake and smiling eyes. While her personality and charm are evident, I’m equally impressed by her professional appearance. She’s dressed immaculately and as the Creative Director/Owner of Verve Hair Lounge it is no surprise that her hair is perfect. While image and first impressions are important in the fashion and beauty industry, it doesn’t take long to realize that Amber has much, much more going for her.
By Donna St. Louis