There is steel behind Kathryn Teneese’s smile as she describes her nation’s unwavering commitment to continue fighting against plans for a European-style ski resort in the remote valleys of the Purcell Mountains — the Ktunaxa Nation’s spiritual centre
Jumbo and Toby Creek watersheds, where Glacier Resorts Ltd. hopes to build the billion-dollar Jumbo Glacier Resort, is known to the Ktunaxa as Qat’muk — the place where the Grizzly Bear Spirit was born, goes to heal itself and returns to the spirit world. The Grizzly Bear Spirit provides guidance, strength and protection for Ktunaxa people.
To Teneese, chair of Ktunaxa Nation Council, the (Read more…)