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Connection to the Land
Boston Bar First Nation has called the Fraser River and its surrounding lands home for generations. This land, rich in resources and history, has sustained our people, connecting us to our ancestors and grounding us in our cultural identity. Our roots are intertwined with the Nlaka’pamux Nation, whose traditions and values guide us in preserving our way of life.
The land is not just where we live—it’s who we are. The rivers, forests, and mountains of this region have provided for our people for centuries. Sites like Tuckkwiowhum Village serve as a reminder of our deep connection to the land and our responsibility to care for it. Tuckkwiowhum, meaning "The Great Berry Picking Place," is a significant cultural site where traditions are preserved, and history is celebrated.
Tuckkwiowhum Village
Located near Boston Bar, Tuckkwiowhum Village is a living heritage site where visitors can experience traditional Nlaka’pamux ways of life. From reconstructed pit houses to exhibits showcasing traditional crafts and skills, the village offers a window into the past and a vision for preserving culture for future generations.
Values from Leadership
Our leadership reflects values rooted in community, family, and respect for the land. Chief Robertson and council members are not only leaders but are also mothers, fathers, and friends, each bringing a deep personal connection to their roles. Their vision emphasizes unity, sustainability, and a commitment to preparing the next generation for success.
Our People
Located along the Gold Rush Trail near Boston Bar in BC, the Nlaka'pamux people invite visitors to explore the legendary Tuckkwiowhum Village featuring a smokehouse, food caches, a sweat lodge, earth ovens, and a pit house. Pit houses are round homes based on a shape repeated in nature, and are just one example of Indigenous innovation. The Nlaka'pamux hosts share their knowledge of the history and culture of the Nlaka'pamux people where visitors get a glimpse of how life was for the First Peoples.
Our History
Boston Bar First Nation is part of the Nlaka’pamux people, whose traditional territory spans south-central British Columbia, from Kamloops to the northern United States. As a community deeply connected to the Fraser River and surrounding watersheds, Boston Bar encompasses 12 reserves and is home to 273 registered members (as of 2016). Historically, Boston Bar members spoke Nłeʔkepmxcín, part of the Interior Salish language family. Despite language fluency declining, efforts are ongoing to revitalize this essential aspect of our culture.
As a proud member of the Nlaka'pamux Nation Tribal Council (NNTC), Boston Bar works collectively with neighboring First Nations to assert rights, preserve traditions, and strengthen our shared future.
Language and Traditions
The Nłeʔkepmxcín language reflects the soul of our people. With less than 2.1% fluency among Nlaka’pamux members, Boston Bar is actively investing in revitalization efforts through workshops and intergenerational teaching. Traditional practices like salmon fishing, hunting, and plant gathering remain vital, not only as subsistence activities but as cultural connectors to our ancestors.
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