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myhaidagwaii-blog · 7 years

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Identity

What does it mean?

Life experiences that have influenced you to think and act the way that you do. Those who you interact with on a deeper level or simply as an acquaintance. Your biological make-up of skin pigment, sex, height and genes. Your decisions of gender, religion, sexual orientation and political views.

What happens when your identity is taken away? What happens when you are not allowed to express yourself through your identity? What happens when someone or a group of people think that they have the right to decide who you are, what you should look like, how you should speak, how you should act, how you should celebrate, what you should believe, how you should sing, how you should dance and how you should live? What happens when that said someone or group of people are more powerful than your own small, simple and (sometimes) vulnerable being?

Your entire culture, way of life, community, family, belief system, everything of importance to you- has been stripped. Your identity is gone.

Sadly to say, by having full access to my identity, I am one of the luckier ones out there.

My name is Bronwyn. I am 21 years old. I celebrated my birthday last friday, surrounded by loving friends and food and drinks. I am a heterosexual female. I do not identify with any religion, however my mother’s family is Ukrainian Orthodox. My mother is Ukrainian and English and my father is Cree and Scottish. I identify as Métis. I was born in Winnipeg, however I have had the chance to live in Edinburgh, Scotland and Montpellier, France- opportunities of which I will forever be grateful for. I went to elementary school, I went to middle school and I went to high school, entirely in the french immersion program throughout. I now study human geography at the University of Winnipeg, and I hope to write a thesis in the upcoming year or two. I have a loving mother, father and 15 year old sister. I have a boyfriend back home named Max. I also have a puppy, his name is Elliott. I miss him a lot. He’s an old english sheepdog and he’s only 7 months old, however he resembles a full sized dog. I could probably talk about Elliott for an entire day if I wanted. I spend my summers working at a summer camp, putting smiles on campers’ faces. I work at a before and after school program as well as bartend at the local concert hall during the school year. I live in a neighbourhood that is close to grocery stores, restaurants, nightlife and parks. I live across the street from a library, river, school and hospital. My school is a fifteen minute walk from my home. In fact, I can basically walk anywhere. I love canoeing, running, hiking, soccer and basketball. I’m currently trying to get better at yoga. I love reading, art, cooking or spending time at coffee shops writing in my journal. I’m quite unorganized but I am trying to get better. I am sensitive and I cry extremely easily. I am stubborn and competitive. I am shy, gentle, kind and generous. I would like to think that I can be quite funny. I have a lot of friends who I like to spend a lot of time with, however I do need my alone time quite often. I am passionate about the people, things and places I love.

Until written down, it is easy to take many of these things that contribute to my identity for granted. I recognize that there are characteristics of my identity that could very well be considered privileged. My mixed ancestry, my family life and my many other attributes are probably what one would consider to be the social norm of a typical “Canadian” citizen.

In class, we talked about what it meant to be “Canadian.” What “Canadian identity” entails. While I can’t yet fully understand the concept of what “Canadian identity” means, I can definitely identify a dichotomous definition of the term. (Warning: one of the definitions is not suitable for the light-hearted, sensitive souls such as myself).

“Canadian identity.” To define “Canadian identity,” we must first define what Canada means. Canada is a diverse country that is home to many different ancestries and nationalities. Our country boasts about post-card worthy landscapes, our maple syrup production (and consumption), our national love for all Canadian sports teams, shovelling for 3 hours in -30°C weather even though it’s “no big deal” and spending our summers at the cabin alongside the beavers, bears, moose and geese. Canada smells like fresh, clean and natural air. It looks like forests, mountains, rivers, lakes, prairies and oceans of our rural and urban landscapes. It sounds like loon calls on a calm lake, the breeze of a hot summer’s night and our national anthem sung at sports games, loud and clear. “Canadian identity” feels like beating the United States in hockey in the Olympics, or watching every Winnipeg Jets game with pride, a beer readily accessible in hand. Every. Single. Time.

“Canadian identity.” To define “Canadian identity,” we must first define what Canada means. Canada is a colony of Great Britain. Canada is the dehumanization and assimilation of many nations that were here long before any discovery by European countries. Canada smells like the pollution from the production of oil from the tar sands that reach bedroom windows of many homes close by. Canada sounds like songs that were never played and potlachs that were never celebrated, because they were banned by settlers who had a superior world view, settlers who believed strongly that ways of life were either wrong or right. Canada looks like another demonstration of peace that we do not see in the news, demonstrations that fight for the right of access to land and water. Canada feels like a voice that is never heard by our current government and a daily fight that lasts a lifetime. Every. Single. Day.

At this time, I am having a hard time defining “Canadian identity” because I find that both definitions to be true. It is difficult to find a medium that paints a picture of all residents, nations and citizens of our landscape.

My time spent on Haida Gwaii as a Haida Gwaii Higher Education Society student will definitely be an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. It has only been three weeks since I have arrived, and I can already feel the island influencing my emotional, physical, spiritual, mental and well being.

Identity is clearly important to the Haida. There are so many strong, rich and cultural characteristics that are present here. The stories that I have been lucky enough to hear from elders, chiefs, residents and other community members have made me realize how lived experience shapes one’s identity, and how assimilation has only made the Haida culture continue it’s strength through vibrant community pride.

When we were asked to go and write/reflect about what we had talked about in class on Friday, I found a beautiful little spot around the corner of the museum. I witnessed a river otter and a few bald eagles perched on a branch beside me. I did not really spend the whole time writing, however I spent time reflecting on how grateful I am for this opportunity to live on Haida Gwaii. It was really nice to be able to stand alongside my natural surroundings and share the space together. The reflection that took place in this class brought out a spiritual side in me that I am not normally in touch with. The gratitude that I felt during my time spent at this observation point was overwhelming. My goal while I am here is to take time out of everyday to recognize and appreciate what I have, and to simply feel grateful for every moment.

Photo 1: a beautiful spot for reflection.

Photo 2: During my reflection, the landscape surrounding me comforted, listened to and reassured my thoughts. The man-made deck contrasting the natural landscape provides a glimpse of the relationship that we as humans share with the plants, species, animals and other natural phenomenon of the landscape.

Photo 3: A view that will never let you down. Something I love most about nature is that it never leaves. It is so reliable and will always be there for you, no matter what may go wrong or right.

Photo 4: Back to School.

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marblefeet08-blog · 5 years

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Unique Fishing Destinations In The World

Fishermen and women get ready! For those who have been wondering where to head to for some of the top destinations in the world specifically to get your angling on, wonder no longer! We’ve broken it down for you so you can stop searching and start fishing – with a couple of twists and turns along the way as well! Here are our top picks for some seriously cool fishing destinations that you might not have thought of before.

Canada

If you’re looking for an interesting fishing destination any time of year (that’s right), Canada is an ideal place for you. While it’s unlikely you will want to head very far north, the east and west coasts offer up some great opportunities for fishing. On the west coast, especially on Vancouver Island there are numerous opportunities for heading out on fishing trips to catch various Pacific fish. Haida Gwaii, formerly the Queen Charlotte Islands is a prime spot, a bit further north, towards Alaska. On the east coast, any of the Maritime provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland will provide the keen angler with great options for fishing and provide some seriously fresh Atlantic catches. Come to Canada in the winter to try your hand at ice fishing – a chilly, but great take on a favourite sport.

United Arab Emirates

Believe it or not, fishing in Dubai is a prime activity for anyone who comes to the region. While many people come to the UAE for shopping, restaurants or as a transit to other destinations, the UAE can provide some great opportunities for activities like desert excursions and even skiing. That’s right – skiing! Consider having the getaway of a lifetime featuring deep sea fishing in the morning and skiing in the afternoon. Okay, so it’s an indoor ski hill, but still! For the angler and adventurer, nothing else beats a bit of the Middle East and with year round temperatures decent (especially for those from cooler climates), it’s an ideal destination any time of year.

Ascension Island

Many people haven’t heard or ever considered going to Ascension Island but it’s actually an incredibly unique location. Accessible only via boats through Cape Town at the moment, the main attraction on this rocky outpost in the middle of the South Atlantic is sport fishing, which can be massively productive and result in catches of huge marlins as well as yellowfin tuna amongst other varieties of deep sea fish. Occasionally the community will host a fish fry where you can meet all manner of people from around the island who come for the festivities. As food can be largely expensive and restaurants operate at unusual times, fishing is a good idea to bulk up your food supply for your stay on the island.

So if you’ve been looking for a cool and interesting place to go to for fishing that is a bit off the beaten track, consider one of these great destinations where you can get your fishing fix. With so many cool options and amazing fish to catch and try, it’s no wonder angling is fast becoming a great pastime for many.

Source: http://kissmyspatula.com/travel-tips/unique-fishing-destinations-in-the-world/

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allofbeercom · 6 years

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Food, beaches, walks, adventure … and romance: our 10 best travel stories of 2017

From street dishes to savour, colourful coasts to relax at and cool cities to explore, its been another year of exploring the world. Here, we pick our favourite stories of the year. Warning: contains holiday romances gone wrong!

Europe’s hidden coasts: Costa de Prata, Portugal

For an experience of Portugal away from the droves of tourists that go there every summer, we headed to its central coast, where the Atlantic roars into empty beaches lined with delicious seafood restaurants.

Portugal’s Centro region is baffling. It’s between Lisbon and Porto, thus easy to get to and easy to get around. It has peerless beaches, a treasury of gorgeous historic towns and villages, and endlessly lovely people. The pristine coastline, horizons and skies go on forever. Yet there’s almost nobody here …

20 great UK walks with pubs, chosen by nature writers

Railway viaduct over the river Nidd at Knaresborough

For what was one of our most popular features this year, we asked writers to share their favourite walks to get you outdoors this autumn and winter – the only condition? Every walk must include a pub.

Autumn’s true glories are experienced through trees: the turning of leaves from greens to fiery yellows and reds; the wine-black clusters of berries and nuts on drooping branches; the musty smell of leaf litter as shafts of sun streak the damp earth. From Nidd Gorge, North Yorkshire entry

Unhappy Valentines: romantic holiday disasters

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From a bone-breaking encounter with a hot Greek waiter, to unrequited love in Anglesey, Wales, we asked writers to share their heartbreaking, toe-curling and painful, travel fails.

I proposed in Angkor Wat at dawn on my girlfriend’s birthday. We decided to celebrate by going on an early – pre-marriage – honeymoon to Luang Prabang. We’d save on the airfares if we did it now, I argued. We wafted around the gilded wats and the colonial villas of the ancient Laos capital for a couple of days in a fug of love. Then … From There were three in the bed … entry

Bogotá, Colombia’s banging capital

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In a city where the lanes in bowling alleys are laced with gunpowder, writer Vicky Baker travelled to Bogotá to experience a nightlife scene that sees you skipping between drag clubs and record bars, beer gardens to basement dive bars to a soundtrack of rock, salsa and cumbia.

I experienced my first tejo game on a trip to Bogotá, after calling on Andrés Martínez, a musician with electro-cumbia band Monareta, to show me some highlights of his hometown. It turned out to be one of the best nights I have ever had in an unknown city.

How paella got punked – and the Valencian chefs trying to save it

Author Matt Goulding had sworn off eating paella but after years of eating underwhelming servings of the classic Spanish dish, he traveled to Valencia to discover how it’s done right.

Paella wasn’t the result of a singular creation from an inspired cook, but a slow evolution of necessity and adaptation, a convergence of land and history and circumstance.

Beara of glad tidings: south-west Ireland’s other great peninsula

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It may not be the most popular corner of south-west Ireland but Philip Watson visited the remote Beara peninsular anyway, finding a beautiful, rugged travel gem with stone circles and cosy bars.

The vast majority of visitors head out to foodie West Cork, loop round the famous Ring of Kerry, or strike out for Dingle and its resident dolphin. They bypass, however, the best bit in between: the beautiful Beara peninsula, Ireland’s foremost hidden travel gem.

Portland city guide: what to see plus the best hotels, bars and restaurants

Sunset over the Portland, Oregon Old Town sign in downtown Portland. Photograph: Alamy

Our guide to the hip (too hip!?) West Coast city, where you can indulge in plenty of art and alternative culture in between breakfast, brunch, lunch and street food.

The city of roses is also a city of protest – against police brutality, against Trump. Its many bridges across the Willamette river give it an industrial look, yet it is surrounded by lush Oregon landscapes, with Mount Hood, the Columbia river gorge and Cascade mountains a short drive away.

Undiscovered south-east Asia: remote towns and secret beaches

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With tips from Vietnam’s islands to central Laos, we asked writers to share their favourite spots across sout-east Asia to help you discover the hidden treasures that could make your next escape.

Nan province is rich in natural beauty, as its national parks can attest. Arguably the most famous national park – Doi Khu Pha – offers the province’s highest mountain and a smattering of villages featuring the Mien, Lu, Hmong and Htin tribes: ethnic groups uncommon in the rest of Thailand.

Canada’s Haida Gwaii archipelago: kayaking to the edge of the world

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Writer Shaun Pett headed 100km off the coast of British Columbia, to explore a set of remote islands with no roads or trails, that you can only explore by sea.

As the eight of us load gear and food for a week, Pincock distills his 36 years of paddling experience in the area into a series of orientations on everything from eating lunch to water safety. The details are necessary, he says, “because we’re taking single-human-powered craft on to the edge of the largest ocean on Earth”.

We’re going on a bear hunt … in Hokkaido, Japan

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Taking a family holiday to an island populated with Asia’s highest concentration of brown bears seems like a risky choice. Michael Booth put his campervan to the test …

Looking back, The Revenant was an ill-advised choice of in-flight entertainment. The image of Leo having his guts ripped out by a bear was still on my mind at 3am on our first night camping in the wilds of Hokkaido, when I finally squeezed out of my camper van bunk and tiptoed outside to the loo, twitching like a meerkat at every rustle from the undergrowth.

from All Of Beer http://allofbeer.com/food-beaches-walks-adventure-and-romance-our-10-best-travel-stories-of-2017/

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gunboatbaylodge · 7 years

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3 Autumn Menus to Try Right Now in Vancouver

YEW’s pan-fried scallops; Sourced from Shingo Kido

Autumn is by far my favourite season in Vancouver, with the changing colours of the leaves, the more contemplative weather, and, above all, the delicious comfort food available at restaurants around the city.

Fall cooking has the kind of robust flavours that are perfect for warming up on a chilly day. And with an abundance of exciting local ingredients, chefs in Vancouver have dreamed up some sumptuous dishes. Here are three menus to try in the city this season:

Dockside Restaurant (Granville Island Hotel, 1253 Johnston Street)

Located on picturesque Granville Island, Dockside Restaurant is well known for its waterfront views of False Creek, Yaletown across the water, and the North Shore mountains. The food showcases local west coast ingredients, with an especial focus on Ocean Wise certified seafood.

This season, executive chef Mark Crofton has come up with new menu creations that are perfect for fall eating. You can begin with the warm fall harvest kale salad with roasted root vegetables, Okanagan honey crisp apples, buttermilk dressing, and grana padano cheese.

Photo Credit: Tara Lee

A particularly lovely main course is the grilled Haida Gwaii halibut with lemon-herb spaetzle, Dungeness crab bisque, as well as house pickled and roasted organic vegetables. The dish has some really delicate flavours paired with the heartier tastes of the spaetzle and vegetables.

Photo Credit: Tara Lee

For deep, rich flavours, make sure to order the braised lamb shank with Israeli couscous, butternut squash, Okanagan plum jus, dukkah, and seasonal organic vegetables. It’s the ultimate in fall comfort dining.

Photo Credit: Tara Lee

YEW seafood + bar (Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, 791 West Georgia Street)

With soaring ceilings and sleek Pacific Northwest-inspired décor, YEW is the perfect venue for everything from a well-crafted cocktail at the bar, to a more casually elaborate meal in the main dining area. The restaurant is also committed to celebrating local bounty and Ocean Wise seafood.

Executive chef Weimar Gomez has outdone himself this season with dishes that evidence skilled technique while still allowing the ingredients to speak for themselves.

Pan-fried scallops with cauliflower salad and parmesan crumble is a dish that really allows the star–the scallops–to shine, while the cauliflower and crumble add textural and heightening flavour contrast.

Photo Credit: Tara Lee

A Dungeness crab salad with fennel, celery, grapefruit, and white balsamic and olive oil dressing shows the beauty of culinary restraint, the flavours subtle enough not to overpower the Dungeness crab. It’s a wonderfully balanced and nuanced creation.

Sourced from Shingo Kido

You can’t leave the restaurant without ordering the YEW seafood pot. This dish is a stunner, perfect for sharing with a group. It comes absolutely packed with clams, mussels, half a lobster, sustainable tiger prawns, steamed heirloom potatoes, and scallops–all in a white wine sauce. It’s almost too amazing to dig into, but you will.

Photo Credit: Tara Lee

Wildebeest (120 West Hastings Street)

Wildebeest’s dark heritage interiors, complete with brick and long communal tables, make for the ideal autumn dining. And the menu will have you swooning, with the kind of ingredient-driven cooking that is unapologetic in its commitment to the local, the seasonal, and the delectable. The flavours have a distinctive Wildebeest stamp to them, crafted by chef Alessandro Vianello and his talented team.

Case in point is a beetroot and burrata offering, which consists of fresh burrata, salt-baked beets, spiced maple granola, pickled Okanagan apricots, smoked yogurt, and basil oil. It’s the ultimate play with textures and a variety of balanced flavours (eg sweet, tangy, salty).

Photo Credit: Jonathan Norton; Sourced from Wildebeest Facebook page

Be still my beating heart. The chanterelle pappardelle sings the earthly flavours of fall, with handmade pasta, foraged mushrooms, fresh sage, toasted pumpkin seeds, cabernet vinegar, and grana padana.

Photo Credit: Jonathan Norton; Sourced from Wildebeest Facebook page

Another recommended pasta option (carbs call to me when the weather chills) is the game lasagna with braised goat and venison (what a combo!), handmade pasta, pickled cherries, mushroom and madeira purée, crispy leeks, and bordelaise sauce. Each bite of this intense dish is a reminder of what makes fall cooking so beguiling.

Photo Credit: Jonathan Norton; Sourced from Wildebeest Facebook page

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goodlifevancouver · 7 years

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Visiting Granville Island? We'd suggest a stop at Dockside Restaurant for their new fall menu. Try the Ocean Wise Grilled Haida Gwaii Halibut ($36) or the Forno Roasted Salmon ($33). Flatbreads are tasty and the views can't be beat. Not one of those tourist traps in any way! @docksidevancouver @granville_island . . . #604eats #foodstagram #foodbeast #beautifulcuisines #dishedvan #foodcouver #vancouvereats #vancouverfood #vancouverfoodie #yvreats #yvrfood #foodphotography #narcityvancouver #roamvancouver #eatcouver #foodstyling #eeeeeats #foodshot #dailyfoodfeed #yvrpastry #granvilleislandhotel #granvilleisland #docksiderestaurant #foodblogging http://ift.tt/2yIlEjh

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micaelawl-blog · 7 years

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Businesses on Haida Gwaii

Week 9

This week, we had Firyal Mohamed come to our class from community futures. She talked to us about what its like to start a business on Haida Gwaii. In this class, my perception of what it meant to create a successful business really changed. Before, I had assumed that business ventures had to be extremely innovative and not done before or have a different approach than other companies when in actuality, all that is really needed to have a good business idea is that it is needed by the community in which it will open. A new business has to have a value for it to be successful – but this can be in any way. Through innovation or through just being a little bit different from what else is currently available to potential customers.

Our talk with Faryal also emphasized the fact that businesses need to be planned out so extensively. A new business needs to be well planned and thought out, and you need to consider every single possible issue and problem that could arise before hand. You need to think of all of the different actors involved in starting a business.

I realized through doing our own business creation simulation that there is so much opportunity within Haida Gwaii because of how small it is – and how much room there is for businesses here. There is little competition on the island, and most places have pretty high costs so it might be easier to be competitive here with costs.

Being in Haida Gwaii may also offer more support for new businesses. Due to the island’s size, it may be easier to collaborate with other companies, makes deals based on past relationships, and support the community in ways that you would not be able to do in the city. For instance – a restaurant may do better because they have a local food supplier – where they get a deal on vegetables and that person is being supported by them.

You can really localize everything in a way here – everything is based on relationships.

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