This powerful short film traces the ongoing struggle of Native fishing nations to defend their treaty rights, from the Fish Wars of the 1960s to present-day protests, affirming fishing as a sovereign right and cultural lifeline.
Interwoven reflections from Indigenous leaders reveal the spiritual, ecological, and political relationships between salmon and people, urging collective responsibility to restore balance and ensure the salmon’s survival for future generations.
This short film explores the cultural and ecological importance of sockeye salmon and reef net fishing to the Lummi Nation, highlighting the deep ties between fishing traditions, family lineage, and Indigenous identity.
Native Sciences & Technology, Sovereignty/Governance, Ways of Life
Summary
The Scha'nexw Elhtal'nexw Salmon People teaching guide is an instructional resource that provides middle and high school teachers with the necessary information to understand and teach the film.
