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Nick Avis stands with his bike in front of Victoria waterfront

Riding the Distance: Nick Avis bikes across the country to raise funds for RAVEN

By Jamie-Leigh Gonzales | August 2, 2023

In a world where environmental issues and climate change continue to dominate headlines, one cyclist…

Prince of Whales Makes Waves as Festival Afloat 2023’s Flagship Sponsor!

By RAVEN | July 31, 2023

While the performances of Festival Afloat 2023 are behind us, we are still basking in…

We’re Hiring! RAVEN is looking for a Campaigns Director!

By RAVEN | July 28, 2023

Have experience working in high-leverage roles that help advance Indigenous rights and environmental protection? Want…

Peach and Quiet perform on the Providence Tall Ship

Peach and Quiet: A last minute addition to Festival Afloat, and it was a beautiful thing

By Jamie-Leigh Gonzales | July 27, 2023

On the sixth and final day of RAVEN’s Festival Afloat 2023, due to unforeseen circumstances,…

Neskantaga Territory

Hearing Neskantaga’s Unyielding Voice: a report from the court

By Levin Chamberlain | July 21, 2023

Neskantaga Nation, located in the expansive peatlands of Northern Ontario, appeared in court last week….

Festival Afloat 2023 Spotlight: a conversation with Hip Hop artist, Higher Knowledge

By RAVEN | July 14, 2023

If you happened to catch us at Festival Afloat Vancouver on July 9, you’ll know…

Breathing Lands benefit kicks off major new RAVEN campaign

By Andrea Palframan | June 22, 2023

On Monday, June 19 2023, Vancouver Unitarians kicked off the Breathing Lands campaign with a circle of voices, raised in praise (and protest) for our world.

The Hidden Truths of the Treaty No. 9 Agreement

By Jamie-Leigh Gonzales | June 15, 2023

Throughout Canada’s history, the relationship between Indigenous Nations and settlers has been marred by a…

Festival Afloat is Back!

By Jamie-Leigh Gonzales | June 9, 2023

In its fourth year, Festival Afloat is back — so grab your paddle for Indigenous…

Season 3 Episode 6

PODCAST: Voices of Wood Buffalo: Guest Episode with Louise Romain

By Jamie-Leigh Gonzales | June 7, 2023

This episode of RAVEN (De)Briefs is featuring a special guest episode by Lou Romain, recorded…

Raise your voice with song leader Luke Wallace

By RAVEN | May 27, 2023

Join RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) and Vancouver Unitarians Social Justice & Environment…

The last word in Gitxaała’s Big Mining Challenge

By Andrea Palframan | May 27, 2023

Despite having only 2 weeks to prepare, Lisa Fong’s legal team, together with Gavin Smith…