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Rough seas calming: Tin Wis, past, present, and future

Tin Wis is within Tla-o-qui-aht Ḥaaḥuułi and the Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks, and like the ancestral village site that existed here for tens of thousands of years, the 85-room beachfront hotel stands facing one of the oldest highways on earth – the ocean. Connected to this deeply storied place, Tin Wis Best Western Resort’s own evolution relies upon the resilience of the Tla-o-qui-aht people, ancestral land and identity, and the perseverance of Cultural Lifeways as well as the Indigenous laws which protect biological diversity.

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5 MARINE CREATURES TO WATCH FOR

The waters surrounding Tofino are home to an incredible diversity of marine life, shaped by healthy kelp forests, rich coastal ecosystems, and the stewardship of the nuučaanuł Peoples since time immemorial. Whether you're exploring by kayak, joining an Indigenous-led wildlife tour, or simply watching the ocean from shore, every encounter offers a deeper appreciation for this remarkable place. Here are five fascinating marine creatures to keep an eye out for during your visit to Tla-o-qui-aht territory.

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Celebrating the return of the whales

Whale Festival offers something for everyone from educational opportunities to learn more about whales and their west coast environment with hands-on seines and beach cleanups to an inspiring film about conservation-in-action, The Whale and The Raven, narrated by iconic artist-activist, Roy Henry Vickers, to all-out fun at the Spout Ball showdown between volunteer firefighting departments and the festival closer, the Baleen Bash.

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