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Camp Courage stokes embers of a bright future for Island Indigenous girls

  • Camp Courage, hosted by the Coastal Nations Coast Guard Auxiliary, took place in T'Sou-ke Nation, empowering Indigenous girls to consider careers in emergency services.
  • This year's camp brought together 11 Indigenous girls from Gitxaala, Heiltsuk, Nisga'a, and Kyuquot/Checlesaht First Nations for training.
  • Dawn Wilson, CEO of the Coastal Nations Coast Guard Auxiliary, stated that showing Indigenous girls representations in these roles helps build trust and empowers them, allowing them to believe in themselves.
  • Campers expressed that the experience was life-changing, with many considering careers in various emergency services after the camp.
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Comox Valley Record broke the news in Courtenay, Canada on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
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