The Qqs Projects Society website is developed by the Heiltsuk First Nation peoples from Bella Bella. Bella Bella is on the central coast of British Columbia, in the middle of the Great Bear Rainforest.
In the traditional Heiltsuk language, “Qqs” (pronounced “kucks”) means “eyes”. The mandate of the “Qqs Society” is to help the youth keep their eyes open to their responsibilities as stewards of their culture and the environment. This very much supports the resounding message of being “one” with the environment.
The site outlines general information, the youth, culture, environment, projects, and relationships with other organizations.
This site is a great example of the community regaining strength in their culture, educating their youth in the traditional ways, and building bonds with organizations outside of their own culture. As a result, the vision is very clear and it lays the groundwork for the future success of the people.
