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Press Release: New Indigenous Signage Unveiled on Ucluelet’s Wild Pacific Trail, June 6, 2025

09 June 2025

Ucluelet, B.C. — The District of Ucluelet and the Wild Pacific Trail Society, with the valued guidance and collaboration of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ (Ucluelet First Nation), are proud to unveil a new series of interpretive signs along the Ancient Cedars section of the Wild Pacific Trail. This meaningful initiative honours Indigenous knowledge, language, and the enduring relationship between people and forest ecosystems that has shaped this region for millennia. The installation includes six interpretive panels featuring Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ teachings developed by Carey Cunneyworth and Jeneva Touchie. Visitors are invited to engage with an interactive audio box: powered by a hand crank, that shares Jeneva’s voice and guidance on the pronunciation of eight Indigenous names and concepts. These educational materials highlight the ecological and cultural significance of each tree species, blending Indigenous teachings with ecological insight. A culturally modified tree is now featured with a newly built deck and interpretive signage, offering context on traditional plank harvesting methods that reflect a deep-rooted practice of sustainability and stewardship. Additionally, four new signs illustrate the regenerative power of fallen cedars through mycorrhizal networks, underscoring the forest’s intricate interconnectedness and resilience. This project, three years in development, was made possible through the support of Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) funding, Clayoquot Biosphere Trust, Black Rock Oceanfront Resort, the Wild Pacific Trail Society, and the District of Ucluelet. The leadership and contributions of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government were instrumental in bringing this vision to life, providing a legacy of cultural learning for residents and visitors alike. “We’re thankful for the collaboration that made this project possible, especially the guidance and contributions of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ. These new interpretive signs offer a meaningful opportunity for both residents and visitors to connect more deeply with the land, its history, and the cultural knowledge that continues to shape it.” Said District of Ucluelet Mayor, Marilyn McEwen. The community is warmly invited to join us for the official opening celebration on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Ancient Cedars Trailhead. Come walk the trail, engage with these teachings, and experience the wisdom of the land and its first caretakers. For media Inquires contact: Samantha McCullough District of Ucluelet smccullough@ucluelet.ca Barb Schramm President Wild Pacific Trail Society president@wildpacifictrail.com Carey Cunneyworth / Kʷiisaḥi Director of ḥaahuupač̓akukqinʔaała, Language & Heritage carey.cunneyworth@ufn.ca

2025 By-Election Notice of Election and Advance Voting

02 June 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors of the District of Ucluelet that a by-election by voting is necessary for the Office of Councillor (one to be elected) for a term ending October, 2026. EVALINA, Todd MORRISON, Myles JONES, Trevor NOEL, Mayco General Voting Day is Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ucluelet Community Centre, 500 Matterson Drive. Wheelchair access and curbside voting are available. Notice of Advance Voting Opportunities For those who are unable to vote on general voting day, an advance voting opportunity will be held at the Ucluelet Community Centre, 500 Matterson Drive from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Registering to Vote Electors whose names are not on the list of registered electors may register at the time or voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place and providing required identification. Resident Electors A Resident Elector must meet the following requirements: age 18 or older on the day of registration or on general voting day; Canadian citizen; resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; a resident of the District of Ucluelet; and not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law To register, Resident Electors will be required to produce two pieces of Identification (at least one with a signature; photo identification is unnecessary) to prove both residency and identity. Non-Resident Property Electors A Non-Resident Property Elector must meet the following requirements: age 18 or older on the day of registration or on general voting day; Canadian citizen; resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration, registered owner of real property in the District of Ucluelet for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; not entitled to register as a resident elector in the District of Ucluelet; not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law; not registered as a non-resident property elector in relation to any other parcel of real property in the District of Ucluelet; if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector; and the only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common, are individuals who are not holding the properly in trust for a corporation or another trust. To register, Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to produce two pieces of Identification (at least one with a signature; photo identification is unnecessary), AND proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and if applicable, written consent from the other property owners. A property tax notice/certificate, a property assessment notice from BC Assessment, a State of Title Certificate, Title Search or Certificate of Indefeasible Title are acceptable forms of proof of property ownership. No corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote, and permanent residents of Canada (landed immigrants) who have not yet become Canadian citizens are not entitled to vote. Contact the Election Office If you have enquiries or require more information: Corporate Services District of Ucluelet Municipal Office 200 Main Street, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 00 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays) Further Information Visit the District’s election web page at Ucluelet.ca/by-election or contact the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at elections@ucluelet.ca. M. Brown, Chief Election Officer