Isadore Charters, Yun a mo ceetza, bom at Upper Nicola Merritt BC. I have been living in Sto:lo territory for over 30 years and well aware of the history and culture of this nation. I graduated in fine arts from Fraser Valley College 1985. Completed Native Instructor Diploma program also Provincial program. Health is important to me. I still do sweat lodges, jog, teach native art, draw, paint, and attend Sto:lo Christian Fellowship church.

We need a place to gather indicated by the totem pole, longhouse, museum, cultural place and pit house in red. Red Earth. Healing is crucial to our people,
the Salish blanket with the flying geese design wraps us together in harmony. Four sacred colors are used for many healing ceremonies . Fish stand for food, traditional and social well-being. The eagle speaks of strength and unity in our communities. The eagle sees beauty, free from worlds greed and destruction . Eagle sings with kindness and truth, our children are watching, listening and following in our habits. As the smoke ascends we give thanks for all we have. We must prepare for the future shown on the left wing, housing, education, economy and beyond. Our Creator the sun or sphere shape has been here since time memorial, to give us warmth and the greatest gift Love .

All my Relations Yun a mo .