Authentic Indigenous

Indigenous tourism at its highest level is well-being for all. 

When booking an Authentic Indigenous experience or visiting an Indigenous-owned business, your travel choice directly contributes to an Indigenous-led movement toward increased well-being for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples in BC through tourism. 

Many Indigenous-owned businesses have cultural components and contribute to their communities. The Authentic Indigenous designation highlights businesses that provide genuine cultural experiences, support their communities, and prioritize sustainability. This means visitors can engage with Indigenous cultures meaningfully and respectfully, knowing their visit helps preserve traditions, empower local communities, and protect the environment.

Why Authentic Indigenous?

Authentic Indigenous-designated businesses go above and beyond to revitalize and protect Indigenous cultures, languages, and Traditional Territories in British Columbia.

Exemplary Cultural Preservation

• • Deep-rooted Traditions: Experiences are crafted by Indigenous people who uphold and share their rich cultural heritage.
  • Language Revitalization: Engage in programs that support the preservation and teaching of Indigenous languages.

Community Empowerment

• • Economic Growth: Revenue generated supports local Indigenous economies, creating jobs and supporting entrepreneurship.
  • Self-Determination: Tourism initiatives are governed by Indigenous leaders, ensuring that projects align with community values and priorities.

Sustainable Practices

• • Environmental Stewardship: Protecting and preserving the natural environment through Indigenous-led conservation efforts.
  • Responsible Tourism: Ensuring that all activities are conducted sustainably, minimizing environmental impact and promoting long-term preservation.

Support Indigenous Communities

Along with a track record of customer satisfaction and the preparedness to receive global guests and groups, Authentic Indigenous experiences in British Columbia embody the values of culture, community, and sustainability and deliver visitor-focused experiences with local First Nations consent and protocols.

Seek Out Authentic Indigenous Experiences

When booking your visit to British Columbia, add an Authentic Indigenous experience or support an Indigenous-owned business and participate in a meaningful cultural exchange that positively contributes to the protection and preservation of Indigenous lands, cultures, and First Nations communities in British Columbia.

Authentic Indigenous businesses are next-level, exemplary culture-sharing experiences, but many other Indigenous tourism businesses in BC are ready for visitors. Find them by looking for the Indigenous-owned designation. Learn more here.