I would like to thank Tristan Evans and Matthew Cook at the Chilliwack Museum and Archives for all the help they provided me with on this project. Research is made easy…(or should I say easier) when the staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for your guidance and willingness to help me keep digging.

Thank you to Keith Thor Carlson for connecting me with Squiala Chief Dave Jimmie. Being able to connect names to the faces of the young lacrosse players (see Lacrosse Field as Source of Empowerment) reminded me that to study the past and tell these stories is not only a privilege and an honour, but a responsibility. It is important to remember that behind the history, there is humanity.

I would also like to thank my supervisor, Scott Sheffield, for his guidance and support throughout this project. You know you picked the right supervisor when every check-in chat ends up running an hour longer than expected… I’m glad I found someone who matched my level of excitement at each new discovery and connection. Thank you for believing in me and helping me turn my vision into reality!

Lastly, I’d like to thank my family for supporting me through all the late nights and random info dumping. I know you weren’t always ready for a 7am rant about George Beers and cultural colonialism, but you all listened and nodded when appropriate anyway! Thank you for the countless coffees, the mid-research meals, and all the drives to the library and archives. Your love and support made this project possible.