STORIES

Because salmon are symbolic, life-giving, and beloved, there are many stories about salmon. Some have been written, and some have yet to emerge. This section is the place to read salmon stories, and to contribute your own.

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Only rain down the drain

Yellow fish by a storm drain

Adam convinces his parents and neighbours not to let cleansers and other toxins go down the storm drains.  When Stream of Dreams came to his school, he learned that the yellow fish is a warning: toxins in the drain may harm fish in nearby streams!

Posted by Megan Moser on 3/27/09

First Nations peoples were the first to think salmon, and their stories and wisdom continue to inspire us today. Honouring the life-giving return of salmon and praying that their cycle begin anew is very important to Northwest Pacific Coast First Nations cultures.

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First Timer on the Bella Coola River

On a trip home to Bella Coola, Jacinda Mack finds herself in the front of a row boat, drifting down the Bella Coola River, hauling in salmon by the armload—all quite by accident. 

Posted by Megan Moser on 10/25/06

Salmon are all around us, even when we aren't near rivers. Keep your eyes peeled and you'll find salmon in our parks, on our buildings, and in statues.

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Think Salmon Ink

Intricate salmon tatoo

Posted by Megan Moser on 3/27/09

Think Salmon would be remiss if we didn't highlight fantastic people who make the world a better place for salmon! Past and present salmon heroes come to us through word of mouth, and yours counts: nominate a salmon hero and we'll put him/her into the running for future profiles.

Those who make it to full salmon-hero status are exceptional in their impacts on salmon; they're also profiled to be inspirational to you. Have you engaged in new and positive thinking or action that helps salmon in some way? If so, please write us here and we'll post your note!

Past Salmon Heroes