Katzie First Nation:

qqicy (Katzie) - Land of the moss Katzie First Nation are traditional hnqminm speaking people. Most of our strong and growing community of 614 members continue to live in our traditional territory. At the centre of our territory is sqycya xaca (the lake of the Katzie), now known as Pitt Lake. Our territory extends to include the streams, rivers, and lands included within the present-day municipalities of Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Surrey, Langley and traditional territory in surrounding cities. We trace our origins to our Ancestor elctn who was placed in qicy (Katzie) territory by the powerful benefactor Swaneset. Swaneset shaped the lands and waters so that qicy might care for them, and they in turn might care for qicy. We continue, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools and the forced imposition of other colonial policies, to celebrate, strengthen, and practice the knowledge and traditions of our Ancestors. Our departments include Administration, Health, Human an...