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Where is the Salish Sea? / Où se trouve la mer des Salish ?
Where is the Salish Sea? / Où se trouve la mer des Salish ?
The Salish Sea (la mer des Salish) is a large body of saltwater on the west coast of Canada and the United States. It includes the Strait of Georgia (le détroit de Georgia), the Juan de Fuca Strait (le détroit de Juan de Fuca), and Puget Sound.
These waters connect (relient) the islands, rivers, and mountains of British Columbia and Washington State. It is part of the environnement côtier (coastal environment) where people and nature live side by side.
Why is this area special? / Pourquoi cette région est-elle spéciale ?
Why is this area special? / Pourquoi cette région est-elle spéciale ?
For the Coast Salish Peoples (les Premiers Peuples de la côte Salish), the sea, land, and sky are all connected — interconnectés. They believe that people, animals, plants, and water are part of the same living system (le même monde vivant).
This belief is called interconnexion (interconnectedness). It reminds us that when we take care of the land (la terre), the land takes care of us. Everything in nature is connected — Tout est lié.
A Sea Full of Life / Une mer pleine de vie
A Sea Full of Life / Une mer pleine de vie
The Salish Sea is home to many animals (les animaux), like salmon (le saumon), orcas (les orques), seals, and sea birds. Under the waves, giant kelp forests (forêts de kelp) create shelter for fish and crabs.
Every species (chaque espèce) plays a role in keeping the écosystème healthy and balanced (équilibré). When one part changes, the others are affected too — that is interconnexion in action.
The Coast / La côte
The Coast / La côte
Along the coast (la côte), you can see forests, rocky beaches, and islands. This landscape is shared by humans and wildlife. For thousands of years, the Coast Salish Peoples have lived in balance with these waters and lands.
They use traditional knowledge (la sagesse traditionnelle) to guide fishing, harvesting, and community life. Their stories and teachings help others understand how to respect the natural world (le monde naturel).
Vocabulary Spotlight / Vocabulaire clé
Vocabulary Spotlight / Vocabulaire clé
la mer des Salish — the Salish Sea
les Premiers Peuples — First Peoples
l’interconnexion — interconnectedness
l’environnement — environment
la côte — coast
Tout est lié — Everything is connected
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