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Bhagyashree Chatterjee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Bhagyashree Chatterjee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Bhagyashree Chatterjee is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter for The Squamish Chief who covers Indigenous matters and civic affairs.
Bhagyashree writes and researches stories that recognize the history, culture and traditions of First Nations communities, in particular the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation).
In the past, Bhagyashree has worked with various organizations such as CBC, Al Jazeera, The Wire, Xtra Magazine, and the Global Reporting Program at UBC.
She believes in the narrative that people are not 'voiceless' rather they are 'unheard' and wishes to bring all the sides of the coin on the table. She can be reached at – [email protected]

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Recent Work by Bhagyashree

Not all green is good–invasive species in the Sea to Sky Corridor

Not all green is good–invasive species in the Sea to Sky Corridor

‘Invasive species do not respect property boundaries,’ says Sea to Sky Invasive Species Council.
Squamish Search and Rescue honoured for dramatic helicopter rescue

Squamish Search and Rescue honoured for dramatic helicopter rescue

James Dahmer and SSAR team save two climbers after a boulder strike on the Stawamus Chief.
The goose is loose! Squamish community raises $2,000 to rescue injured goose with net gun

The goose is loose! Squamish community raises $2,000 to rescue injured goose with net gun

Efforts underway to save injured goose sporting a 33-inch arrow.
ICYMI: Orange Shirt Day events in the Sea to Sky Corridor

ICYMI: Orange Shirt Day events in the Sea to Sky Corridor

From marches to museum exhibits, communities in the Sea to Sky Corridor have lots of options for Sept. 30.
Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Addressing climate change resilience

Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Addressing climate change resilience

West Van-Sea to Sky candidates centre Indigenous knowledge and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Nation partnership in climate plans.
B.C. corporations urged to move beyond symbolism on Orange Shirt Day

B.C. corporations urged to move beyond symbolism on Orange Shirt Day

‘Real progress starts with education and understanding our culture,’ says former business development manager for the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Nation.
A cappuccino and a boot dryer: Fundraiser launched to support educators at Cheakamus Centre

A cappuccino and a boot dryer: Fundraiser launched to support educators at Cheakamus Centre

‘Let’s show our appreciation for their dedication,’ says the campaign organizer.
Updated: After campers stranded in Squamish Valley, road now passable

Updated: After campers stranded in Squamish Valley, road now passable

Campers reflect on close calls, kindness and the importance of being prepared.
How Indigenous education councils influence the Sea to Sky school district’s policies

How Indigenous education councils influence the Sea to Sky school district’s policies

‘We need to weave [Indigenous] knowledge into the fabric of our public school system,’ says the director of instruction for Indigenous education at the Sea to Sky School District. 
On tonight: Laughing through loss: Indigenous comedian Keith Nahanee’s stand up

On tonight: Laughing through loss: Indigenous comedian Keith Nahanee’s stand up

Keith Nahanee headlines the Gag at the BAG comedy show, bringing his Indigenous humour to Squamish's Brackendale Art Gallery. 
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