James Teit

James Teit was a Scottish-Canadian ethnographer and ethnologist who lived from 1855 to 1922. He dedicated his life to studying and documenting the cultures, languages, and traditions of Indigenous peoples in the Pacific Northwest, including groups like the Coast Salish and Nootka. Teit worked closely with Indigenous communities, recording their stories, customs, and histories, which helped preserve their cultural heritage. He was also an advocate for Indigenous rights and contributed significantly to anthropological knowledge. His work remains influential in understanding the history and cultures of Indigenous peoples in British Columbia and surrounding areas.