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New book for young readers explores the importance of the Oolichan

By Adam Laskaris, Windspeaker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

When author Samantha Benyon was growing up in Prince Rupert, B.C., she had a strong interest in her Nisga’a culture, with a particular affinity towards the traditional cooking styles and foods associated with her heritage.

But it wasn’t easy to find books to read about the cuisine of her people.

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