Hasaatuk

“Hasaatuk” meaning loud vibrant voice in their nuučaan̓uł (nuu- chah-nulth) language, hails from their traditional homelands of Ahousaht on the west coast of Vancouver Island Canada. 

 Her music explores a diverse range of indigenous, environmental and social horizons that combine a blend of acoustic, blues and alternative styles of expression. 

In addition to her musical path, Hasaatuk is actively involved in activism and advocacy for the protection and preservation of Indigenous lands, culture and language.  They have participated in a wide variety of campaigns that raise awareness of environmental devastation caused by mining, oil extraction, deforestation, climate justice and aquaculture. She uses her music to shed light upon the interconnectedness that is maintained through ancestral, indigenous roots to the lands and waters and she maintains a lifestyle that keeps her connected to her traditional territories, culture and family.