Tla’amin Nation Statement Regarding Tex the Grizzly
July 16, 2025
Tla’amin Nation held a ceremony yesterday to honour the spirit of Tex the Grizzly, after taking custody of his remains. Tex was found dead on Texada Island on Monday.
A coordinated relocation effort between the Shíshálh, Tla’amin, and Homalco First Nations was already underway when Tex was illegally shot, maimed, and killed. The plan, which had been approved by conservation officials, involved setting traps to safely move Tex to a remote area at the head of Bute Inlet.
We are deeply saddened by this outcome. Tex’s life mattered, and our Nations had come together in a good way to find a peaceful solution.
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