Cowlitz Indian Tribe

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Celebrates Grand Opening of Q'anápsu Cannabis Dispensary

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
Cowlitz Indian Tribe, General council, Economic development, Hospital

Ridgefield, WA, April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is pleased to announce the official opening of its new cannabis dispensary, Q’anápsu, marking a significant achievement in the Tribe’s long-term plan to drive innovative economic development efforts on its reservation and across Southwest Washington.

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  • Ridgefield, WA, April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is pleased to announce the official opening of its new cannabis dispensary, Q’anápsu, marking a significant achievement in the Tribe’s long-term plan to drive innovative economic development efforts on its reservation and across Southwest Washington.
  • “Q'anápsu is more than just a dispensary; it is a reflection of our commitment to creating new opportunities that help serve our membership and our community,” said General Council Chairwoman Patty Kinswa-Gaiser.“As the Cowlitz Indian Tribe continues to diversify its economic base, Q'anápsu is yet another example of the high standard of excellence, responsible business practices, and innovation the tribe maintains when pursuing self-determination.”
    The grand opening ceremony for Q'anápsu was marked with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, celebrating the official opening of the dispensary.
  • The event was attended by Q'anápsu board members and tribal members, excited customers, and guests from across the community.
  • Prior to its grand opening on April 20th, the new dispensary also received a sacred blessing from Chairwoman Kinswa-Gaiser during a walkthrough event for board members on April 7th.

Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Celebrates 2022 Grant Recipients at 2nd Annual ilani Resort Event

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
General council, Hope, Natural Resources, Cowlitz Indian Tribe, Breast cancer, Housing, Food, Partnership, Health

The dinner, hosted by the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation, marks the second annual celebration of the tribe’s philanthropic partners and was attended by more than 400 community members.

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  • The dinner, hosted by the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation, marks the second annual celebration of the tribe’s philanthropic partners and was attended by more than 400 community members.
  • The event celebrated the impactful work of the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation’s 110 non-profit grantees awarded funding in 2022, which are addressing needs in community service areas such as food access, workforce development, veterans resources, healthcare, housing, natural resources, and many more.
  • “Having this opportunity to spend time with our grant recipients and reflect on their 2022 accomplishments is simply amazing.
  • Since 2017, The Cowlitz Indian Tribe has donated approximately $28 million to local and statewide community partners through the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Clark County Fund and the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Statewide Fund.

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Announces Sudden Passing of Chairman David Barnett

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Sunday, May 29, 2022
People, Social justice, Cowlitz Indian Tribe, Privacy, Forever People, Eagle, Time, Life, Freedom, Pacific Northwest, Barnett, General council, Jewellery

RIDGEFIELD, Wash., May 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --It is with great sadness that the Cowlitz Indian Tribe announces that David Barnett, the General Council Chairman of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, died unexpectedly last night of an apparent heart attack at his home in Shoreline, Washington.

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  • RIDGEFIELD, Wash., May 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --It is with great sadness that the Cowlitz Indian Tribe announces that David Barnett, the General Council Chairman of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, died unexpectedly last night of an apparent heart attack at his home in Shoreline, Washington.
  • Chairman Barnett served as leader of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe since he was elected to the position in June 2021.
  • In accordance with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe's succession plan, Chairman Barnett is succeeded by Patty Kinswa-Gaiser, General Council Vice-Chair.
  • The Cowlitz Indian Tribe, the Forever People, is a sovereign nation located in the Pacific Northwest.

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Releases Election Results

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Elections, Campaigns, Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, Coast Salish, Native American tribes, Cowlitz people, Cowlitz Indian Tribe, Indigenous peoples of North America, Cowlitz

Tribal election results are in for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, including eight positions across the General Council and the Tribal Council.

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  • Tribal election results are in for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, including eight positions across the General Council and the Tribal Council.
  • Voting in the tribal elections is open to all enrolled Cowlitz Indian Tribe members 18 and older.
  • Barnetts lifelong dedication to the Cowlitz Indian Tribe reflects the values instilled in him by his late father, John Barnett, a past chairman of the Tribe.
  • ABOUT THE COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE:
    The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is a growing force in community building in what are now Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis and parts of Pierce, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties.