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The Heroes of Ahousaht This page is dedicated to the creation of a bronze sculpture that commemorates the heroic rescue of people by the Ahousaht Nation

A SCULPTURE PROJECT
On October 25th, 2015, when the whale watching vessel Leviathan II capsized off the Vancouver Island town of Tofino, 5 boats from the Ahousaht First Nations were first on the scene to assist with the rescue. This is not the first time members of the Ahousaht First Nations led rescue efforts, showing their care, compassion and bravery. In the words of Chief Greg Louie of the Aho

usaht First Nations: “We did this yesterday, we will do it today, and we will do it tomorrow, regardless of race, color or religion.”
Often heroic and life changing events are recognized immediately after the incident, and then quickly forgotten, although the gratitude is heartfelt and sincere, as lasting memories linger in the minds of both rescuers and those rescued. With gratitude and pride in the lifesaving actions of the Ahousaht rescuers both on this and other occasions, we propose the creation of a sculpture, which would commemorate for all time the heroism of the Ahousaht People. for more see the article posted bu Macleans Magazine: http://www.macleans.ca/sinking-of-leviathan-ii/
THE PLAN
Internationally recognized sculptor JOCK HILDEBRAND (www.jockhildebrand.com) will create a sculpture to be placed in a public location. The sculpture will depict a round disc representing the ocean, out of which one hand will reach to take the hand of another (see attached sketch). The hands will be created by taking live casts from one of the survivors and one of the rescuers. These will be enlarged to form part of the sculpture, intended to be approximately 18 ft high. With the consent and blessing of the Ahousaht First Nations Council, we are working on all aspects of the project, including:
• Creation of the sculpture from concept through to installation
• Participation of First Nations youth to learn about sculpture creation and specifically the bronze casting process
• A documentary of the project
HOW YOU CAN HELP
This project can only become a reality through group and individual donations. If you would like to help us recognize THE HEROES OF AHOUSAHT, please contact us at [email protected] or www.facebook.com/HeroesofAhousaht . A website to accept donations is under construction. With sincerely thanks, Jock and Carmen Hildebrand (Sculptors) & Jennifer Newman (survivor)

16/03/2017

The project is in the process of trying to find a permanent home . Ive considered a number of places that would be appropriate for this sculpture.. I'm also trying on suggestions from you..

Member of Parliament , Alister Mac Gregor has just written a letter of support. Thanks Alister!
16/03/2017

Member of Parliament , Alister Mac Gregor has just written a letter of support. Thanks Alister!

07/12/2016

Just Completed interview with 2 survivors from the tragedy. Amazing story of courage and tenaciousness. the story will appear on heroesofahousaht.com soon.

http://www.macleans.ca/sinking-of-leviathan-ii/Well written article from MacLeans Magazine published last year. Annive...
21/10/2016

http://www.macleans.ca/sinking-of-leviathan-ii/

Well written article from MacLeans Magazine published last year. Anniversary date is on Tuesday, 25th of October. I will be giving an interview on CBC radio with Gregor Craigie on that date. "On the Island" Vancouver Island's CBC morning radio show.

The Leviathan II whale-watching ship capsized last October, killing six. For the first time, the survivors and rescuers recount how the tragedy unfolded.

03/10/2016

A Survivor and an Ahousaht rescuer will have life casts taken of their hands and enlarged to form a major portion of the sculpture.

Drawings for the Heroes Of Ahousaht bronze sculpture
03/10/2016

Drawings for the Heroes Of Ahousaht bronze sculpture

03/10/2016

We are happy to announce our FIRST OFFICIAL DONATION to the Heroes of Ahousaht Project from Sterling Haynes of Kelowna, BC, who wrote:
Dear Carmen and Jock:
I was inspired by your new bronze (sketch) honoring our heroes. I will donate a small amount to help you with your work and your vision. We need you and Carmen to elevate our lives … We follow your work and are amazed by it.
Cheers,
Sterling Haynes
Kelowna BC

03/10/2016
03/10/2016

We are happy to announce our FIRST OFFICIAL DONATION to the Heroes of Ahousaht Project from Sterling Haynes of Kelowna, BC, who wrote:
Dear Carmen and Jock:
I was inspired by your new bronze (sketch) honoring our heroes. I will donate a small amount to help you with your work and your vision. We need you and Carmen to elevate our lives … We follow your work and are amazed by it.
Cheers,
Sterling Haynes
Kelowna BC

The Conceptual drawing of "Heroes of Ahousaht"
17/09/2016

The Conceptual drawing of "Heroes of Ahousaht"

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