Theytus Books Limited
Established in 1980, Theytus became the first First Nations owned and operated Indigenous publishing house in Canada. Theytus root begins within its name, a Salishan word meaning “preserving for the sake of handing down.” Selected by its’ First Nations founder Randy Fred, the name Theytus was selected to symbolize the goal of documenting Indigenous cultures and worldviews via books.
Widely recognized in North America and internationally as the Oldest Indigenous Publishing House in Canada, Theytus is respected for its efforts in producing and promoting appropriate reading material and information created by Indigenous authors, illustrators and artists.
Theytus strives to ensure that the Indigenous Voice and Vision is expressed in the highest level of cultural authenticity and integrity. Today, Theytus continues the legacy to be fully owned and operated by Indigenous people and is a division of the En’owkin Centre.