Nicholas XEMŦOLTW̱ Claxton

Nicholas XEMŦOLTW̱ Claxton is an Assistant Professor at the University of Victoria's School of Child and Youth Care. He holds a PhD from UVic and focuses on Indigenous knowledge revitalization through community-based and land-based methodologies. His research centers on the SX̱OLE traditional fishing practice of his First Nation community, emphasizing cross-border collaboration and intergenerational resilience.

Education: PhD (University of Victoria).

Research emphasizes Indigenous Resurgence frameworks, restoring traditional practices like reef net fishing, and reconnecting elders, youth, and communities through cultural practices. This work marked the first SX̱OLE revival in Canadian waters in a century, blending ceremony, ecological stewardship, and community rebuilding.

Grants and advising details are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His work aligns with broader themes of decolonizing education and cultural sovereignty.