About Us

Established in 1980, Theytus became the first First Nations owned and operated Indigenous publishing house in Canada. Theytus’s 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 symbolizes the goal of documenting Indigenous cultures and worldviews through books.

Widely recognized in North America and internationally as the oldest Indigenous publishing house in Canada, Theytus is respected for 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 of being fully owned and operated by Indigenous people and a partner of the En'owkin Centre.

Theytus Books’ Environmental Efforts

In 2007, Theytus Books Ltd. used 482 kg of FSC-certified recycled paper. The use of recycled paper ensured the following savings:

These calculations are based on indications provided by the various paper manufacturers.

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Theytus Books would like to acknowledge the support of the following organizations.

Theytus acknowledges the support of the Canadian Government through the Department of Canadian Heritage Book Publishing Industry Development Program.

We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts which last year invested $20.3 million in writing and publishing throughout Canada.

Nous remercions de son soutien le Conseil des Arts du Canada, qui a investi 20,3 millions de dollars l'an dernier dans les lettres et l'édition à travers le Canada.

Theytus acknowledges the support of the B.C. Arts Council.