Norman Tait was a master Nisga’a First Nations sculptor and totem pole carver from Gingolx in northwestern British Columbia, Canada. Deeply rooted in the traditions of his community, Tait played a vital role in the revitalization and preservation of Nisga’a carving practices during the twentieth century. Largely self-taught yet mentored by respected Northwest Coast artists, Tait became known for his powerful interpretations of traditional crest figures including Raven, Eagle, Bear, and Killer Whale. His work reflects the formal balance, strong line, and symbolic depth characteristic of Northwest Coast Indigenous design. Through monumental totem poles, masks, and sculptural works, he honored ancestral narratives while contributing to the cultural continuity of his people. Beyond his artistic accomplishments, Tait was an important cultural leader and teacher. He worked to strengthen knowledge of Nisga’a history, language, and ceremony, and mentored younger generations of carvers in both technique and cultural responsibility. His carvings stand as enduring expressions of identity, lineage, and storytelling—bridging past and present through the living tradition of Northwest Coast art.