Whistler BC - Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre


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July 7th 2015
Published: July 10th 2015
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The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler BC The Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation have coexisted respectfully as neighbors since time immemorial. They thrived on the bounty of the ocean, the rivers, and the land, living in close relationship with the world around them. Their cultures are grounded in rich, ancient traditions, & continue to grow and evolve in a modern world. The Squami... Read Full Entry



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The pole was restored by Cody Mathias and Gary Mathias Ray Baker, descendants of Chief Mathias.
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More info: http://www.squamish.net/chief-joseph-joe-william-mathais/ http://www.coastalartbeat.ca/?tag=chief-mathias
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Decorated canoe paddles








10th July 2015
INSIDE THE GREAT HALL

What a wonderful centre to learn about BC's rich First Nations heritage.
If I get to Whistler, I have to visit this place. Thanks for sharing.
11th July 2015

Thank you for bringing this to our attention !
Like most people, I imagine, I'd never heard of this until now. It's such a pleasure to see how some of our First Nations tribes cooperate to make the rest of the world aware of the beauty and meaning of their ancestral culture. You've done a great job with your camera, as always. Thank you for a most interesting and illuminating blog.

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