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Siy’ám’ Smánit – The Stawamus Chief

During mythological times Siy’ám’ Smánit (The Stawamus Chief, in Squamish BC) was a longhouse. A Tl’a7áshen-Feast was held inside with all of the animal people as guests. Xaays-Transformer Brothers immortalized
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Cultural Journey: The Self-Guided Cultural Journey Through The Squamish And Lil’wat First Nations

The Sea-to-Sky Corridor is a route stretching north from Vancouver through Whistler, renowned worldwide for its breathtaking ocean views and magnificent mountain ranges. The corridor is much more than spectacular
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Rituals: Sacred Bundles Workshops

January 16, 2016 in Whistler, Facilitated by Squamish Nation’s Chief Janice George The land, our Mother, provides for us. We have collaborated with our Mother since the beginning of our
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Whistler Film Festival’s awards created by Squamish Nation artist, Jim Yelton

The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is proud to be part of the 2015 Whistler Film Festival!  This year’s Film Festival Awards were created by Squamish Nation artist Jim Yelton.  The design
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SLCC awarded 2015 ATBC Cultural Centre and Attraction of the Year Award

Whistler, B.C. – The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) located in Whistler, BC has been recognized by the Aboriginal Tourism Association of B.C. with the 2015 B.C Cultural Centre and Attractions of the Year award.
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The X̲aays Canoe – The Spirit of the Canoe

the Xxays canoe still makes its journey and fulfills the spirit of our people for generations to come.
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Squamish Overpass Wins Design Award

The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is excited to share news of an award related to Cultural Journey. The 2014 International Bridge Conference awarded the Arthur C. Hayden Medal to Hatch
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First Nation Designed Medals for the Great Outdoor Festival

Whistler's First Go Festival is taking place this weekend and we were honoured with the opportunity to help source the medals for the many events taking place!
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Art Feature of the Week: Rattles

Pacific Northwest Coast First Nations rattles or shakers are an instrument that is used in sweat lodge and healing ceremonies, community songs or a moment of reflection and connection on
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