Two weeks ago, social distancing (now 'physical distancing', because we need to socially support one another by phone, FaceTime, and other social platforms) wasn't a term many (if any) of us were familiar with, and now our close-knit SLCC Family is coping with the reality...
On Friday, March 20, the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre welcomes Whistler locals, visitors, and school groups to view a short documentary film that provides a glimpse into the lives of the 300 indigenous youth from across Canada that took part in the opening ceremonies for...
Indigenous Tourism is the fastest growing tourism sector in the world - and here's why....
One of the most frequently asked questions at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) is why this location was chosen to build our museum. The Cultural Ambassadors’ (our front line staff) typically respond by highlighting the designated parkland across the street, Lost Lake Park, maintaining...
When the rains began in the fall the Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Úwumixw and Lil’wat7ul made sure their families had their winter stocks full for settling into their winter homes....
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 scenery — it is also a Cultural Journey and there are kiosks that tell a...
SALISH WOOL WEAVING WORKSHOP Learn the traditional techniques of Salish Wool Weaving! Wool Weaving is an integral part of the rich cultural history of the Coastal Nations and historically involved gathering, spinning and weaving mountain goat wool. Blankets and headbands are worn for protection of...
Whistler, B.C. – February 28, 2017 MP Pam Goldsmith-Jones announces $242,000 in federal funding for the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s (SLCC) Aboriginal Youth Ambassador Program (AYA) for 2018....
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 time, she has provided what we need, and we have taken care of her. I will talk...
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 that Jim carved on this this year’s awards is the Wolf and Warrior Chief. The...