October 8, 2025 | Whistler, B.C. – The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) is proud to announce its feature exhibition, Woven Pathways: Indigenous Fashion and Cultural Continuity, opening Saturday, October 18, 2025, curated by Rebecca Baker-Grenier (Kwakiutł / Sḵwx̱wú7mesh).
Connected through waters and shared territory, this exhibit features Squamish and Lil̓wat fashion and accessory designers with guest artists from the Northwest Coast. Through contemporary expression, Indigenous designers represent their identities rooted in lineage, land, and culture, shaping the future of fashion. Featuring works selected by Guest Curator Rebecca Baker-Grenier, an Indigenous Designer of Kwakiutł and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh ancestry.
“Woven Pathways: Indigenous Fashion and Cultural Continuity is a celebration of the Indigenous artists whose fashion embodies exemplary creativity, focusing on the interconnections between land, identity, and cultural knowledge,” says Guest Curator Rebecca Baker-Grenier. “It stands as a testament to the resilience and strength of our ancestors, and as a symbol of love for the generations to come. Fashion is not simply aesthetic; it is a powerful assertion of presence, sovereignty, and belonging. The artworks are rooted in traditional teachings, materials, and techniques, yet the artists are innovating and transforming these foundations to create a pathway that defines the future of Indigenous fashion.”
Featured Designers
Aleen Sparrow, ʔəlməɬa:t · Alicia S. · Amanda Baker · Amanda Ritchie · Chepximiya Siyám, Chief Janice George · Cheximiya Allison Burns-Joseph · Curtis Oland · Desmon “Day Day” Pack · Himikalas Pam Baker · Katrina Wallace · The Historymkrs · Kolten Khasalus Grant · Melody Bruce · Moody Dan · Rebecca Baker-Grenier · Santana Walker · Sydney Pascal · Tanina Williams
Guests are invited to experience a journey bridging ancestral stories in modern times, considering how culture is woven into art to create new pathways for fashion. The exhibition will be on view in Galleries 2 and 3 of the SLCC through April 5, 2026, with entry included in museum admission. Hourly What We Treasure guided tours provide additional context, and Annual Memberships offer year-round access while supporting this authentic Indigenous-owned cultural centre, its cultural revitalization programs, and the SLCC Indigenous Youth Ambassador program.
The exhibition’s presence beautifully complements Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week (VIFW), which will conclude in Whistler with a Grand Finale at the SLCC on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The Above the Clouds Fashion Show, Indigenous Artisan Market, and Workshop will highlight the creativity of Indigenous designers, drawing attention and audiences to the ongoing Woven Pathways exhibition. The exhibition and partnership with VIFW showcase how fashion and contemporary design are powerful vehicles for Indigenous cultural expression, connecting heritage, creativity, and community.
The Woven Pathways: Indigenous Fashion and Cultural Continuity exhibition is gratefully supported by The Resort Municipality of Whistler.
Learn more about the Woven Pathways Exhibit: slcc.ca/woven-pathways
Learn more about the VIFW Above the Clouds Fashion Show at SLCC on Sunday November 23, 2025 at slcc.ca/vifw