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Indigenous Cities - Vancouver
Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada
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Deadman's Island, by Chief Kwakwee Baker
The purpose of this story is to share knowledge of Squamish history of the surrounding lands of Vancouver and specifically what is now called Stanley Park, that is rich with legends, history and mysticism. In addition to sharing his cultural knowledge, Kwakwee hopes to further develop the story into a play and motion picture.
I Am Here Grandmother, by Olivia C. Davies
In I Am Here Grandmother, Rosemary Georgeson tells the story of how childhood memories and the Firehall Arts Centre led her to reclaiming four generations of her family, all propelled by the love for her great grandmother.
Staultlo, by Quelemia Sparrow
On the territory of the Məθkʷəy̓, cousins Quelemia and Chrystal Sparrow share the teachings of the legend of the sʔiɬqey̓ (double-headed serpent), while having a conversation on what it means to be contemporary Musqueam artists.
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National Arts Centre
The National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa is Canada’s leading performing arts hub, dedicated to music, theatre, dance, and creation. Home to the renowned NAC Orchestra and vibrant English, French, and Indigenous Theatre programs, it showcases artists from across Canada and the world.