First Nation Totem Pole

Its location is at the corner on government st & Belleville st by the harbor across from the Empress hotel

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A totem pole typically features symbolic and stylized human, animal, and supernatural forms. Totem poles are primarily visual representations of kinship, depicting family crests and clan membership. For example, some Kwakwaka’wakw families of northern Vancouver Island belonging to the Thunderbird Clan will feature a Thunderbird crest and familial legends on their poles. Other common crests among coastal First Nations include the wolf, eagle, grizzly bear, thunderbird, killer whale, frog, raven, and salmon. Wealthy and influential families may have more than one crest. Totem poles can also be created to honour a particular event or important person. This totem pole pays homage to the first nations of this area - perhaps take a well-deserved break from your tour and take in the awesome energy that emanates from this display.