Vancouver Inukshuk
Posted by: grafinator
N 49° 17.124 W 123° 08.587
10U E 489592 N 5459192
This Inukshuk is situated at the southern end of English Bay Beach.
Waymark Code: WMBGT
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 04/28/2006
Views: 229
Text from the plaque reads:
"Ancient symbols of Inuit culture traditionally used as landmarks and navigation aids, this grey granite statue representing a human form with outstretched arms is a well-known symbol in Canada of northern hospitality and friendship.
Constructed originally by Alvin Kanak of Rankin Inlet, this monument was commissioned by the Government of the Northwest Territories for its pavilion at Expo 86, and given to the City of Vancouver.
Permanent location of the Inukshuk on this site was sponsored as a gift to the city in 1987 by Coast Hotels through the Vancouver Legacies Programs.
Vancouver Board of parks and Recreation"
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