totem poles at kia'palano capilano suspension bridge park

Kia’palano

Kia’palano is an educational centre dedicated to highlighting the rich culture of the First Nations people and their connection to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

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A History Spanning Millennia

Situated upon the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Nation and Tsleil-Waututh Nation, the word Kia’palano means “beautiful river” in the Skwxwú7mesh language. Part of Capilano’s connection to their story involves the tradition of placing totem (story) poles on the grounds at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

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