Musqueam are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking peoples. We are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members whose territory encompasses Metro Vancouver.
Musqueam
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xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
The stal̕əw̓asəm (Riverview) Bridge will use art, storytelling & language to honour culture, history & stewardship of the land & waters.
In the coming weeks, artwork will be installed on the lower legs, upper tower & crossbeam of the bridge.
Learn more: ow.ly/Inte50Y949O
Congratulation, Kitty Guerin!
We’ve introduced a new harbour patrol patch designed with @musqueam artist Kitty Guerin, featuring the sʔi:ɬqəy̓ serpent. We’re grateful for this collaboration and our ongoing relationship with Musqueam. Learn more: bit.ly/3NzCyv5
ALT New VFPA harbour patrol patch
Thank you for hosting us @BoardofTrade ! We look forward to continuing our partnerships and relationships with our neighbours.
Yesterday we had the pleasure of hosting Chief Wayne Sparrow, elected chief of @musqueam, for a roundtable conversation on Musqueam’s priorities, vision for the future and how we can work together to build a stronger economy.
The annual Musqueam Christmas Craft Fair is happening November 22 & 23 from 10am - 4pm!
Stop by our community centre gym to shop over 50 vendors, including Musqueam, Indigenous and other local artisans.
$5 admission. Elders & children are FREE
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Putting their skills to the test. 💪
Chief Wayne Sparrow and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (@Musqueam) representatives went head-to-head in three epic mini challenges featuring the TRIONDA! ⚽️
Stay locked in to find out who won 👀⏭️
#WeAre26 #WeAreVancouver #FIFAWorldCup
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
📣 #Indigenous #ArtistCall. Expressions of interest due TOMORROW! 📣
The City is looking for @musqueam, @SquamishNation and @tsleilwaututh artists to create 3 Coast Salish artworks for the new PNE Amphitheatre.
Expressions of Interest due October 3 ➡️ bit.ly/3Xq3GPv
ALT Rendering of the new PNE Amphitheatre showing sloping large white roof with people and seating underneath.
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
In the spirit of Reconciliation, the YVR team participated in a Cedar Heart Workshop. As each heart was weaved, the team placed notes inside speaking to what Reconciliation means to them. A big thank you to @Musqueam Artists Rita & Zoe Kompst for teaching us this afternoon!
ALT The YVR team participating in a Cedar Heart Workshop
ALT The YVR team participating in a Cedar Heart Workshop
ALT The YVR team participating in a Cedar Heart Workshop
ALT The YVR team participating in a Cedar Heart Workshop
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Honoured to witness the Remembrance Day Ceremony in War Memorial Gym @UBC. So moved to watch fellow @musqueam member Laurence Paul lay a wreath on behalf of our community and stand with my friendUBC professor, Henry Yu.
#LestWeForget
#RemembanceDay
There are three art opportunities for Musqueam artists open now!
Check out our website more info: musqueam.bc.ca/artcalls
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Coldplay receive a welcome on-stage at BC Place by youth representatives of xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
bcplace.com/news/2023-09-22/…
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Congrats to the winners of the 2023 Climate & Energy Action Awards! #UBCM23
@TownofGibsons @cityofkelowna @musqueam @CityPowellRiver @saanich @SummerlandBC @CityOfVictoria @CentralSaanich @crd_bc
communityenergy.ca/local-cli…
ALT 2023 Climate & Energy Action Award Winners
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Travelling through YVR tomorrow? Our @musqueam Market is back from 9am-4pm at Domestic Departures Level 3! Stock up on authentic Indigenous jewelry, artwork and more to take to your final destination. We hope you'll join us in supporting #Indigenous small business owners.
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Our @musqueam Market is back this Friday, September 22 from 9am-4pm at Domestic Departures Level 3! Join us for a very special day celebrating the works and creativity of #Indigenous small business owners and the talents of Full Circle First Nations Performance artists.
ALT Miss Christie Lee and Murray Porter sing into microphones. The text reads, "join us at the Musqueam Market."
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This afternoon at @musqueam's Salish 2Spirit Pride Celebration, the new Trans Pride crosswalk by artist Chase Gray was unveiled! As we continue to walk together in a good way, we're honoured to have been part of today's celebration.
Learn more: musqueam.bc.ca/pride2023/
ALT The Musqueam flag flying over the new crosswalk
ALT The ceremony celebrating the new crosswalk unveiling
ALT A family group photo on the new crosswalk
ALT Drag queen Abb 'Original performing and throwing flower pedals
For the second year, we are collaborating with the @ChanCentre to showcase Indigenous artists at ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl ✨
Saturday, September 16 with daytime & evening programming!
Join the @ChanCentre and @musqueam for the 2nd annual Indigenous-led festival, Come Toward the Fire! Taking place on September 16, this event is a family-friendly event, open to everyone. Free for Indigenous peoples. Book tickets: bit.ly/3NOQpvj
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band retweeted
Councillor Point noted the key challenges in the path to reconciliation and shared some advice for members of the business community looking to work more closely with local First Nations.
