Snuneymuxw First Nation has announced the name of a new community hub near the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
The Village at stlilnup is expected to open this summer and will include shops and services along the waterfront.
The name comes from one of the first three villages of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.
“Since the time of the first families, stlilnup has been a place of gathering and community for Snuneymuxw,” Chief Mike Wyse said. “Restoring Snuneymuxw presence here is part of our Nation’s work to rebuild our economy while honouring the places that have sustained our people and all people who live within our shared communities. The name stlilnup reminds us that our future prosperity continues to be rooted in our lands, history and snawaylth.”
The new logo, designed by Eliot White-Hill, draws on stories about the sun, described as a grandfather who visited each home across the Snuneymuxw villages every day. According to the story, he was kidnapped by Seagull and, after being rescued by Raven, rose to live in the sky.
“The name and logo ground this beautiful new development in deep meaning,” Ian Simpson, Yaatqumtun, chief executive officer of Petroglyph Development Group, said. “The name stlilnup honours our village and the artwork shares teachings and stories connected to the land. As we prepare for the future of this site, it was important that the voices of past generations help light the path forward.”
More information about tenants and services at the Village at stlilnup will be announced in the coming months.
