Location: Bain Avenue west of Logan
Date photo taken: 14 August 2019
This canoe is a uniquely beautiful project by residents of Bain Co-op, representing their commitment to reconciliation. It was painted by Les Harper, an Indigenous artist, with help from local children, and is planted with Indigenous healing plants. The project was a way to introduce the community to Indigenous issues and the stone in front bears the inscription below, to ensure that passers-by understand its significance.
The Bain Co-op Canoe acknowledges the Truth and Reconciliation Commission on the Residential School System. In a Spirit of Mutual Healing, our Canoe is in Honour of all those affected by this Experience. Painted and Planted by the Community.June 2017
A video describing the project is available on the project's Facebook page.
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