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Inukshuk on English Bay, Vancouver

The Inukshuk

 

Text from the plaque to be found at the foot of this statue situated at the southern end of English Bay Beach:

 

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

 
COMMENTS
Pkeener said at 2:12 p.m. on Dec 10, 2007:
it's like a giant totem. missed your work!
Decoy said at 2:25 p.m. on Dec 10, 2007:
I love stone as material, so it was a treat just to see this formation with the stones. But your first and last shot are so much more - it's "zen" to me. I love the first shot, and could sit and watch it for hours! =) Beautiful compositions and colours :)
JuDeck said at 10:47 a.m. on Dec 19, 2007:
Excellent work with lighting.
Welshchick said at 3:51 p.m. on Dec 19, 2007:
Anacortes Washington is my home town...many of your BC orca come and visit out in our bay~ this is beautiful-Thank you!
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