Alert Bay: Ancient Resource Site of the 'Namgis People
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Discover the rich history of Alert Bay, an ancient resource site and traditional home of the 'Namgis people. Located on Cormorant Island in the Queen Charlotte Strait, Alert Bay offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the First Nations. Explore the totem poles and learn about the fascinating traditions of the 'Namgis people.
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Alert Bay, de Menil Collection

Alert Bay or 'Yalis, meaning "Spreading Leg Beach" was an ancient resource site and has been a traditional home of the 'Namgis people for several thousand years. It is located on Cormorant Island in the Queen Charlotte Strait. In 1860 the site was renamed "Alert Bay" after a British naval gunship. Colonial entrepreneurs set up a fish saltery at 'Yalis in 1870 and persuaded the 'Namgis people to relocate there from Xwalkw to provide labour for the new factory. The Namgis Burial Grounds at…
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