Vancouver Aquarium Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Through Unique Programming

• 10:30 AM - Welcome Ceremony: Tsatsu Staqayu, The Coastal Wolfpack, will lead a powerful drumming ceremony to open the day. This group of young Coast Salish members from across the Coast and Lower Mainland will also guide us in a moment of silence to reflect on the significance of the day.
  
  
• 11:30 AM - Storytelling & Craft Session: Squamish Nation author Lisa Lewis will share a meaningful children’s story in Underwater Stellar’s Bay, followed by a craft activity that encourages connection to Indigenous traditions.
  
  
• 11:30 AM - Tastes of Tradition: Enjoy Bannock, a traditional Indigenous food, prepared by Stephanie Watts outside Courtyard Café while quantities last.
  
  
• 1:00 PM - Reflections Beneath The Waves: Hear from Squamish Nation elder and residential school survivor Bob Baker as he shares his story in Underwater Steller’s Bay.
  
  
• 2:45 PM - Storytelling & Craft Session (Second Session): Lisa Lewis will hold another storytelling and craft session in Underwater Steller’s Bay.

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For more information:
Todd Hauptman, Communications Manager
Todd.Hauptman@vanaqua.org
604-376-2252

September 30 Media Contact
Linda Lavergne, Community Outreach Manager
linda.lavergne@vanaqua.org / 604-908-7191

About Vancouver Aquarium

Since opening in 1956, the Vancouver Aquarium has connected over 50 million people from around the world to our oceans and inspired them to address key threats. Located in Stanley Park, the Vancouver Aquarium is home to over 65,000 incredible animals. The Vancouver Aquarium is a fully accredited member of Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA), Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA), and is Humane Conservation Certified by American Humane.