xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band

Musqueam are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking peoples. We are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members whose territory encompasses Metro Vancouver.

[Pattullo Bridge Replacement @pattulloproject]

The stal̕əw̓asəm (Riverview) Bridge will use art, storytelling & language to honour culture, history & stewardship of the land & waters.

In the coming weeks, artwork will be installed on the lower legs, upper tower & crossbeam of the bridge.

Learn more: https://t.co/Uk9hg9wuF8

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

Congratulation, Kitty Guerin!

[Port of Vancouver @PortVancouver]

We’ve introduced a new harbour patrol patch designed with @musqueam artist Kitty Guerin, featuring the sʔi:ɬqəy̓ serpent. We’re grateful for this collaboration and our ongoing relationship with Musqueam. Learn more: https://t.co/b4d49bLHHL

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

Thank you for hosting us @BoardofTrade ! We look forward to continuing our partnerships and relationships with our neighbours.

[Greater Vancouver Board of Trade @BoardofTrade]

Yesterday we had the pleasure of hosting Chief Wayne Sparrow, elected chief of @musqueam, for a roundtable conversation on Musqueam’s priorities, vision for the future and how we can work together to build a stronger economy.

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

@CityofDeltaBC will install 2 welcome poles at City Hall next year, recognizing the territory of Musqueam and Tsawwassen Nations. Poles are carved by Musqueam artist Thomas Cannell and Tsawwassen artists Bryce Williams & Karl Morgan.
@NorDelReporter

https://t.co/kRjr6KlzzQ

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

The annual Musqueam Christmas Craft Fair is happening November 22 & 23 from 10am - 4pm!
Stop by our community centre gym to shop over 50 vendors, including Musqueam, Indigenous and other local artisans.
$5 admission. Elders & children are FREE

[FWC26Vancouver @FWC26Vancouver]

Putting their skills to the test. 💪

Chief Wayne Sparrow and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (@Musqueam) representatives went head-to-head in three epic mini challenges featuring the TRIONDA! ⚽️

Stay locked in to find out who won 👀⏭️

#WeAre26 #WeAreVancouver #FIFAWorldCup

[City of Vancouver @CityofVancouver]

📣 #Indigenous #ArtistCall. Expressions of interest due TOMORROW! 📣

The City is looking for @musqueam, @SquamishNation and @tsleilwaututh artists to create 3 Coast Salish artworks for the new PNE Amphitheatre.

Expressions of Interest due October 3 ➡️ https://t.co/W0hZw5i7pE

[YVR @yvrairport]

In the spirit of Reconciliation, the YVR team participated in a Cedar Heart Workshop. As each heart was weaved, the team placed notes inside speaking to what Reconciliation means to them. A big thank you to @Musqueam Artists Rita & Zoe Kompst for teaching us this afternoon!

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

Congratulations, Mack Paul!! ❤️

[Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 @InvictusGames25]

ENGLISH THREAD: (1/3)

Meet kʷəlasəltən, Mack Paul, the collaborating artist from xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam). Raised in a strong family with traditional cultural teachings, Mack is a learner and advocate for Musqueam’s ancestral language, hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓,

[Wade Grant @WadeGrant]

Honoured to witness the Remembrance Day Ceremony in War Memorial Gym @UBC. So moved to watch fellow @musqueam member Laurence Paul lay a wreath on behalf of our community and stand with my friendUBC professor, Henry Yu.
#LestWeForget
#RemembanceDay

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

There are three art opportunities for Musqueam artists open now!

Check out our website more info: https://t.co/5fb5R9gUdU

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

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[BC Place @bcplace]

Coldplay receive a welcome on-stage at BC Place by youth representatives of xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

https://t.co/HqMdIWTCVg

[Real Estate Foundation of BC @REFBC]

Congrats to the winners of the 2023 Climate & Energy Action Awards! #UBCM23

@TownofGibsons @cityofkelowna @musqueam @CityPowellRiver @saanich @SummerlandBC @CityOfVictoria @CentralSaanich @crd_bc

https://t.co/xNOZos0diG

[YVR @yvrairport]

Travelling through YVR tomorrow? Our @musqueam Market is back from 9am-4pm at Domestic Departures Level 3! Stock up on authentic Indigenous jewelry, artwork and more to take to your final destination. We hope you'll join us in supporting #Indigenous small business owners.

[YVR @yvrairport]

Our @musqueam Market is back this Friday, September 22 from 9am-4pm at Domestic Departures Level 3! Join us for a very special day celebrating the works and creativity of #Indigenous small business owners and the talents of Full Circle First Nations Performance artists.

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

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[YVR @yvrairport]

This afternoon at @musqueam's Salish 2Spirit Pride Celebration, the new Trans Pride crosswalk by artist Chase Gray was unveiled! As we continue to walk together in a good way, we're honoured to have been part of today's celebration.

Learn more: https://t.co/IWFlE4Tmia

[xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band @musqueam]

For the second year, we are collaborating with the @ChanCentre to showcase Indigenous artists at ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl ✨

Saturday, September 16 with daytime & evening programming!

[Museum of Anthropology at UBC @MOA_UBC]

Join the @ChanCentre and @musqueam for the 2nd annual Indigenous-led festival, Come Toward the Fire! Taking place on September 16, this event is a family-friendly event, open to everyone. Free for Indigenous peoples. Book tickets: https://t.co/wUXheQqN9B

[Greater Vancouver Board of Trade @BoardofTrade]

Councillor Point noted the key challenges in the path to reconciliation and shared some advice for members of the business community looking to work more closely with local First Nations.