Fish Icon

Fish Icon

Visitors to Tsawwassen Mills are greeted as they enter the Coast Salish Neighbourhood by the stunning view of these two, leaping salmon, historically important symbols of the Tsawwassen First Nation local culture. The artists explored various shapes, orientation, and...
Central Hearth

Central Hearth

The hearth is a central element of the Coast Salish people which is often found in the centre of many traditional homes or villages. The fire was kept alight and formed the focal point for the First Nations family. It was the place where food was prepared and shared...
Stylized Geese & Designs

Stylized Geese & Designs

These stylized ceiling shapes represent flying geese. The flying geese have also been incorporated into the traditional weaving “Eyes of our Ancestors” which is also displayed in the mall. Located in front of H&M – See map below. Artist Loretta Williams...
Sun & Moon Spindle Whorls

Sun & Moon Spindle Whorls

Spindle whorls were used by the Coast Salish people for the creation of textiles. Spindle whorls were often carved with images of animals, geometrics or other symbolic images.  This stylised spindle whorl depicts the sun on one side and the moon on the other. These...
Feast Bowl & Ladle

Feast Bowl & Ladle

This feast bowl and ladle are inspired by our First Nation Culture. All First Nation people pride themselves on feasting with their guests, and any social event. Traditionally in their longhouses, they would have used these large feast bowls for soups and stews. The...
Woven Baskets

Woven Baskets

Inspirations behind these baskets: “Our Journey Canoe, Nation to Nation” Basket We once travelled far and wide from nation to nation on our sacred canoe. As we travelled on our almighty cedar, it gave us protection on our journey to our sacred house of healing. When...
Beaver

Beaver

This beaver was carved by Frank Raymond Campbell. Beavers signify family, determination and creativity. They can be seen making dams and fishing on Tsawwassen First Nations lands. Located at the Food Hall – See map below. Artist Frank Raymond Campbell Frank was...
Otter & Salmon

Otter & Salmon

The otter and salmon is part of Jody Wilson’s creations for Tsawwassen Mills. The otter and salmon signify trust and loyalty; they can often be seen along the coast while fishing. Located at the Food Hall – See map below Artist Jody Wilson Jody is a Coast Salish...
Frog

Frog

The frog is one of Jody Wilson’s creations for Tsawwassen Mills. The Frog signifies a time of change from winter to spring when Salmon started swimming up river. Located at the Food Hall – See map below. Artist Jody Wilson Jody is a Coast Salish native, grew up...
Loon

Loon

Karl Morgan created this figurine in its natural setting. “The loon signifies peace, tranquility and generosity. The loon was inspired by the beauty of my wife and daughter who are inseparable, amazing, and will always have each other’s back.” – Karl...