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By Stephanie Swensrude

CEAL TINGLEY PARK RENAMED

Indigenous name given to Quesnel riverfront park

Jun 25, 2022 | 8:06 AM

QUESNEL — The City of Quesnel and Lhtako Dene Nation have renamed Ceal Tingley Park to Lhtako Dene Park, in an effort to restore Lhtako Dene and Southern Carrier culture to Quesnel’s waterfronts.

A news release from Wednesday (June 22) said the renaming is part of two year long project to redevelop Quesnel’s waterfront. City staff worked with the Lhtako Dene Nation’s Chief, Council and community members to ensure the project reflects the culture and history of the Nation.

“This project brings the Lhtako people back to the home of our ancestors and creates spaces where people will gather, learn, teach, meet and build community,” said a statement from the chief and council of the Lhtako Dene Nation.

“Traditional ways of life were practiced here for thousands of years and carry on today.”

There will be a new park sign welcoming visitors to ‘the Territory of the Lhtako Dene Nation’ situated between two flags from the Nation.

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“Renaming this park continues Council’s commitment to recognizing Lhtako Dene Nation’s traditional territory, millennia-long history, and continued cultural presence throughout the Quesnel area,” said Mayor Bob Simpson.

The park had been named after Ceal Tingley, who was mayor of Quesnel from 1970 to 1976.