(Supplied: District of Vanderhoof).

By Stephanie Swensrude

GRAND OPENING

Vanderhoof celebrates opening of new cultural centre

Jul 3, 2022 | 12:41 PM

VANDERHOOF — Residents of Vanderhoof now have a space to immerse themselves in cultural experiences thanks to the opening of the Vanderhoof Cultural Centre.

A grand opening was held on Thursday (June 30), kicked off by speeches and a cultural performance from Saik’uz First Nation.

“The Centre will be a landmark that will showcase the culture of both Saik’uz and the region around the Nechako Valley,” said District of Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen.

The hope is that the new circular building, shaped like a pit house, can provide a space for learning about the history of local Indigenous people.

“Having members from each of our elective councils collaborate with staff on a beautiful facility that will breathe new life into our shifting regional economy is an act of rebuilding and building new relationships with each other,” reads a statement from Saik’uz Chief and Council.

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