Visit to Northern British Columbia - Day 3
The Governor General joined youth from the region for a hike on Tow Hill at Naikoon Provincial Park hiking trail, alongside the shores of the Hiellen River.
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The Governor General visited the Sk'aadgaa Naay Elementary School and met with its young students.
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A participant of the Pole Carving program explained the plans for the pole in progress.
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His Excellency met with participants of the Skidegate Haida Immersion Program (S.H.I.P.) program that aims to preserve and revitalize Skidegate Haida language.
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During his hike through the Naikoon Provincial Park, His Excellency walked along the Blow Hole walking trail.
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Naikoon is the traditional territory of the Haida Nation and figures prominently in their present lifestyles and their history.
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His Excellency met with the members of the community of Old Masset and of surrounding communities.
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His Excellency joined members of the community in a traditional dance.
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Just before leaving Haida Gwaii, the Governor General met with His Worship Andrew Merilees, Mayor of Masset. Located on Northern Graham Island’s Masset Sound, the town of Masset faces Northwest towards Dixon Entrance and the Pacific Rim.
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