Aboriginal Vancouver and Whistler Guide

6393 N.W. Marine Dr., Vancouver,
604-827-5932
Designed by the late Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, this traditional northern Northwest Coast post-and-beam gem unveils its $56-million reno this month, with new space for the bounty of aboriginal collections from the B.C. coast.
http://www.moa.ubc.ca

639 Hornby St., Vancouver,
604-682-3455
The recently opened storehouse of the acclaimed late Haida artist Bill Reid also features rotating exhibits by B.C.’s other celebrated First Nations artists.
http://www.billreidgallery.ca

4584 Blackcomb Way, Whistler,
866-441-7522
The crown jewel of the province’s First Nations heritage features multimedia, proprietary films, an 80-seat theatre, cultural hikes and workshops under the shadow of Whistler-Blackcomb’s twin peaks.
http://www.slcc.ca

Whey-Ah-Wichen/Cates Park, North Vancouver ,
604-985-2925
Travel like the traditional Coast Salish in ocean-going canoes and kayaks on the protected waters of Burrard Inlet.
http://www.takayatours.com

270 Whonoak St., North Vancouver,
604-987-3339
Buy original regional artwork by the province’s finest First Nations artists, including hand-carved cedar totem poles, hand-tanned moccasins and jewellery.
http://www.khot-la-cha.com

14–1666 Johnston St., Vancouver,
604-681-1057
Located on Granville Island, this is the best source for authentic—and affordable—art, jewellery, pottery, prints, bent boxes, dream catchers and moccasins. Extra cred: owner Patricia Rivard is a descendant of Chief Wickaninnish, the revered 18th century Nuu-chah-nulth leader.

1177 Melville St., Vancouver,
604-669-5060
Fourteen stories of coastal B.C.-inspired design feature curved glass, natural stone and copper at this striking new property. The Voya Restaurant and Lounge builds dishes around the freshest local harvests.
http://www.theloden.com

4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler,
604-935-3400
The resort’s Fifty Two 80 Bistro has catered the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre since its opening and now serves memorable aboriginal cuisine of its own. A new spa menu inspired by First Nations includes an herbal compress massage and the unique Steam Tent.
http://www.fourseasons.com/whistler