If you’re cycling or strolling over the Canada Line pedestrian-bicycle bridge, you may notice some incredible art on display.

There are three murals along the northwest side of the bridge; each is roughly 17 feet long and seven feet high. The bridge spans the Fraser River, on the unceded and traditional territory of xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band).

Indigenous Art

As part of Transport 2050, the new regional transportation strategy, we partnered with xʷməθkʷəy̓əm and put out a call for Indigenous art. Three xʷməθkʷəy̓əm artists were selected: Mack Paul, Diamond Point, and Grade 12 student Hailee Stogan.

Each artist created an original digital mural reflecting the past, present, and future of the region through the lens of colonialism and reconciliation.

Artist Hailee Stogan was thrilled to be a part of the project.

“It’s mind-blowing to think I’ve had the privilege to work with TransLink,” says Hailee.

“The topic of truth and reconciliation has been a large movement in Canada and, being so young, I never felt like my voice and opinions would be heard. By creating my piece of art for this project, I’m able to express these feelings without words.”

Indigenous Relations

Indigenous public art plays an important role in cultural recognition at TransLink.

TransLink’s Indigenous Relations Vision Statement and Guiding Principles ensure Indigenous perspectives help guide TransLink’s decision-making. In addition, we’re always working to improve transit and transportation options to treaty and reserve lands across our region.

So, be on the lookout for these powerful works of art next time you’re on the bridge!