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modern times, a Canadian symbol of northern hospitality and friendship. Traditionally, throughout many First Nations cultures, this ‘piling of rocks’ was done strictly with practical intentions in mind. By simply making slight changes to the size/ placement of the different rocks, one was/is able to change their intended meaning (rustic streets signs, if you will). Tere are many variations and usages of this ancient architecture, the most common being: navigational/ directional aids, grave markers, markers of migratory routes of game/ fish/foul - at times even as symbols of warning - marking the areas where the spirits reside.
The World’s Largest Tin Soldier, New Westminster Tis Giant Tin Soldier was constructed for, and used during, the nine day fundraising event that took
place amidst the local celebration of Te Festival of Trees. Looming over the city at a staggering 32 feet tall and weighing in at 5 tonnes, this tin man - though not in Oz - was built by people with ‘really big hearts’.
The Giant Canadian Flag, Falkland What Canadian road trip would be complete without a photo next to a giant Canadian flag? Falkland is home to Western Canada’s largest Canadian
flag, measuring in at 8.5 meters high and 17.1 meters wide. Built in support of the ‘I Care Campaign’, Falkland received international attention when its residents challenged all Canadians to fly Canadian Flags. With Canadian Flags proudly displayed up and down its streets - visible on almost every house and business - this little town of 623 people has oſten been called the most patriotic town in Canada.
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