Central Saanich Cenotaph

Central Saanich Cenotaph

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Indigenous artist Charles Elliott with his design for the Central Saanich Cenotaph.

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Type

Central Saanich Cenotaph

District of Central Saanich, British Columbia

Notice:

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Central Saanich Cenotaph was erected in 2018 by the District of Central Saanich. The cenotaph is a symbol of the loss and sacrifice Veterans have made for Canada.

It was designed by Small and Rossell Landscape Architects. On the left side is artwork by a local Indigenous artist, Charles Elliott. His piece symbolizes a human being watched over by eagles, a sacred and wise creature; it also recognizes the contributions and losses of Indigenous peoples during conflicts. The right side is engraved with Canadian maple leaves to symbolize all Canadians who have served.

Inscription

[front/devant]
Be
at
Peace

[back/arrière]
Soyez
en
Paix

Location
Central Saanich Cenotaph

7130 West Saanich Road
District of Central Saanich
British Columbia
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 48.5764913
Long. -123.447245