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Williams Lake area First Nation rebrands with traditional spelling

A new logo and more traditional spelling more accurate representation
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SXFN has incorporated an image of the Chief’s Head Cliff, a landmark near the community, and the eagle, a traditionally significant animal, and water representing the Fraser River. (SXFN submitted image)

Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation (SXFN) at Dog Creek and Canoe Creek announced the launch of their new logo on Nov. 10.

The launch took place during the Annual General Assembly and included a spelling adjustment that reflects a more accurate and traditional spelling of the community’s name from “Xgat’tem” to “Xget’tem” First Nation”.

The logo has been updated “to highlight and proudly represent the natural beauty and landmarks of SXFN traditional territory” according to a press release.

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Ruth Lloyd

About the Author: Ruth Lloyd

I moved back to my hometown of Williams Lake after living away and joined the amazing team at the Efteen in 2021.
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