*** About Totem Poles: Totem poles, crafted by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, including British Columbia, are deeply significant cultural symbols. These sculptures are carved from large trees, traditionally red cedar, and are adorned with depictions of animals, mythical creatures, and ancestral figures. Each figure on a totem pole holds symbolic meaning, often conveying stories, commemorative events, or lineage. Totem poles serve various purposes, including as heraldic devices, to commemorate events or figures, or as grave markers. In this image, the totem poles serve as a reminder of the deep-rooted history and enduring cultural practices of the indigenous communities in Vancouver.:

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