Duncan

Totem in Duncan

Duncan is located midway between Victoria and Nanaimo, and is less than an hours drive from either city. It is convenient to all major ferry routes to and from the Mainland, and to both Nanaimo and Victoria's airports.

The city of Duncan is one square mile and is packed with interesting shops and services. With its nearly 80 totem poles, is known as the City of Totems. The city's heritage and personality is reflected in its totem poles, which can be found all over the city. Historically, the totem poles have been a pictorial record of a family's legendary and spiritual ancestry or their wealth and standing in the community. They were also used as grave markers and memorials to honor chiefs.

Duncan is a fine example of old tradition infused with contemporary relevance and life. The city takes pride in its accomplishments in business, in sports and the arts. Academics are also an important factor with Malaspina University - College offering education in both academic and vocational programs.

The Cowichan Region has a population of just over 70,000 people. Tourism is a major industry and the Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre hosts more than 45,000 visitors a year.

For more information, pleased contact:

Duncan City Hall
200 Craig Street, Box 820, Duncan, B.C. V9L 3Y2
Tel (250) 746-6126 Fax (250) 746-6129

Or visit the website at: www.city.duncan.bc.ca

Duncan Visitor Information Centre
381 A Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, B.C. V9L 3R5
Tel (250) 746-4636 Fax (250) 746-8222
www.cowichan.bc.ca