Curious in Cowichan
Guided by your questions, The Discourse is sharing stories about the history of the Cowichan region, and other curiosities.
What’s the story of Duncan’s Round Building?
Queen Elizabeth II visited in 1971, but it wasn’t for the Round Building’s grand opening.
The ancient story of Swuq’us
How Mount Prevost got its name.
Cougar tales grace the wall of Honeymoon Bay Hall
A century ago, two Cowichan Lake youngsters earned fame by fending off a cougar attack.
What happened at the great battle at Maple Bay?
In the mid-19th century, a fierce battle brought together Coast Salish people against a common enemy.
Why are First Nations and non-First Nations communities so separate?
A reader sent a question about social distance in Cowichan. I’ll do my best to answer.
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