What’s Whippletree Junction’s Chinatown connection?
Have you heard that Whippletree’s buildings came from Duncan’s historic Chinatown? It’s a great story, but not entirely true.
Local History
Guided by your questions, The Discourse is sharing stories about the history of the Cowichan region. Find stories by Jared Qwustenuxun Williams about the stories of this place from a Coast Salish perspective, and other nuggets of local history, guided by your curiosity.
What’s the First Nations history of the Duncan area?
Imagine a row of longhouses stretching from the Somenos Marsh to the Cowichan River.
Why is it called Berkey’s Corner?
The roundabout at Sherman, Somenos and Cowichan Lake roads was once home to a family-run auto garage and gas station that defined a neighbourhood.
