Pekw'Xe:yles, Indigenous reserve in Mission, Canada.
Pekw'Xe:yles is an indigenous reserve of the Aitchelitz First Nation located along the northern bank of the Fraser River. The land is bordered by the Lower Hatzic Slough and D'Herbomez Creek, situated near the municipality of Mission.
The reserve was designated in 1869 as Canada established its system of reserve territories for indigenous peoples. This land allocation reflected the broader policies shaping relations between the Canadian government and First Nations communities.
The land is home to Sto:lo Nation communities who continue to practice their traditional ways of life and governance. Multiple bands coexist here, shaping how the territory is used and managed by its residents.
The reserve is near Mission and accessible by local roads crossing the Fraser River area. Visitors should remember this is a residential community and approach with respect for those who live here.
The land once held St. Mary's Indian Residential School, a site tied to a difficult chapter in indigenous relations. Today it stands as a place where Sto:lo communities work to reclaim their heritage and strengthen their presence.
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