Canada Island

Spokane Tribe will rename island in Riverfront Park.

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Mon., Sept. 19, 2016

T.J. the Clown, resident merrymaker at Expo ’74, jokes with Kim Perier of Spokane at the entrance to Canada Island. Joining in the fun are three hostesses representing the Canadian participation in Expo ’74.

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The Spokane Upper Falls circa 1888. The image includes water works at lower left, a brick flour mill at center and the 1888 Howard Street bridge in the distance.

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Canada geese squawk at passers-by on Canada Island as the waters of the Spokane River rush over the Upper Falls in February.

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Canada Island, called “the little island” by early settlers, may be renamed to reflect the area’s native heritage.

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LEFT: Vivid colors adorn the eagle totem pole on Canada Island in Riverfront Park. DAN PELLE danp@spokesman.com

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A passersby pauses on the foot bridge leading to Canada Island as the waters of the Spokane River rush over the Upper Falls, Feb. 29, 2016, in Riverfront Park.

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A sign welcomes visitors to Canada Island in Riverfront Park. DAN PELLE danp@spokesman.com

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Dan and Donna Woodland visit Canada Island, Sept. 16, 2016. When told of the possible name change for the island, Dan offered “Woodland Landing” as a possible choice. DAN PELLE danp@spokesman.com

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