Canoe Creek (British Columbia) facts for kids
Canoe Creek is a small river, also called a creek. It flows mostly west in a winding path. This creek eventually joins the mighty Fraser River in a part of British Columbia, Canada, known as the Cariboo region.
Why is it Called Canoe Creek?
The name of Canoe Creek has an interesting history. Some people say that early miners found a canoe there. But the real story goes back much further!
The original name for the creek was in French: La Rivière du Canot. This means "The River of the Canoe." It was named by the famous explorer Simon Fraser. He was exploring the area a long time ago.
Simon Fraser needed to continue his journey down the Fraser River. So, he decided to hide his canoe safely at this spot. He then continued his trip on foot. His team of voyageurs, who were skilled travelers, called the place Le Canot, which means "The Canoe."
Places Named After Canoe Creek
Canoe Creek is so important that it gave its name to several nearby places. These places are Indian reserves that belong to the Canoe Creek Band/Dog Creek Indian Band. Indian reserves are special lands set aside for Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Here are some of the places named after Canoe Creek:
