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"Authentic Aboriginal"

The Aboriginal Tourism Association of British Columbia (AtBC) is making it easier for visitors to identify the most authentic, accurate and respectful representations of First Nations and Metis culture by launching its "Authentic Aboriginal" cultural authenticity program.

"St. Eugene is honoured to have been accepted into the AtBC Authenticity and Quality Standards program.  Our Resort recognizes the importance of authenticity and cultural content in an Aboriginal tourism experience...we were excited to be invited to participate early and of course thrilled to be one of the first five operators approved!"  Wendy Van Puymbroeck - Director of Sales & Marketing

St. Eugene joins a fine list of tourism operators with this recognition including:

Haida Heritage Centre at Kaay Linagaay, Skidegate

Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre, Osoyoos

Ksan Historical Village and Museum, Hazelton

Squamish Lilwat Cultural Centre, Whistler

Full press release attached below.