Village Island

In today's world, Village Island is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and interests. Whether it is an important event, a relevant figure, a new concept or something completely different, Village Island has managed to make a significant impact on society. Throughout this article, we will explore in detail what makes Village Island so intriguing and important, as well as the extent of its influence in different areas. From its origin to its current impact, Village Island has left an indelible mark on the modern world, and it is essential to understand its relevance in our daily lives.

Village Island is an island in the Johnstone Strait region of the Central Coast region of British Columbia, Canada, located on the northwest side of Turnour Island.[1]

The Kwakwaka'wakw village of Memkumlis or Meem Quam Leese[2] or Memkoomlish,[3] commonly known as Mamalilaculla,[4] which is actually the name of the subgroup of the Kwakwaka'wakw whose home it is, is located on the west side of the island at 50°37′10″N 126°34′30″W / 50.61944°N 126.57500°W / 50.61944; -126.57500 (Meem Quam Leese). Its site is on Mahmalillikullah Indian Reserve No. 1. on Eliot Passage.[5] The name means "village with rocks and islands out front",[6] or as translated by famous chief and carver Mungo Martin, "group of little islands" and by Franz Boas as "round things in front at beach".[7]

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50°37′29″N 126°32′48″W / 50.62472°N 126.54667°W / 50.62472; -126.54667 (Village Island)