sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Library Branch
The sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Branch is a neighbourhood branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library, opened in April 2018 and named with a Lekwungen place name honouring the traditional territory on which it sits. It sits in the heart of James Bay, one of Victoria's most cycle-friendly and historically rich neighbourhoods, just a short ride from the Inner Harbour and Beacon Hill Park. As a public library branch, it offers public computers, a broad physical and digital collection, and a welcoming indoor space for anyone passing through the area.
This place is in the traditional territory of the Á,LEṈENEȻ ȽTE (W̱SÁNEĆ), Lekwungen/Songhees, Te’mexw Treaty Association, and Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla.
Territory data from Native Land Digital, for educational purposes only.
- Red Barn Market0.1 km
- The Pedaler0.4 km
- Cycle BC Rentals0.6 km
- Murder BurgerWelcomingright here
- Good Earth CoffeehouseWelcoming0.1 km
- Embassy Inn0.2 km
- Rosewood Victoria Inn0.2 km
- Salish Seaside RV Haven1.9 km
- British Columbia Parliament Buildings0.2 km
- Royal BC MuseumAccredited0.3 km