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The mural gáiqelanuxʷgax̄g, meaning “We Belong Here” in Haislakala, is located at Save-On Foods in Kitimat. It depicts záxʷen/Oolichan returning home to Haisla territory, along with elements of the coastal rainforest ecosystem such as salmon, cedar, and kelp. The mural was collaboratively designed and painted by Haisla/Dakelh artist Alexander Erickson Sr. and the Raven-Tacuara artist collective, made up of Stephanie Anderson, Amanda Hugon, and Facundo Gastiazoro. It was supported by funding from the District of Kitimat, Deerside Developments Ltd., and Pattison Food Group, with in-kind support from Leavitt Machinery, Emporium Builders Supplies, the Chalet Motel, Save-On Foods, Two Peaks Brewing, Dairy Queen, Domino’s Pizza, and MR MIKES.