embers of the Steveston High School Alumni Association proposed this life-size bronze sculpture depicting the fishing village in the 1930s. The idea originated over a decade ago, and has been approved by the City of Richmond, that is also contributing$50,000 to the project.

©Steveston High School Alumni Assn.—Model of proposed bronze public artwork.

The Association still needs to raise $200,000 of the $250,000 project, which it plans on donating to the city upon completion.

The life-sized bronze sculpture depicting three fishing industry workers, circa 1930, will be a permanent tribute to those workers whose efforts led to the development of Steveston as the hub of the fishing industry. The sculpture will be an engaging interpretation of Steveston's social history, a perfect focal point for Steveston's historic waterfront walk.

Glenn Kishi, Chair of the Steveston High School Alumni Association, said the group plans to raise at least half the amount quickly, so the artist can start the artwork with hopes of finishing by September, 2006. That would coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Fishing Company.

Sculptor Norm Williams, and his Steveston Secondary classmate, Keith Lowes, originally proposed the sculpture. Norm will be the sculptor for this project.

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"For the community, it's going to be a piece they can put on tourism brochures and make it a kind of icon for Steveston," said Glenn Kishi.

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We are now in the process of raising funds for The Steveston Legacy Project. If you are interested in helping to raise funds or to donate funds, please use our contact form below, or call Glenn Kishi at 604-816-7431. By supporting this project, you get the opportunity to...

• Contribute to the Community by becoming involved in an important public art project
• Emphasize your role as a key member of the Community
• Show your appreciation of the social history of Steveston
• Play an important part in the development of the Steveston waterfront.