Cree Shorts
Description: This visual representation showcases the city of Edmonton, Alberta, using its Cree name, amiskwacwskahikan, which translates to Beaver Hills House. Features include a beaver, a magpie, the glass pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory, the High Level Bridge, and the winding North Saskatchewan River surrounded by tall pine trees. The yellow and blue colors highlight the natural and architectural symbols of the city.
Description: This badge features the Cree name for Edmonton, Amiskwacwskahikan, alongside the English name Edmonton, Alberta. A central beaver stands above the North Saskatchewan River with pine trees, bison silhouettes, the Alberta Legislature dome, and the Walterdale Bridge. Wild rose flowers, mountains, and northern lights decorate the badge border in teal, orange, and black tones.
Description: This composition displays the Cree name for Edmonton, Amiskwacwskahikan. It features local landmarks including the Muttart Conservatory pyramids, the Alberta Legislature Building, and a bridge over the North Saskatchewan River valley. The North American beaver, wild rose, wood bison, magpie, and coniferous trees represent the local wildlife and flora of the northern prairies. Mountains signify the nearby Rocky Mountains, while the hockey stick and puck highlight a favorite local winter sport.
Description: This composition features the skyline of Edmonton including the Walterdale Bridge. The layout includes native wildlife such as bison and beavers. Nature elements like pine trees, a winding river, and mountain peaks are integrated with birds and a musical instrument. The text features the traditional Cree name for the location.
