Tsleil-Waututh artist Zachary George has created a stunning design for our səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) soccer scarf for Tsleil-Waututh Members to wear in the lead up to and during the FIFA World Cup 26™. 

About the design 

Zachary George shares: “The Salish eye represents our Ancestors’ teachings that they passed down to us, and how they always have an eye on us to make sure we carry ourselves properly. When you drop a rock in the water, the waves ripple out with positive energy, and the Salish eye ripples out the same and spreads good energy to each and every one of us.” 

About the artist- Zachary George

Zachary George is the grandson of the late Chief Dan and Amy George from the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, and late Robert and Betty Edge, who came from England to raise a family in North Vancouver. Zac grew up in North Vancouver and recently moved to Sts’ailes where he lives with his family while creating beautiful art pieces in true Salish style. He was covered with the traditional name, Sko-kay-lem, which he carries with pride as it was passed down throughout Tsleil-Waututh history by the late Ancestor, Abraham Skokaylem. 

A descendent of the Wolf Clan, Zac lives a spiritual life rich with tradition and culture.  True to his teachings, Zac’s work is infused with good energy, positivity and strength as Salish people believe that all things must be done in a good way, with a strong mind and attitude.   

Zac has been an established artist for 18 years and his accomplishments include three large pieces for the 2010 Olympics, displayed at Rogers Arena and Pacific Coliseum.  He has done poles and house posts for Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Roy Stibbs Elementary, and Polygon Homes. Most recently Zac completed a house post at the Vancouver General Hospital main lobby. Zac has many carved masks in private collections and designed murals for the Vancouver Mural Fest and Skookum Fest.   

In recent years, Zac has become proficient with graphic art and digitizing his designs, creating merchandise and prints. 

In alignment with Salish teachings, Zac takes a very spiritual and cultural approach to his work and his life.  He is always learning and always open to new projects.