Miga is a snowboarding sea bear inspired by the legends of the Pacific Northwest First Nations of orca whales that transform into bears when they arrive on land. He is also part Spirit Bear, a rare white bear unique to the province. Quatchi is a shy sasquatch, Canada's version of a yeti or big foot. Sumi is an animal spirit who wears the hat of the orca whale, flies with the wings of the mighty thunderbird and runs on the furry legs of the black bear. His name is derived from the Salish word "sumesh," meaning "guardian spirit." Joining the three official mascots is sidekick Mukmuk, a rare marmot unique to the mountains of Vancouver Island, organizers said.
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Miga is a snowboarding sea bear inspired by the legends of the Pacific Northwest First Nations of orca whales that transform into bears when they arrive on land. He is also part Spirit Bear, a rare white bear unique to the province.
Quatchi is a shy sasquatch, Canada's version of a yeti or big foot.
Sumi is an animal spirit who wears the hat of the orca whale, flies with the wings of the mighty thunderbird and runs on the furry legs of the black bear. His name is derived from the Salish word "sumesh," meaning "guardian spirit."
Joining the three official mascots is sidekick Mukmuk, a rare marmot unique to the mountains of Vancouver Island, organizers said.