Originally designated Second Street, Gallant Avenue in Deep Cove was renamed to honour Dr. Edward Gallant, a local chiropractor who was well-respected by the community.
This photo shows the street in 1958, as the community was growing amidst the post-war boom. Deep Cove itself was also renamed from “Deepwater,” both names a nod to the depths of Burrard Inlet.
The səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) know the area as Guy-angulton, which means “sheltered place.” Place names reflect important histories of where we live – have you ever been curious about the name of a place and asked, why is it called that?
Visit the MONOVA website for more information about the history of the North Shore and to plan your visit to MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver, now open at 115 West Esplanade in The Shipyards.
Currently, MONOVA: Archives of North Vancouver, at 3203 Institute Road in Lynn Valley, is open for drop-ins on Monday and by appointment Tuesday-Friday, 12:30-4 p.m. Contact: [email protected]
Navigate culture on the North Shore by using the North Shore Culture Compass.
