Spirit Bears in the City

Ruffell & Brown Interiors are very proud to support the Spirit Bears in the City initiative with our sponsorship of the 'Spirit Moon' bear.

Found only in British Columbia's northern forests, the rare "Spirit Bear" or "Kermode Bear" is widely recognized for its unique white colouring. A First Nation legend states that the Raven, their creator, made these bears white as a reminder of the time when the world was pure and clean and covered with snowdrifts and ice blue glaciers. Raven promised that these bears would live in peace and harmony forever.

Local artists, in partnership with sponsoring individuals or organizations, will create a unique design and apply it to the surface of a life size (approx. 7ft) custom formed fiberglass Spirit Bear. The Bear becomes the artist's canvas. Once the work is complete, the Spirit Bear will be displayed in prominent public spaces around the participating cities with the majority being placed in Victoria's downtown business core. A 'Spirit Bear Trail Guide' will be created and distributed throughout participating communities.

Ruffell & Brown is proud to support these local charities with this great event: