Steveston Fisherman’s Memorial Needle

Standing stark on the shoreline of the south arm of the Fraser River, the Steveston Fishermen’s Memorial was designed as a striking homage to the tragic deaths of local fishermen. The first element reaching to the heavens is a giant mending needle, traditionally used to repair trawl, gill, and seine nets. The needle stands atop a circular stone compass, a representation of a key tool used by fishermen to find their way through often treacherous waters. (City of Richmond)