Crossing the
Rocky Mountains
for Annie
A double amputee's 45-day journey on a medical scooter from Gibsons, BC to Regina, SK — carrying his late wife's Sacred Eagle Feather to the RCMP Heritage Centre.
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Departure
"When the going gets rough, the tough get going."
— Pierre Jacques
Fulfilling a Promise
for Annie
On or about May 16th, 2026, Mr. Pierre Jacques will depart from the RCMP Sechelt Detachment on his medical scooter, beginning a 1,786 km memorial processional through the Canadian Rockies to the RCMP Heritage Centre in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Pierre carries with him Annie's Sacred Eagle Feather and her reproduction of the St. Roch — the historic RCMP vessel that became the first ship to conquer the Northwest Passage in a single season in 1944. Annie's family helped the St. Roch crew survive their Arctic expedition from 1939 to 1943.
This 45-day journey is an act of love, remembrance, and reconciliation — completing the circle that Annie began with her lifetime of preserving Inuit heritage through art.
Journey Tracker
Journey begins May 16, 2026 — 44 days to go
Click any marker for details
Route Waypoints
17 stops along the route
E92347 — May 20, 1958 - June 26, 2022
Annie Aculiak was one of the very last Inuit born in an igloo on Canadian soil — born near Port Harrison, Northern Quebec, on the shores of Hudson Bay. Her felt art tapestries depicting scenes of traditional Inuit life earned international acclaim, with works in the collections of Buckingham Palace, Rideau Hall, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, and the Nunavut General Assembly.
On June 23rd, 2022, the Sunshine Coast RCMP presented Annie with a Challenge Coin and a carved Eagle Feather in recognition of her lifetime of cultural achievement. Three days later, Annie passed away.
Annie Aculiak's
Original Felt Art
Each piece is an original framed fabric tapestry — handcrafted scenes of Inuit life on the Hudson Bay. Scroll to explore the full collection.
Catalogue — Cards 1-16
Catalogue — Pieces 17-38
Annie's Mom and Dad Had a Visitor
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Going Home After the Hunt
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
A Melting Iceberg
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Shelter for the Night
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Coming to Civilization
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Marta Annie and Alicee Aculiak
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Making Camp for the Night
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
My Father and Me
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
A Church on the Tundra
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Annie's Brother Daniel and His Wife Mary
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
The RCMP Vessel, St. Roch, in the Eyes of Annie
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
The Bears of the Midnight Sun
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Going Home, Testing the Ice in the Spring
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Noah Aculiak and His Wolf with Annie at Camp
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Wallhanging
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Daniel and Noah, The Seal Hunters
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Annie Hunting Seals with Her Dad
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
The Bears of Inukjuak
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Our Way of Life
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
The Drummers of Nunavik
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
The Hunters
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
A Constant Quest
Original Framed Fabric Art by Annie Aculiak
Art Card Sets
Support Pierre's crossing with Annie Aculiak's greeting card sets. Each card features her original felt art depicting Inuit life on the Hudson Bay. Available in sets only — no singles.
The Story Behind
the Journey
Learn about the historic RCMP vessel St. Roch, Annie's role in the Walk for Reconciliation, and the heritage that inspired Pierre's memorial crossing.
Annie Led Tens of Thousands
In September 2017, Annie Aculiak set pace at the Walk for Reconciliation in Vancouver, leading an estimated 50,000 people across the Cambie Bridge wearing her traditional Amauti. The walk was a historic moment of unity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians.
RCMP St. Roch
The Arctic patrol vessel that conquered the Northwest Passage. Annie's family helped the crew survive.
WikipediaCanadian Encyclopedia
Detailed history of the St. Roch's voyages through the Northwest Passage from 1928 to 1954.
Read ArticleMaritime Museum
Home of the St. Roch vessel in Vancouver. Annie's art is part of their permanent collection.
Visit SiteRCMP Heritage Centre
Pierre's destination in Regina, SK — where Annie's Eagle Feather and St. Roch reproduction will be delivered.
Visit SiteHelp Pierre
Reach Regina
Your donation helps fund the support van, logistics, and supplies for this 45-day, 1,786 km memorial crossing. Every dollar brings Pierre one kilometre closer to Regina.
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