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Located a little southeast of Viking, the Viking Ribstones is an important site for the Indigenous peoples of Alberta. They are two stones which have been carved to resemble the ribs of an animal. Their purpose is to serve as a monument to Old Man Buffalo, the protector of bison, which were vital in the survival of the Indigenous peoples of Alberta.

Understanding the history of Canada’s Indigenous peoples is vital in moving towards reconciliation, so come to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of this land, their culture, and their beliefs.

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