Westham Island

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East-facing aerial view of Westham Island Bridge

Westham Island is an island located near Ladner, British Columbia, Canada within the City of Delta, which in turn is part of Greater Vancouver, Canada. The George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary for migratory birds is located at the northern end of the island. The Alaksen National Wildlife Area is also located on the island. The island is accessible via the Westham Island Bridge.

The island was named by Harry Trim who came from Westham, Sussex.[1]:292

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  1. ^ Akrigg, G.P.V.; Akrigg, Helen B. (1986), British Columbia Place Names (3rd, 1997 ed.), Vancouver: UBC Press, ISBN 0-7748-0636-2

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Coordinates: 49°05′N 123°09′W / 49.083°N 123.150°W / 49.083; -123.150


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