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New Mascot 'Rivv' Revives Local Otter Legend
15 Mar
Summary
- Three Rivers selected a river otter named Rivv as its new community mascot.
- The mascot idea was chosen from over 15 submissions by local residents.
- River otters, once thought extinct in P.E.I., have recently reappeared.
The Town of Three Rivers has officially selected a river otter named Rivv to serve as its community mascot. This decision emerged from a contest that received over 15 submissions from residents, highlighting a strong sense of community engagement. Rivv was chosen for its symbolic representation of the town's identity and spirit.
The choice of a river otter is particularly meaningful as these animals, native to Prince Edward Island, were once thought to have disappeared entirely. However, sightings have resumed since 2016, marking a comeback for the mustelid species after nearly a century. The mascot's story connects to local lore, suggesting otters were once abundant in the area's rivers.
The town plans to have Rivv professionally designed, including a costume, with the mascot anticipated to be ready for public appearances by the summer. This initiative is seen as a positive step in building a cohesive identity for Three Rivers, a relatively new town formed through amalgamation in 2018.
