May 25, 1868: Governor Frederick Seymour proclaims Victoria as the capital of British Columbia

b&w professional studio portrait woman standing, man seated. Nancy's hair parted in the centre, pulled back into a bun. Her right hand rests on Charles shoulder. Charles, seated to her right, with his right foot slightly forward wearing a dark suit and vest, his watch chain is visible from his vest pocket. Charles hair is white; he has a moustache and full beard.

Golden wedding anniversary on Christmas Day 1899

Charles and Nancy were married in Springfield Illinois, on December 25,1849. In 1899 they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with many friends […]

The BC Black History Special Event Advisory Committee

The BC Black History Special Event Advisory Committee was formed to work in partnership with the Royal BC Museum to produce a […]

portrait black women with long curled hair smile wearing decorative earrings and necklace, black v-neck blouse

History of anti-Black Racism in Canadian Schools and Universities

Dr. June Francis, PhD, MBA, LLB, Director, Institute for Diaspora Research & Engagement at SFU. Dr. Francis will address, discuss, and answer […]

Growing Up in the South Sudan

William Goldiet, President of African Heritage of Vancouver Island (AHAVI) William will share his story from growing up to becoming a refugee […]