the men and women who served, and continue to serve in times of war, conflict and peace. The Whims Family – Salt Spring Island Veterans of World War I and World War II Many of the pioneers that migrated to the British colonies beginning in 1858 were young men and […]
Special Recognition
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Be re-inspired by these 19th and 20th century women, and illustrative imagery and information about 21st century women as “connectors”. Find out about the history of Women’s History Month and other Canadian and International recognitions. 19th Century Wives, Mothers, and Daughters Nancy and Lucretia Alexander: On July 1, 1858 the […]
Since 1994, BCBHAS has been creating awareness of the history of Blacks in B.C., stimulating interest in the contributions of persons of African and Caribbean ancestry to B.C. and Canada; and celebrating our collective historical and current achievements in the arts, education, government, sports, technology and more. The Society is […]
Zero Discrimination Day, International Women’s Day, Eliminate Racial Discrimination, Remember the Victims of Slavery. These are the days in March for reflection, learning, taking action. 1 Zero Discrimination Day. The Zero Discrimination Day is a UNAIDS campaign of solidarity that stands up to racism, discrimination at work, discrimination at […]
This Learning Centre is here to assist educators, students and researchers. The goals of the Learning Centre are: To increase awareness of the historical, economic and social contributions of Blacks in B.C.; and To stimulate and enrich cognitive and emotional development of students by drawing on historical perspectives and everyday […]