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Pioneers and History Makers
In 1858, nearly 800 free Blacks left the oppressive racial conditions of San Francisco for a new life on Vancouver Island. Their stories are here as well as biographies, personal accounts, articles about 20th century history makers and influencers in BC.
Resources for Educators and Parents
A selection of resources, many with teaching information, guides and materials. BCBHAS partnered with Royal BC Museum and Archives Learning Team to create a Primary Sources Activities Pathway for grades 5 and up.
Anti-Racism in B.C. and Canada
BC Black Pioneers: Influencing the Vision of Canada
A national bilingual online exhibit produced by BCBHAS with Digital Museums Canada featuring 20 short stories, some with videos, and more than 80 archival
images and materials.
BC Black History Timeline Publication
Events in B.C. as well as some significant events in Canada, the United States
and/or globally with respect to Black settlement in BC and the experiences of
Blacks in BC.
Test Your Knowledge, Earn a Certificate!
Events in B.C. as well as some significant events in Canada, the United States
and/or globally with respect to Black settlement in BC and the experiences of
Blacks in BC.
Browse All Learning Centre Topics
Black Canadians in the 21st Century
Definitions & Key Concepts
Research Resources & The Catalogue
Places of Interest Guide
Black History Month & Commemorative Days
Youth Engagement
UN Decades for People of African Descent
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Anti-Racism in B.C. and Canada
Slavery in Canada and the Underground Railroad
Watch! Videos, Digital Content & Documentaries
Canadian Organizations Devoted to Black History
For Students
Rosie Jones and Joan Cook Memorial Bursary
BCBHAS & Senger Family Bursary
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African Ancestry Project “Youth Dialogue” attended by over 30
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