#ThreadingOurStories

Discover the stories of South Asian Canadians who helped build BC.

The South Asian Canadian Legacy project aims to raise awareness and knowledge of the valuable contributions of South Asian Canadians to British Columbia’s diverse cultures, history, heritage, economy, and society.

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Explore the South Asian Canadian Digital Archive

View newly uncovered archival images and exhibits that tell the stories of early South Asian migration  to Canada. 

Share new learning resources with a K-12 teacher

Detailed activity plans and resources ensure that teachers can share our stories with the next generation.

Read the South Asian Canadian Social History Book

Learn about historical and contemporary migration, identity, and politics of the South Asian Canadian diaspora in BC.

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Visit historic sites of significance in BC

Visit 15 historic sites of significance to the South Asian Canadian community in British Columbia.

Discover labour heritage research

Uncover the game-changing history of BC labour movements in the South Asian Canadian community.

Plan a trip to the Travelling Exhibit

Discover materials and artefacts that explore the experiences, celebrations, and activism in our communities.

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