BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast: Recent Episodes
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Join us as we share the interviews from our Heritage Fairs. These are interviews done with students about their heritage projects, ranging from family history to injustices in Canada's past.
Welcome to the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast!
This year, our Alumni Council focused on hidden history. In this special episode, Freddie interviews Lucy about her project on Riverview Mental Hospital and the history of mental health care in BC.
Learn more about our alumni, and see their blog posts, at bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @bcheritagefairs.
In this special miniseries we will hear alumni council member Lucy interviewing our 2023 students about their best advice for teachers and students producing heritage fair projects. These interviews were conducted during our showcase at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum.
In this special miniseries we will hear alumni council member Lucy interviewing our 2023 students about their best advice for teachers and students producing heritage fair projects. These interviews were conducted during our showcase at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum.
In this special miniseries we will hear alumni council member Lucy interviewing our 2023 students about their best advice for teachers and students producing heritage fair projects. These interviews were conducted during our showcase at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum.
In this special miniseries we will hear alumni council member Lucy interviewing our 2023 students about their best advice for teachers and students producing heritage fair projects. These interviews were conducted during our showcase at the Central BC Railway and Forestry Museum.
Thank you for tuning in to season 1 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, our final episode of season 1, we hear from Tosca, with her project on Viola Desmond. Tosca is interviewed by Alumni Council Coordinator Keilin. You can see this project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
Welcome to episode 20 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Rose M, with her project on Emily Carr and Her Paintings. Rose is interviewed by Alumni Council member Tracy. You can see this project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
Welcome to episode 19 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Guneet and Kaursafia, with their project on the Underground Railroad. They are interviewed by Alumni Council member Kevin. You can see this project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
Welcome to episode 18 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Rose D, with her project on Rose Fortune. Roseis interviewed by Alumni Council member Judy. You can see Rose’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Welcome to episode 18 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Rose D, with her project on Rose Fortune. Rose is interviewed by Alumni Council member Judy. You can see Rose’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Welcome to episode 17 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Marina, with her project on Francis Marion Beynon. Marina is interviewed by Alumni Council member Daniel. You can see Marina’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
This is a bonus episode of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast, where we share part of our Alumni’s major project for 2022: People of British Columbia: Stories of Food, Culture, and Immigration. Today we’re sharing part 2 of Arianna and Judy’s interview with Johnny, owner of Pacific Centre Mall’s Hula Poke, and Orijin Yoga Studio. You can see the entire project at bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/alumni-major-projects.
Welcome to episode 16 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Mannat, with her project Bomb Girls: If You Can Walk, Creep, or Crawl, Sign Here! Mannat is interviewed by Alumni Council member Prabhnoor. You can see Mannat’s video, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
This is a bonus episode of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast, where we share part of our Alumni’s major project for 2022: People of British Columbia: Stories of Food, Culture, and Immigration. Today we’re sharing part 1 of Arianna and Judy’s interview with Johnny, owner of Pacific Centre Mall’s Hula Poke, and Orijin Yoga Studio. You can see the entire project at bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/alumni-major-projects.
Welcome to episode 15 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Makayla, with her project, Why Did My Great Great Grandparents Immigrate to Canada? Makayla is interviewed by Social Media Manager Julia. You can see Makayla’s video, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation or search for us on Canada Helps or Charitable Impact.
This is a bonus episode of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast, where we share part of our Alumni’s major project for 2022: People of British Columbia: Stories of Food, Culture, and Immigration. Today we’re sharing Lucy’s interview with Carolina, who immigrated from El Salvador as a child. You can see the entire project at bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/alumni-major-projects. You can also see the video of Carolina’s lobster story on our Instagram, @bcheritagefairs.
Welcome to episode 14 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Lillian, who did her project on the Inuit and the Qimmiq. Lillian is interviewed by Alumni Council member Freddie. You can see Lillian’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 13 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Jada, who did her project on coal mining in Canadian history. Jada is interviewed by Alumni Council member Tracy. You can see Jada’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 12 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Harroop, who did her project on her family’s immigration story. Harroop is interviewed by Alumni Council Coordinator Keilin. You can see Harroop’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 11 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Tyson, who did his project on the history of freeride mountain biking. Tyson is interviewed by Alumni Council Coordinator Keilin. You can see Tyson’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 10 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Everly, who did her project on the Vancouver Island Marmot. Everly is interviewed by Alumni Program Manager Rachel. You can see Everly’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
During her presentation, Everly also showed this video from the Toronto Zoo of the Vancouver Island Marmot. Check it out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OK3GW9ovv8
Welcome to episode 9 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Kai, who did his project on the first Canadian stamp. Kai is interviewed by Alumni Council member Freddie. You can see Kai’s slideshow, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
The video Kai shares is Sir Sandford Fleming, by the Canadian Museum of History. You can find that here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GW4KMsrO7c
Welcome to episode 8 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Chloe, who did her project on Ballerina Karen Kain. Chloe is interviewed by Alumni Program Manager Rachel. You can see photos of Chloe’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 7 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Ford, who did his project on Japanese Internment Camps. Ford is interviewed by Judy, one of our Alumni Council members. You can see photos of Ford’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 6 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Amy, who did her project on her great grandfather’s experiences in the Second World War. Amy is interviewed by Julia, our Social Media Manager. You can see photos of Amy’s project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Welcome to episode 5 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Annabel, who did her project on Kim Campbell. Annabel is interviewed by Rachel, Alumni Program Manager. You can see Annabel's full video, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Annabel is one of the students who presented at this year's Virtual Fair. Stay tuned for her interview, coming Thursday.
Welcome to episode 4 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Emily, who did her project on Norm’s Big Discovery. Emily is interviewed by Judy, one of our Alumni Council members. You can see photos of Emily’s posterboard, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Emily is one of the students who presented at this year's Virtual Fair. Stay tuned for her interview, coming Thursday.
Welcome to episode 3 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Ryan, who did his project on Squamish Nation Artist Xwalacktun Rick Harry. Ryan is introduced by Rachel, our Alumni Program Manager, and interviewed by Keilin, one of our Alumni Program Coordinators. You can see Ryan's powerpoint, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/. Learn more about Xwalacktun Rick Harry at xwalacktun.ca
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Ryan is one of the students who presented at this year's Virtual Fair. Stay tuned for his interview, coming Thursday.
Welcome to episode 2 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Adam, who did his project on Sturgeon. Adam is introduced by Rachel, our Alumni Program Manager, and interviewed by Julia, our Social Media Manager. You can see photos of Adam's project, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
Adam is one of the students who presented at this year's Virtual Fair. Stay tuned for his interview, coming Thursday.
Welcome to episode 1 of the BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast. On today's episode, we hear from Aneste, who did his project on Welcome Home: Operation Syrian Refugee. Aneste is introduced and interviewed by Rachel, our Alumni Program Manager. You can see photos of Aneste's posterboard, and all of our 2022 student projects, at https://bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com/2022-virtual/.
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs, or donate to the Heritage Fairs program at bcheritagefairs.ca/donation.
This is the soundtrack from Aneste's stop motion video, Welcomed. Check out his whole video on our YouTube channel.
Aneste is one of the students who presented at this year's Virtual Fair. Stay tuned for his interview, coming soon!
Welcome to the trailer for our BC Heritage Fairs Interview Cast! Learn more about our alumni, and see their blog posts, at bcheritagefairsalumni.wordpress.com, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @bcheritagefairs. We can't wait to start sharing interviews with you from this year's Fair.