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During the early hours of April 15, 1912, the Titanic descended into the depths of…

Did you know that Vernon’s first confectionary shop would be 115 years old if it…

The MAV is proud to present this special blog post written by collections intern Alexandra…

Since 2019, B.C. has officially recognized Ukrainian Holodomor Memorial Day on the fourth Saturday of…

In 2018, October was declared Latin American Heritage Month in Canada. Latin America stretches from…

October is German Heritage Month in Canada! With more than 3 million people, German Canadians…

October is a busy month! In addition to LGBTQ+ History Month, it is also Canadian…

In recognition of Italian Heritage Month, which is celebrated every June, Minister Hussen stated that…

Celebrated every June, Filipino Heritage Month acknowledges one of the fastest growing multicultural communities in…

Since 2019, April has been recognized as Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. The Sikh population…

May the road rise up to meet you this St. Patrick’s Day! Vernon is home…

This Tuesday, March 8, is International Women’s Day, and in light of Russia’s unjustified and…

Larry Kwong of Vernon is celebrated for being a gifted athlete, and the first hockey…

On Sept. 18, 1914, the Vernon Internment Camp opened on the site of what is…

In September of 1862, the S.S. Tynemouth arrived in Victoria to the great excitement of…

May is Asian Heritage Month, and this year’s theme is “Recognition, Resilience, and Resolve.” Vernon…