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MEMBER NEWS

The BCHF office is closed until January 4th. We hope you all have a wonderful, safe holiday season!

Winter Issue of British Columbia History Coming Soon

Coming to an inbox or mailbox near you, the winter edition of British Columbia History magazine features a theme of true crime. 

If you are not yet a subscriber, you can purchase single issues from our online store or sign up to receive digital copies of the magazine through ZINIO. 

The winter 2025 issue includes:

• "The Chinese Houseboy and the Society Matron" by Catherine Clement
• "Looking Together: Examining Police Mugshots in Vancouver Archives" by Kelly Midori McCormick 
• "Cadavers, Corpses, and Bodysnatching" by Madeline Baldrey-Smith 
• "Inspector Vance" by Eve Lazarus 
• "Death of a Chinese Immigrant and the Quest for Justice" by Carol F. Lee 
• "Cutting-Edge Technology Helps to Solve Mysteries of the Past" by Laura Yazedijan 
• "Ship of Sins" by Sonia Nicholson 

The issue features guest editor Eve Lazarus, plus we have regular contributions from Front Words columnist Mark Forsythe and books editor Dalys Barney, and Snuneymuxw Titumels William A. White shares teachings on the strength, cleansing, and healing associated with Xpey.

Alan Ramsden receives Nelson Heritage Award

A man who was on the board of the Nelson Museum for more than 50 years has been posthumously awarded the city's heritage award. Alan Ramsden, who died in 2021, was recognized for exemplifying "leadership, passion and long-term vision."

VIDEO: The Making of One of Ours

Filmmaker and philanthropist Jack Gin shares how he traced the life of WWI Private Frederick Lee for his film One of Ours: The Story of Private Fred Lee. Born in Kamloops, died during the Battle of Hill 70, Private Lee was one of the first Canadians of Chinese descent to enlist for a country that did not see him as an equal.

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HISTORICAL NOTES

Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre Hosts Free Oshōgatsu (Japanese New Year) Celebration

The Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre (NNMCC) is delighted to invite the public to its annual Oshōgatsu: Japanese New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Admission to the festive community event is free, offering families and friends an authentic opportunity to experience the rich cultural traditions of the Japanese New Year.

Oshōgatsu is one of the most significant holidays in Japan. The day is packed with traditional, free activities for all ages.

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