This is an archived event from Culture Days 2023.
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A Talk on Punjabi Pioneers in Delta: First 50 Years from 1900 – 1950
In-person
History & heritage Museum StorytellingDate and time
Location
Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre
4450 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC
Access
Free.
Offered in English and Punjabi.
Wheelchair accessible and has gender-neutral washrooms.
About
The Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre presents A Talk on Punjabi Pioneers in Delta: First 50 Years from 1900 – 1950 presented by K.P. Aujlay. The presentation will start with the historical background of Punjabi Sikhs in India and their migration to Canada. Between the years of 1903-1908, a total of 5179 Punjabi Sikhs arrived in Vancouver and Victoria. However, little is known as to how, why, or when Punjabi Sikhs moved to the Municipality of Delta. Life of Punjabi Sikhs in Delta will be the focus of the presentation. After the presentation, the audience will be encouraged to participate in a discussion on the subject.
Links
- Cultural Services Delta.ca
Organizer
Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre
The Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre is an accessible space for dialogue and discovery about our community’s past, present, and future. Featuring authentic objects, digital experiences, and fascinating stories, all are welcome to engage with Delta’s storied history.