Restorying BC: Stories of Migration and Heritage
Celebrating the Plurality, Inclusivity, and Connectivity of British Columbia’s Multicultural Landscape
"Restorying BC" is a collection of 25 stories of migration and immigrant heritage that reflect BC's increasingly diverse population. This project is produced by the PCHC-MOM.
Our project seeks to use personal stories to highlight the plurality, inclusivity, and connectivity of the multicultural landscape in British Columbia. Through intimate narratives of courage, adaptation, and community building, we celebrate the individuals and families who have shaped our province's cultural identity.
Each story represents a unique journey - from the challenges of starting over in a new country to the triumphs of building thriving businesses and communities. Together, these narratives create a powerful testament to the strength and resilience that immigration brings to British Columbia.
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the 150 Time Immemorial Grant Program.
Featured Stories
Explore highlighted stories that capture the essence of migration, food culture, and community building across BC.
Discover Stories by Theme
Food & Heritage
Behind every dish is a legacy. These stories celebrate family recipes, resilient businesses, and the flavors that carry heritage across generations.
Coffee & Connection
From Turkish traditions to Vietnamese innovation, these stories show how a simple cup of coffee becomes a bridge between cultures, communities, and memories.
Roots & Legacy
Explorations of ancestry, culture, and memory - where individuals honor the past while shaping new legacies for future generations.
Home & Belonging
Stories of migration, identity, and finding a place to call home. These journeys reflect the struggles and joys of building belonging across borders.
Our Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
As an inclusive charitable organization, we curate the collective im/migration histories to educate and foster belonging in Pacific Canada while acknowledging our role as guests on unceded Indigenous lands.
Values
We value a community built on principles of belonging, collaboration, education, empowerment, inclusivity and responsibility. These values guide our actions as we work towards equitable community relations and promote intercultural exchange.
Vision
We aspire to broaden Pacific Canada's collective migration narrative to include historically marginalized people's lived experiences and to create a space where all are welcomed and respected.