Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia's photostream

Early in 1970, historian Cyril Leonoff convened a small group of people to discuss the possibility of starting a Jewish historical society in British Columbia. With assistance from the National Council of Jewish Women and the Canadian Jewish Congress – Pacific Region, this small group of interested individuals founded the Jewish Historical Society of British Columbia (JHSBC).

Over the years the Society’s work has included operating the Jewish Museum & Archives of British Columba, publishing a regular journal, The Scribe, authoring several books, recording oral histories of community members throughout the province, and preserving and making accessible the important photographs and records of the Jewish community through dynamic exhibits and educational programs.

The Jewish Museum and Archives of British Columbia, as governed by the Jewish Historical Society of British Columbia, is the preeminent and authoritative body for the collection and sharing of community memory of Jewish life in British Columbia.

The Jewish Museum & Archives of British Columbia is located on the second floor of the Peretz Centre for Secular Jewish Culture at 6184 Ash Street, Vancouver, BC. Conveniently located between Canada Line 41st and 49th Ave. stations.

For more information, visit our website, www.jewishmuseum.ca or call the Museum at 604-257-5199.