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Story Pole: Indigenous Veterans and the Tallest Totem in the World -November 6 lecture

The Story Pole Documentary screening of “Story Pole: Indigenous Veterans and the Tallest Pole in the World” explores the heritage of the famous pole that stands in Beacon Hill Park and its connection to Indigenous veterans. Produced by Geoff Bird , Professor of Royal Roads University under the guidance of Indigenous Elders from various Nations. […]

Soul of a Wolf – Honouring Staqeya heritage lecture October 15

Soul of a Wolf-Honouring Staqeya The October 15 heritage lecture was given  by Kent Laforme describing the complex design and challenges of creating this  Oak Bay sculpture, installed  at Cattle Point, about the wolf who was found on Tl’ches, the Chatham and Discovery Islands. 

Skullduggery to Preserve Heritage by Brian Smith on Sept 24

Skullduggery to Preserve Heritage On September 24, 2025, Brian Smith ,former Mayor of Oak Bay and B.C.Attorney General described past challenges of historic preservation in Oak Bay. His stories of how properties were saved and deals were made for important construction projects, kept us all enthralled.     Add Your Heading Text Here

Would you like to learn more about the Oak Bay Heritage Foundation?

If you are interested in heritage and what the Foundation does, or helping the Foundation in any way, guests are very welcome to attend our Foundation one hour monthly (almost) meetings. Location:  The Monterey Rec Centre, 1442 Monterey Avenue, Oak Bay Time: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fall Dates in 2025:  The second Tuesday of […]

Fall 2025 Heritage Foundation lectures

Our Fall lectures begin on Wednesday September 24th  “Skullduggery to Preserve Heritage ” by Brian Smith,former Oak Bay Mayor and B.C.Attorney General Wednesday October 15th ” Soul of a Wolf-Honouring Staqeya” by Kent Laforme,sculptor.The sculpture of Stqeye in Oak Bay represents a great leader for the Nation, the late Chief Robert Sam, and the arrival […]

Heritage Designations honoured at Hallmark Heritage Society May 2025

1318 Transit Road – photo Designation HRA1566 Hampshire Rd, 1391 Oliver St and 1318 Transit Rd were noted at the May 13, 2025 Hallmark Heritage Society annual Awards night held at Wentworth Villa. See Photo of 1318 Transit in the Report 1391 Oliver street HRA Designation  

Heritage Lecture March 20, 2025 at 7 p.m.

On March 20, 2025, noted author, Helen Edwards, told the miraculous story of the Victoria Cougars winning the Stanley Cup in Oak Bay in 1925! There was an excellent turnout of both hockey fans and fans of Helen’s great story telling ability.  A “Silent Auction” was held and enthusiastic bidding ensued for the prizes of  […]

Suggested Reading for Heritage Week and Beyond

We have some suggestions as to books you might find interesting for Heritage Week and beyond: Untold Tales of Old British Columbia by Daniel Marshall The Curious Voyage of Richard Blanshard by Barry Gough Raincoast Chronicles-Fifth Five by Howard White All That We Say is Ours: Guujaaw and the Awakening of the Haida Nation by Ian Gill Don’t […]