Researcher’s Alert

Researcher’s Alert

In March of 2022, the entire archival collection of the BC History of Nursing Society was transferred to the University of British Columbia Library Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC). The Society fonds includes information on individual nurses, nursing groups,...
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month

June 1 marks the start of National Indigenous History Month in Canada. Formally declared in 2009, the month encourages Canadians to take time to learn about the history, heritage, resiliency, and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. We recognize and honour Tania...
Becky Beck and Betty Smith Pay it Forward

Becky Beck and Betty Smith Pay it Forward

Many people want to be a part of something that does good in the world and makes a real difference in people’s lives. When you “pay it forward” you are hoping to change someone else’s circumstances for the better. This is exemplified by two nurses who were lifelong...
Congratulations to Nurse Author Marion Crook!

Congratulations to Nurse Author Marion Crook!

On June 4, 2022, the BC Historical Federation announced the recipients for the 2021 Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for Historical Writing at the BCHF annual conference. The award recipients were chosen by a three-member panel of judges from 24 books published in 2021 and...