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Black Businesses were HERE!

Black Businesses were HERE!

John Adams is an author, historian, and owner/operator of an historical walking tour company “Discover the Past” in Victoria Location:  Lower Yates Street, Victoria BC.  Many shops and […]
Heritage Marker for Deas Island Cannery

Heritage Marker for Deas Island Cannery

“Deas Island Cannery. In 1873 a salmon cannery was established on this site by free black tinsmith named John Sullivan Deas. Adjacent to one of the best salmon […]
Deas Island Fishery on the Fraser River

Deas Island Fishery on the Fraser River

The cannery included 3 substantial buildings surrounded by a dyke, which enclosed about seven acres, together with smaller buildings, a wharf and sheds.  At least one of the […]
John Thomas Pierre in his tailor shop circa 1890

John Thomas Pierre in his tailor shop circa 1890

John Thomas Pierre’s tailor shop was located on the west side of Douglas Street between Johnson Street and Pandora Avenue. John Thomas was born in Victoria on April […]
Lower Yates Street (1859) the business hub of Victoria

Lower Yates Street (1859) the business hub of Victoria

Lower Yates Street between Wharf and Government Street, 1859.
Dr. Jones’ dentist office sign

Dr. Jones’ dentist office sign

When Barkerville was restored as a gold rush town tourist attraction, the office of Dentist Jones, complete with sign, chair and instruments became a feature on the main […]