Sunshine Coast Museum & Archives

10/15/2026

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10/09/2026

Congratulations to the shíshálh Nation on the 40th anniversary of self-government.

In 1986 the shíshálh Nation became the first Indigenous government in Canada to regain self-government, a historic moment for Indigenous rights across the country.

The occasion was celebrated with a potlatch to honour the many people who spent years working towards independence. Today we remember their efforts and the impacts they have made not just on the Sunshine Coast, but on Canada as a whole.

10/03/2026

Tune in live today at 12:30pm for history in the making as the Japanese Canadian Monument is unveiled in Victoria. Commemorating the over 22,000 Japanese Canadians interned during WWII, the monument features a 300-foot long wall listing the names of those interned, including families from the Sunshine Coast.
https://www.youtube.com/live/2nuNvZRKbMo

The Japanese Canadian Monument will be unveiled in Victoria beginni...

10/02/2026

🎇 Yesterday we welcomed some very special guests to the Museum. Eric (Rick) Hatash*ta and his nephew Edward Hatash*ta-Lee visited our Spirit Rising exhibit, sharing stories of their family's deep connections to the Sunshine Coast.
🐟🎣 From 1921 - 1942, the Hatash*ta Family ran Egmont's first permanent store and and fish buying business. Originally purchased by George Isoji Hatash*ta, the Hatash*tas owned a fish-packing boat named the Kiku that was used to transport fish to Vancouver and bring back supplies to sell at the store.
🏪📦 Later on, Kay Hatash*ta took over management of the store, bringing in many new items and goods for sale. She was very well-loved in the community.
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🎆 Learn the full story of the Hatash*tas store in the Exhibit Panel below
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❤️ Thank you to Tom, Rick (and Edward!) Hatash*ta for their contributions to our Spirit Rising Exhibit

09/30/2026

🧡 For the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Tla'amin Nation are sharing their documentary "Namesake", which recently screened to rave reviews at the Sechelt Arts Festival. Check out the film after attending Shishálh Nation events today from 11am-1:30pm

On September 30 - for 24 hours only - Stream təm kʷaθ nan (Namesake) at home.

Please email [email protected] for the link and password

Visit www.namesake.film to learn more about the film.

09/30/2026

The Museum will be closed on Wednesday, September 30 to honour the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. 🧡 Show your support by wearing and Orange Shirt and attending the Shishálh Nation ceremony and walk from 11am-1:30pm.

09/29/2026

🧡 Join the Shishálh Nation on Wednesday, September 30 for Orange Shirt Day to show your support for Truth & Reconciliation in our communities. The Commemoration Ceremony starts at 11am at the Residential School Monument site, followed by the Walk for Reconciliation at 1pm.

"On September 30, I invite you to stand with us. Remember the children. Honour the survivors. Learn the truth. And commit to walking the path of reconciliation, not just for one day, but every day."

hiwus Kwa’saʔlahuet
Chief Warren Paull
shíshálh Nation
https://shishalh.com/2026/09/24/hiwus-kwasa%ca%94lahuet-warren-paull-on-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/

09/10/2026

Have you come by to see our latest exhibit Spirit Rising: Japanese Canadian Voices of the Coast? 🔥 We worked with an all-star team of Community Curators to bring the stories of Japanese Canadian settlers to life. 📸 Check out these great photos of Spirit Rising taken by !

09/09/2026

Our Japanese Canadian Community Histories Project continues to evolve and grow! After a successful summer exhibition, the Pender Harbour Living Heritage Society has launched an online portal to explore the in-depth research and archival material from their exhibit. Check it out below!

09/07/2026

Labour Day has been celebrated in Canada since 1894. On the Sunshine Coast our main industries for much of history have been logging, fishing, and other dangerous work. It is thanks to the labour movement that we have the long weekend, as well as many workers' rights like minimum wage, work safety protocols, and employment insurance.

These images are from a Labour Day celebration picnic for Port Mellon workers, which was held at the nearby Seaside Park.