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gloves

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46491
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.20
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.20
Description
Gloves. Woman's gloves. White crochet with scalloped edge at wrist. Diamond design on back of hand.
Object History
Possibly worn by Edith Fountain. Edward and Edith Fountain purchased a home in the Deer Lake area in 1951 at 6661 Russel Avenue, Burnaby. The house was also know as Moorcroft, and was purchased from the builder, Arthur Moore. Edward Fountain was the first City of Burnaby License Inspector in 1949, in 1952 he became the Personnel Director, when he retired in 1970 his position was Assistant Manager. Edward and Edith, who loved to dance, attended many social events, parties and balls due to Edward's positions within the City of Burnaby.
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Accessory
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Images
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gloves

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46492
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.21
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.21
Description
Gloves. Woman's gloves. Pink crochet with scalloped edge at wrist.
Object History
Possibly worn by Edith Fountain. Edward and Edith Fountain purchased a home in the Deer Lake area in 1951 at 6661 Russel Avenue, Burnaby. The house was also know as Moorcroft, and was purchased from the builder, Arthur Moore. Edward Fountain was the first City of Burnaby License Inspector in 1949, in 1952 he became the Personnel Director, when he retired in 1970 his position was Assistant Manager. Edward and Edith, who loved to dance, attended many social events, parties and balls due to Edward's positions within the City of Burnaby.
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Accessory
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Images
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hat

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46482
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.13
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.13
Description
Hat. Woman's hat. Pink tulle on buckram form. The pink tulle is sheer with tiny, pink velvet dots throughout the tulle. Tulle is in a long, thin casing, sewn around and around the whole surface of the hat. There is a small, velvet bow on the hat band, in a lighter shade of pink.
Object History
c. 1960. Worn by Edith Fountain to Church, teas, etc., not with formal outfits. Edward and Edith Fountain purchased a home in the Deer Lake area in 1951 at 6661 Russel Avenue, Burnaby. The house was also know as Moorcroft, and was purchased from the builder, Arthur Moore. Edward Fountain was the first City of Burnaby License Inspector in 1949, in 1952 he became the Personnel Director, when he retired in 1970 his position was Assistant Manager. Edward and Edith, who loved to dance, attended many social events, parties and balls due to Edward's positions within the City of Burnaby.
Marks/Labels
"EATON's OF CANADA", embroidered on label on inside
Maker
T. Eaton Company Limited
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Headwear
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Images
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hat

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46483
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.11
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.11
Description
Hat. Woman's hat. White raffia crocheted into the form of the hat. White lace has been woven into the raffia crochet work, creating five rows of lace, starting just after the hat band.
Object History
c. 1960. Made by Edith Fountain and worn to Church, teas, etc., not with formal outfits. Edward and Edith Fountain purchased a home in the Deer Lake area in 1951 at 6661 Russel Avenue, Burnaby. The house was also know as Moorcroft, and was purchased from the builder, Arthur Moore. Edward Fountain was the first City of Burnaby License Inspector in 1949, in 1952 he became the Personnel Director, when he retired in 1970 his position was Assistant Manager. Edward and Edith, who loved to dance, attended many social events, parties and balls due to Edward's positions within the City of Burnaby.
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Headwear
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Images
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leisure suit

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46496
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.25
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.17.25
Description
Suit. Man's suit. Light blue, polyester, leisure suit with dark blue topstitch detail. Suit consisting of jacket and pants. Washing instruction logos on label on pants and jacket.
Object History
c. 1970. Worn on boat cruises and for other leisure activities by Mr. Fountain. Edward and Edith Fountain purchased a home in the Deer Lake area in 1951 at 6661 Russel Avenue, Burnaby. The house was also know as Moorcroft, and was purchased from the builder, Arthur Moore. Edward Fountain was the first City of Burnaby License Inspector in 1949, in 1952 he became the Personnel Director, when he retired in 1970 his position was Assistant Manager. Edward and Edith, who loved to dance, attended many social events, parties and balls due to Edward's positions within the City of Burnaby.
Marks/Labels
"GWG" (logo), printed on label on jacket and pants "UNION MADE EDMONTON CANADA (small)", printed on label on jacket and pants "polyester 100% polyester", printed on label on jacket and pants "120" (washing instructions logo), printed on label on jacket and pants "Reg", printed on label on jacket "M 44", printed on label on jacket
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
Alberta
Site/City Made
Edmonton
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Outerwear
Names
Fountain, Edward
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Simon Fraser University outdoor fountain

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription45432
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
August 1983
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 16 x 23 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of Simon Fraser University students; Noel Chui and Priscilla Fong lying down beside an outdoor fountain at the university during the summer semester.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
August 1983
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 16 x 23 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
480-327
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2003-02
Scope and Content
Photograph of Simon Fraser University students; Noel Chui and Priscilla Fong lying down beside an outdoor fountain at the university during the summer semester.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Names
Simon Fraser University
Chui, Noel
Fong, Priscilla
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Battistoni, Peter
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Newspaper clipping attached to verso of photograph reads: "STUDENTS IDYLL ... Simon Fraser University campus can be a peaceful, quiet place in the summer. Students Noel Chui and Priscilla Fong relax in the sunshine by an outdoor fountain to escape the pressure of the summer trimester."
Geographic Access
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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Alfred's Fountain Pen

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription9684
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
2016
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum Film and Video collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 video recording (mp4) (3 min., 40 sec.) : digital, 25 fps, col., sd., stereo
Scope and Content
The video depicts the challenges of film maker Alfred Woo’s physical, social, and cultural transformation to a foreign country. Sentimentally prior to departing Hong Kong in 1954, Alfred was presented a fountain pen by some of his grade two classmates, a souvenir that he has cherished all these yea…
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum Film and Video collection
Series
Elders Digital Storytelling project series
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 video recording (mp4) (3 min., 40 sec.) : digital, 25 fps, col., sd., stereo
Scope and Content
The video depicts the challenges of film maker Alfred Woo’s physical, social, and cultural transformation to a foreign country. Sentimentally prior to departing Hong Kong in 1954, Alfred was presented a fountain pen by some of his grade two classmates, a souvenir that he has cherished all these years despite losing contact with them long ago. In his seniority, he muses poignantly about the symbolism of this writing instrument and shares his wonderment about the destiny of these childhood benefactors.
History
Immigrating from Hong Kong to Canada as a child, Alfred Woo easily assimilated into the Canadian way of life at an early age and has enjoyed the best of both worlds. A law graduate, his professional career included service as a Crown Counsel, securities administrator, corporate executive, and as private practitioner. He also served in the Canadian Army (Reserve Force) as a legal officer and an artillery officer before being honorably discharged at the rank of Major. A Burnaby resident for over 30 years, and now retired, he continues to volunteer helping seniors, a community service club, and a veterans group.
Creator
Woo, Alfred
Other Title Information
title supplied by film maker
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Names
Woo, Alfred
Accession Code
BV016.37.15
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
May be restricted by third party rights
Date
2016
Media Type
Moving Images
Notes
Transcribed title
Images
Video
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audio amplification set

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact91427
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.22.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.22.1
Description
A large box containing a audio-amp, a wooden triangular prism with a decorative round speaker, and six smaller rectangular boxes. All are made of a light wood, and have different functions.
Object History
This audio-amplifier set was used by Mr. Edward A. Fountain, who was appointed as Civil Defense Coordinator on May 5th, 1952. He also built the wooden boxes which contain each part of the set. The Burnaby Civil Defense Department was established in order to disseminate information guiding the public on how to react in response to the impending threat of nuclear war and Russian bombers. In the early 1950’s, this education centered primarily on evacuation, as members of the public were expected to prepare and essentially fend for themselves in the event of a nuclear attack. These pieces of audio technology are believed to have been used at Civil Defense rallies in Burnaby, which Edward Fountain would have been involved in as the department director. According to Burnaby City Council meeting records, music and defense operation demonstrations were commonplace at such rallies, and are examples of what this set was used for.
Category
06.Tools & Equipment for Communication
Classification
Telecommunication T&E - - Telecommunication Devices
Object Term
Radio
Colour
Brown
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Burnaby
Subjects
Communication Artifacts
Names
Fountain, Edward
Geographic Access
Burnaby Lake
Planning Study Area
Windsor Area
Images
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dressing gown

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact91459
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.24.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.24.1
Description
Long pleated satin pink dressing gown with quilted detailing around the collar and cuffs. Detailing has white stitching. There is a small white button at the centre bottom of the collar area to close the robe.
Object History
This robe belonged to Mrs. Edith Fountain, nee Ford, wife of Mr. Edward Fountain.
Category
03. Personal Artifacts
Classification
Clothing - - Dressingwear & Nightwear
Object Term
Dressing Gown
Colour
Pink
Measurements
height: 136 cm width: 45 cm depth: 5.5 cm
Subjects
Clothing
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Windsor Area
Images
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dressing gown

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact91496
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.24.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.24.2
Description
A long beige dressing gown with buttons down the front. The structure and pattern immitate the design of a traditional japanese kimono, as the embroidered design shows several "japanese scenes" including buildings, flora, and small figures.
Object History
This robe belonged to Mrs. Edith Fountain, nee Ford, wife of Mr. Edward Fountain.
Category
03. Personal Artifacts
Classification
Clothing - - Dressingwear & Nightwear
Object Term
Dressing Gown
Colour
Beige
Measurements
height: 141 cm width: 48 cm depth: 5.5 cm
Country Made
Hong Kong
Subjects
Clothing
Names
Fountain, Edith Ford
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Windsor Area
Images
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Ed Fountain

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription64816
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[1970]
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : 20.5 x 13 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of Ed Fountain, Burnaby's assistant municipal manager.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[1970]
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Physical Description
1 photograph : 20.5 x 13 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
480-1543
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
Reproduce for fair dealing purposes only
Accession Number
2003-02
Scope and Content
Photograph of Ed Fountain, Burnaby's assistant municipal manager.
Subjects
Occupations - Civic Workers
Names
Fountain, Edward
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Images
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international call codes paper

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact91450
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.22.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV021.22.2
Description
Paper listing several radio signals used by the Civil Defense department. Paper is creased and yellowing especially around edges and folds.
Object History
This “Ten – Signals” paper was donated alongside the audio-amplification set, belonging to Mr. Edward Fountain. The signals represented on the paper were used in training volunteers in the Burnaby Civil Defence Department, of which Mr. Fountain was named Director/ Coordinator in 1952. The Burnaby Civil Defense Department was established in order to disseminate information guiding the public on how to react in response to the impending threat of nuclear war and Russian bombers. In the early 1950’s, this education centered primarily on evacuation, as members of the public were expected to prepare and essentially fend for themselves in the event of a nuclear attack. Training took place throughout the City of Burnaby and in the surrounding regions, as the Civil Defence departments of several municipalities (namely the City of Vancouver and the City of New Westminster) partnered together in evacuation and recovery training, where the use of instructional training papers such as this would come into play.
Category
08. Communication Artifacts
Classification
Visual Communication T&E
Object Term
Paperwork
Colour
White
Measurements
height: 28.2 cm width: 22 cm
Subjects
Communication Artifacts
Names
Fountain, Edward
Geographic Access
Burnaby Lake
Planning Study Area
Windsor Area
Images
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Ornamental fountain at 6657 East Broadway

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription78938
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
November 17,1976
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Public Library Contemporary Visual Archive Project
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 11 x 16 cm mounted on cardboard
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an ornamental fountain with various statues at 6657 East Broadway. The statues were supplied by Zanetti Arts.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
November 17,1976
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Public Library Contemporary Visual Archive Project
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 11 x 16 cm mounted on cardboard
Description Level
Item
Record No.
556-041
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
Reproduce for fair dealing purposes only
Accession Number
2013-13
Scope and Content
Photograph shows an ornamental fountain with various statues at 6657 East Broadway. The statues were supplied by Zanetti Arts.
Names
Zanetti Arts
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Born, A. J.
Notes
Scope note taken directly from BPL photograph description.
1 b&w copy negative : 10 x 12.5 cm accompanying
Geographic Access
Broadway
Street Address
6657 Broadway
Historic Neighbourhood
Lochdale (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Sperling-Broadway Area
Images
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Rooted : Chinese Canadian stories in Burnaby

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumlibrary7646
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Publication Date
2023
Call Number
971.133 ROO
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection
Digital Reference Collection
Material Type
Digital Resource
ISBN
978-0-9689849-2-5
Call Number
971.133 ROO
Contributor
Fong, Denise
Lemke, Jane
Codd, Lisa
Place of Publication
Burnaby
Publisher
City of Burnaby
Publication Date
2023
Printer
Metropolitan Fine Printers
Physical Description
203 p. : ill. ; 30.5 cm
Library Subject (LOC)
Chinese Canadians--British Columbia--Burnaby--History
Race discrimination -- Canada
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Agriculture
Agriculture - Farms
Persons - Families
Rights
Rights - Human Rights
Social Issues
Social Issues - Racism
Notes
There are two versions of the book: English and Simplified Chinese (left, below) and the other in English and Traditional Chinese (right, below).
From the late 1800s to the present day, Chinese Canadians have made Burnaby into a more vibrant and livable city. Rooted: Chinese Canadian Stories in Burnaby brings together a collection of diverse stories and photographs from the community, celebrating the legacy and contributions of Burnaby’s Chinese Canadian community spanning over a century. This coffee-table book features oral histories and interviews with descendants of multigenerational family farms, green grocers, corner stores, restaurants, and places of worship. Also included are archival research and community perspectives on anti-Asian racism, community activism, courage, and resilience.
The publication has been timed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the introduction of the Chinese Exclusion Act by the Government of Canada in 1923. This federal legislation followed decades of discriminatory legislation by Canada’s federal, provincial and municipal governments that targeted Chinese Canadians by limiting opportunities to live, work and raise families in Canada. The Chinese Exclusion Act banned almost all migration from China and remained in place until 1947. Publishing this book in 2023 is an effort by the City of Burnaby to recognize the impact of discriminatory legislation on Chinese Canadians in our community, including discriminatory bylaws and practices implemented by Burnaby’s early municipal government.
Edited by Denise Fong (Lead Researcher), Jane Lemke (Burnaby Village Museum Curator) and Lisa Codd (City of Burnaby Heritage Planner).
Images
Digital Books
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Simon Fraser University outdoor fountain

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription45435
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
August 1983
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 23 x 15 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of Simon Fraser University student Noel Chui sitting with her feet dangling in an outdoor fountain at the university during the summer semester.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
August 1983
Collection/Fonds
Columbian Newspaper collection
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 23 x 15 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
480-330
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2003-02
Scope and Content
Photograph of Simon Fraser University student Noel Chui sitting with her feet dangling in an outdoor fountain at the university during the summer semester.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Names
Simon Fraser University
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Battistoni, Peter
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Geographic Access
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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chicken fountain

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact33904
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.15.3
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.15.3
Description
Device for watering chickens; ceramic, "Medalta Potteries, Medicine Hat, Alberta"; beige, stoneware; flat dish base is missing
Images
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Future site of Royal Bank

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription12573
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
1974
Collection/Fonds
Century Park Museum Association fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : col. slide ; 35 mm
Scope and Content
Photograph of the future site for the Royal Bank building at the east end of Hill Street inside Heritage Village (Burnaby Village Museum). The News and Art Printing shop is on the left and in the background are farm machinery and the disassembled memorial fountain.
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Century Park Museum Association fonds
Series
Heritage Village Museum exhibits and artifacts series
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : col. slide ; 35 mm
Scope and Content
Photograph of the future site for the Royal Bank building at the east end of Hill Street inside Heritage Village (Burnaby Village Museum). The News and Art Printing shop is on the left and in the background are farm machinery and the disassembled memorial fountain.
Subjects
Buildings - Civic - Museums
Names
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV020.5.234
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No known restrictions
Date
1974
Media Type
Photograph
Scan Resolution
2400
Scan Date
02-Mar-20
Scale
100
Notes
Transcribed title
Images
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Hats Off Day

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription98381
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2001]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
10 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the 2001 Hats Off Day parade and event in the Burnaby Heights neighbourhood. Photographs depict performers (including clowns, a town crier, a fire juggler, and tap dancers) in the parade; children and adults enjoying the parade and events; and business owners and volunt…
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2001]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
10 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-3391
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the 2001 Hats Off Day parade and event in the Burnaby Heights neighbourhood. Photographs depict performers (including clowns, a town crier, a fire juggler, and tap dancers) in the parade; children and adults enjoying the parade and events; and business owners and volunteers prepping food and dealing with the rainy weather.
Subjects
Events
Events - Parades
Geographic Features - Neighbourhoods
Performances
Persons - Children
Persons - Crowds
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a June 2001 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-1: "Kelvin Yee drains the rainwater from the awning in front of the New Rainbow Cafe."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-2: "It's hard to stay a happy clown when you're trying to pedal your decorated bike in a rainstorm, as Corey Barker, 8, discovered at Saturday's Hats Off Day parade."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-3: "Even the town crier struggled to stay dry during one of the many downpours that rained on Saturday's Hats Off Day parade."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-4: "A member of the Confederation Tap Dancers tries to dance up some sunshine at Saturday's Hats Off Day parade."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-5: "Devin Schellenberg amazes and delights spectators with his fire juggling at Saturday's Hats Off Day festival."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-6: "Ashley Boston, 4, plays in the soap bubbles that appeared at the Heights Fountain Square during Saturday's Hats Off Day festival on Hastings St."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-7: "The Hats Off Day parade is all about hats."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-8: "Stuart Wells enjoys a salmon kabob outside the Pear Tree Restaurant, some of diverse food being offered by restaurants and delis along Hastings St. as part of Hats Off Day."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-9: "George Kopf and Cynthia Chow, of the Footlight Theatre Company, fuel up at the Lions Club pancake breakfast before marching in Saturday's Hats Off Day parade. Kirk Dickson is flipping the pancakes."
Caption from metadata for 535-3391-10: "Yusef Sulayman, 5, and his sister, Sevda, 6, try to stay dry as they watch Saturday's Hats Off Day parade."
Geographic Access
Hastings Street
Historic Neighbourhood
Vancouver Heights (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Heights Area
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Head tax certificate issued to Dung Way How

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription15546
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
1922-1934 (date of original), copied 2021
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum Document collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 certificate (tiff) : col. ; 600 dpi
Scope and Content
Item consists of a head tax certificate issued by the Dominion of Canada - Immigration Branch - Department of the Interior to Dung Way How (Dong Howe). The certificate was first issued on March 18, 1922 and includes certification stamps on the front along with a photograph of Dung Way How. Certifi…
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum Document collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 certificate (tiff) : col. ; 600 dpi
Scope and Content
Item consists of a head tax certificate issued by the Dominion of Canada - Immigration Branch - Department of the Interior to Dung Way How (Dong Howe). The certificate was first issued on March 18, 1922 and includes certification stamps on the front along with a photograph of Dung Way How. Certification stamps on the verso of the certificate were issued by Chinese Immigration authorities between 1922 and 1934. Information on the front of the certificate reads "...This Certifies That / Dung Way How whose photograph is attached / hereto arrived or landed at Vancouver B.C. / on the 23rd day of January 1922 / ex "Empress of Asia" / and upon representations made has been / admitted as exempt from head tax under the / provisions of the Chinese Immigration Act. / The above mentioned party claims / to be a native of Bark Choon Jong in the District of Pon Yue of the age of 20 years. The declaration in this case is C.I.4. No. 3715 Date at Vancouver on March 18, 1922" signed by "Controller of Chinese Immigration". Printed text on verso of certificate reads "IMPORTANT / IT IS NECESSARY THAT THIS / CERTIFICATE BE CAREFULLY / PRESERVED AS IT IS OF VALUE / AS A MEANS OF IDENTIFICATION".
History
Dung Way How (Dong Howe) arrived from Bak Chun (North Village), Guangdong in 1922 as a paper son. He had two sons during his first marriage, but the sons remained in China and one died at a young age. He married his second wife Chow Goon Pang through an arranged marriage. She was married twice previously and had a son from each marriage, but neither of them survived. Chow was from Nam Chun (South Village) and arrived in Canada as a paper daughter around the late 1930s or early 1940s. Both Dong and Chow spoke a Poon Yue dialect. The couple raised one daughter Vivian Dong (Dong Jing Yu) in Canada. The Dong family leased and operated the New Fountain hotel in Vancouver located at Abbott Street and Cordova Street. The family later went on to purchase farmland in Burnaby in 1957. The Dong family moved to Burnaby and operated a three acre market garden located at 6220 14th Avenue until 1972. They grew European staples including celery, radishes, green onions, beets, lettuces, endives, as well as Chinese vegetables such as gai lan (Chinese broccoli). There were two Chinese families in the area, including the Wong family who operated the Wong Chew market gardens 6325 14th Avenue. Dong Howe passed away in 1978. Chow Goon Pang passed away in 2000. Their daughter Vivian grew up in Burnaby and attended Riverside Elementary, McPherson Junior High School and Burnaby South Secondary School.
Creator
Government of Canada
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Documentary Artifacts - Certificates
Migration
Names
Howe, Dong
Accession Code
BV021.13.1
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No known restrictions
Date
1922-1934 (date of original), copied 2021
Media Type
Textual Record
Photograph
Scan Resolution
600
Scan Date
March 25, 2021
Scale
100
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
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History of Burnaby and vicinity

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumlibrary6890
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Author
Green, George, 1872-1955
Publication Date
1947
Call Number
971.133 GRE Copy 2 Ver. 1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection
Digital Reference Collection
Special Collection
Material Type
Book
Accession Code
BV017.17.1
Call Number
971.133 GRE Copy 2 Ver. 1
Author
Green, George, 1872-1955
Place of Publication
[S.l.]
Publisher
[s.n.]
Publication Date
1947
Printer
Shoemaker , McLean & Veitch
Physical Description
233 p. : ill., maps, ports. ; 23 cm.
Inscription
"Presented To my valued fried Rev. D. W. Scott. a former neighbor at Capitol Hill with best wishes of the author George Green Victoria March 1 1947" [handwritten in black ink on page opposing front pastedown] "BMMM-WU SIGNED 1st ED 50.00" [handwritten in pencil on page opposing front pastedown]
Library Subject (LOC)
Burnaby (B.C.)--History
Burnaby (B.C.)
Biography
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Green, George
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"By George Green, pioneer resident of Burnaby, and an ex-Councillor. Charter Member of the British Columbia Historical Association, Vancouver Branch, and an Executive Member."
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