Further your learning about Places That Matter!
Vancouver Heritage Foundation's Places That Matter project raises awareness of the people, places and events that tell the stories of Vancouver. This page comprises of two important avenues to further support learning.
The City of Vancouver is located on the unceded, ancestral and traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlil̓wətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples. Indigenous communities have lived here since time immemorial and have a long-established history of settlement, stewardship of the land and harvesting of resources.
Vancouver Heritage Foundation has a dedicated page of Indigenous resources created by local Indigenous communities and include interactive maps, videos and teaching materials: VHF Indigenous Resources webpage.
Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s Heritage in Schools Program includes:
Each of these areas can assist educators to learn about, incorporate curriculum, and immerse young learners in Places That Matter education. Vancouver Heritage Foundation is currently working on a Places That Matter Study Guide anticipated to be launched in Fall 2027.
Do you have a memory, story or photo to share about an existing PTM site? Please fill out this form and we will get back to you.
If you would like to nominate a new PTM site, please fill out our Nomination Form.
