Sins of the City “Japantown” tour hosted by the Vancouver Police Museum

Please read carefully - there is a $30.00 fee to attend this special photowalk.

There will be no refunds. I have made a commitment to the VPM and will be paying them ASAP. If you have a spot, and then find you can’t attend I can assist you with making arrangements for someone on the wait list (If there is one) to possibly take your spot. You can collect the money directly from them.

The fee includes admission to the Vancouver Police Museum Archives.
They are open from 10-5.

WEAVING THE THREADS:
Powell Street Culture and Legacy

This tour and photowalk will take us to one of the oldest parts of the city. In addition to learning about the storied history of the area we will have an opportunity to photograph it. Our guides will ensure that we have adequate time to photograph along the way. They have added upto an extra hour onto the tour to accommodate us.

Desciption:
This tour moves through the Powell Street area, which has significant historical importance as the heart of the Japanese-Canadian community. At one point there were nearly 600 Japanese businesses here.

It was a major centre for not just Vancouver's Japanese population, but Canada's, with thousands living within a short walk to the community's centre.

We will learn about the Community, labour movements and their efforts to secure better conditions, often through protest. The tour will also touch on the impact of internment during World War II and its lasting legacy that continues to influence the area today.

As we explore the area, please be mindful and respectful of the local residents and community. We kindly ask that no photos be taken of individuals we may encounter during the tour. Staying together as a group will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. The tour will proceed rain or shine, so please dress accordingly and bring extra water, as we’ll be outdoors for an extened period of time.

HOW DO I GET THERE?
Check your route details on Google Maps or at www.translink.ca. You can also drive.....for information on downtown parking lots.....www.bestparking.com/vancouver-parking. There is also metered street parking.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
A camera … any camera … including the camera on your phone. Our hosts have requested no tripods and that you bring minimal gear. I suggest one camera and one lens.

WHAT CAN I PHOTOGRAPH?
Being that this is one of the oldest parts of the city, I can only imagine what we might see. Many reminders of what was Japantown still remain.

Disclaimer:

AT ALL TIMES, PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF YOURSELF AND YOUR FELLOW PHOTO WALKERS, YOUR PROPERTY AND YOUR SURROUNDINGS!

VANCOUVER PHOTOWALKS AND ITS ORGANIZERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR YOU OR LOSS OF YOUR BELONGINGS!

By signing up for this photowalk, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the above.

AFTER THE MEET-UP DON'T FORGET TO UPLOAD UP TO EIGHT OF YOUR BEST IMAGES. Any more than 8 per person will be removed.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Kelly