The Significance of Storytelling
by Hannah MoralesStorytelling is how histories are shared. Whether it is through song or spoken word, storytelling shapes people and cultures. Explore this playlist to see how people from different cultures have used oral histories to share their experiences.

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Oral history recordings are like time machines. They transport us to the past and help us learn about the people and places of British Columbia. They are uniquely personal accounts of the past from the people who actually lived it. What can you discover about British Columbia’s past by listening?
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Did you know BC is a language hotspot? Over 34 distinct indigenous languages are spoken here. Explore sounds, images, words and video about First Nations languages.
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Songs from the Cradleboard Theatre by RoyalBCMuseum
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Island of Voices by RoyalBCMuseum
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Sital Dhillon
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Nsibe Puri
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Nadeem Kulwant Parmar
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Fred Soon Interview – Getting to BC
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