Call to Researchers – Expression of Interest
Place-Based Research and Dissemination of the History of Japanese Canadian Residents of New Westminster
The Japanese Canadian Legacies Society (JCLS) is supporting the City of New Westminster (B.C.) for the project titled Place-Based Research and Dissemination of the History of Japanese Canadian Residents of New Westminster.
The project aims to support a greater understanding of the legacy of Japanese Canadians in New Westminster through the documentation and presentation of their stories.
As a funding recipient, the City of New Westminster Museum and Archives is looking to hire an experienced Researcher to source, collect, and analyze information about New Westminster’s historic Japanese Canadian community; with a particular emphasis on the development of this community prior to the Second World War.
Budget: The budget for this project is $75,000 with additional project funds for necessary research travel available to the Researcher (Consultant).
Deadline to Apply: 11:59 pm on April 9, 2025 (PST)
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Selection Process: Submissions are part of a two-phase process. A Selection Panel of New Westminster Museum and Archives staff will review submissions and shortlist applicants for interview and further consideration.
Questions? Contact Rebeca Salas, Cultural Heritage Supervisor
Email: rsalas@newwestcity.ca Phone: (604) 515-3829
How to Submit:
- Please submit a cover letter and resume detailing your relevant experience (in line with the evaluation criteria) to the project call.
- Email – PDF emailed submissions are preferred (the City will confirm receipt of emails).
- Please submit all required information in one (1) PDF file named “CNW JCLS Researcher Call – [Applicant First and Last Name]” to nwmasubmissions@newwestcity.ca.
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