Founded in 2000 through the visionary efforts of Teas Tanner (1931-2016) and the SAESC.EKÜK Board, the Estonian Archives in Vancouver (EAV) is dedicated to preserving the history of the Estonian community in Vancouver and British Columbia. Our mission is to safeguard the stories, heritage, and contributions of our community, making them accessible for generations to come.
We gratefully acknowledge the following organizations that have partnered with EAV over the years:
Accessing Our Collections
We invite researchers, community members, and anyone interested in Estonian heritage to explore our collections by appointment. To arrange a visit or request specific materials, please reach out to us at saescinfo@gmail.com.
Thank you for visiting, and we hope you find inspiration and connection in the archives.