On Sunday 10th May, parishioners of St Peter’s, Petersham, along with the Mayor of Richmond and councillors, sea scouts, descendents of Captain Vancouver and many others turned out to honour Captain George Vancouver who is buried in the graveyard. This is an annual event which is usually held on or near the anniversary of Vancouver’s burial at Petersham, which took place on May 10, 1798. It traces its origins back to the aftermath of World War II, when the commemoration was first held as a thank-you to Canada for financial support to repair war damage suffered by St. Peter’s Church.

Church historian, Jean Allsopp, gave an interview with Feliks Banel of KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Seattle. Click here to listen to Jean’s or read more below.