In celebration of BC Heritage Week’s 2026 theme “Stir the Pot”, join us in sharing the ways in which food is deeply connected to heritage with a first look at the Fish Tales recipe book. Presented by Curatorial Program Manager Tatyana Beck, visit the Cannery on Saturday, February 21 from 1 pm - 2 pm for a special inside look at the book’s development process, including design sneak peeks, recipe details, and more!
About the Event
First Look – Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking Past and Present
Fish Tales Book Launch Sneak Peek
Saturday, February 21, 2026,
1 pm to 2 pm in the Boiler House Theatre
Included with admission, free for youth 17 and under
This summer, the Cannery will be launching its very first recipe book, and this is your chance to get an exclusive advanced preview of what’s in store! Based off of the Cannery’s 2023-2025 feature exhibit Fish Tales, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society presents Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present.
In celebration of BC Heritage Week’s 2026 theme “Stir the Pot”, join us in sharing the ways in which food is deeply connected to heritage with a first look at the Fish Tales recipe book. Presented by Curatorial Program Manager Tatyana Beck, visit the Cannery on Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1 pm to 2 pm in the Boiler House Theatre for a special inside look at the book’s development process, including design sneak peeks, recipe details, and more!
Add your name to our Book Launch mailing list to secure a copy and to get first access to details of the upcoming book launch event! Every sign up includes the chance to win an exclusive Fish Tales-themed prize basket when the book launches!
Finally, experience the Fish Tales exhibit that inspired the recipe book, back at the Cannery for a limited time only! Watch community interviews, learn about a variety of fish and seafood dishes, and share recipes, memories, and experiences of your own.
This is more than just a cookbook: In addition to 28 unique fish and seafood recipes provided by Cannery visitors, Steveston’s fishing and canning communities, and more, this all-new publication shares interviews from past Cannery workers and volunteers, highlights key elements of Steveston’s history and transformation, and paints a picture of the experience of working and living on Cannery Row all through the lens of food.
We hope you will join us for a first look at this exciting new publication!
Event Details
- Included with admission, free for youth 17 and under
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Time: 1 pm – 2 pm
- Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery in the Boiler House Theatre
