South Pender Pioneer Families - Volume 8 with Rachel Epstein

This series is dedicated to learning about the unique and important history of South Pender Pioneer families and their connection to S,DÁYES (South Pender Island) and the surrounding Salish Sea.

Rachel Epstein was introduced to South Pender by her parents at an early age. It was during those years, she met Eve and John Smith, two very prominent South Pender locals. Rachel was intrigued by Eve and found her fascinating. As a young adult, she would receive a Canada Council Grant to interview Eve, so that she could eventually write a book about her life. Although her book never came to fruition, it was a very impactful experience Rachel had during the process. 

Rachel will share stories about this time, her memories of Pender and more. 

This interview has been made possible with funding from: the Capital Regional District, the Pender Island Community Resource Centre, the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council/W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, the Pender Islands Museum, and the South Pender Historical Society.