The British Columbia History Digitization Program promotes increased access to British Columbia’s historical resources by providing matching funds to undertake digitization projects that will result in free online access to unique historical material from around the province
The British Columbia History Digitization Program demonstrates the Learning Centre’s dedication to sharing knowledge and supporting education by making local information resources available to people throughout the province and beyond.
BC History Digitization Program: 2027-2028 Call for Submissions
Dear colleagues, The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is now accepting applications for project funding. The program, initiated by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre in 2006, provides matching funds to support digitization projects that make unique British Columbia content freely available. Since its inception in 2006, the BCHDP has awarded more than $3 […] Read More
BC History Digitization Program Early Notice Announcement
The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is seeking early notice from prospective applicants for the 2027-2028 funding year. This will enable program staff to follow up with applicants eligible for and interested in additional support during the grant application process. In an effort to bolster BCHDP’s commitment to building capacity and supporting community-based organizations* in the preservation and digitization of unique British Columbia […] Read More
BC History Digitization Program – 2026 Projects
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre announces the successful applicants for the BC History Digitization Program 2026. Read More
Digitization of Swedish Press Collection Complete
Swedish Heritage in British Columbia has completed its digitization of the Swedish Press Collection. Read More
BC History Digitization Program – 2025 Projects
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre announces the successful applicants for the BC History Digitization Program 2025. Read More
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Information about the application process as well as the updated guidelines/instructions and application form are available in Applicant Information.
Applicant Information
Recipient Information
Successful Projects
For more program information please contact:
BC History Digitization Program
bc.historydigitization@ubc.ca