Remembering the Komagata Maru

Photo via the City of Vancouver Archives.

On May 23, 1914, the Komagata Maru arrived in Vancouver carrying 376 passengers, most of whom were denied entry due to racist immigration laws. The ship was forced to return to India, where many passengers were met with violence.

This anniversary is a reminder of Canada’s history of exclusion and the ongoing need to stand against racism in all its forms.

The union hall flag will be lowered to half-mast in remembrance.