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  • Immigration Act, 1906
    … The Immigration Act of 1906 introduced a more restrictive immigration … of Frank Oliver, minister of the interior from 1905 to 1911. Unlike his predecessor Clifford Sifton, Oliver did not promote the unregulated … numbers of migrants from Central, Eastern and Southern Europe. Many Canadians expressed concern that these immigrants threatened the …
  • An Unexpected Treasure
    … Just the other day, to my surprise, I learned that I have been wearing a … son would be alone and shivering. As a final present to him before his journey, she gave him a sweatshirt. It was not just any sweatshirt, but a glorious velour blue and red shirt with yellow …
  • Abe Baanstra, Netherlands 1953
    … We were grateful for the roof over our heads and no one complained… …
  • Aris and Arisje Hardeman and Family
    … The family of Aris Hardeman with fourteen children, one boyfriend and a pregnant wife arrived in Halifax at Pier 21 on …
  • Trooper Henry M. Kaspard
    … Pictured: Henry's picture of his wife Ruby Leeson Kaspard that he kept in his pocket when he landed on Juno Beach - D-Day When one of Henry's friends, John K. McGuire, was killed on October 5, 1944 … Trooper Henry M. Kaspard …
  • There's more to this book than recipes
    … Canada over the next five years. A recipe book with a story to tell One special artifact in the exhibition stands out: A handwritten recipe book compiled by Rebecca Teitelbaum, a Belgian Jewish woman imprisoned in … what eat make share has to offer. The exhibition closes January 18, 2026.   … There's more to this book than recipes …
  • There's more to this book than recipes
    … Canada over the next five years. A recipe book with a story to tell One special artifact in the exhibition stands out: A handwritten recipe book compiled by Rebecca Teitelbaum, a Belgian Jewish woman imprisoned in … what eat make share has to offer. The exhibition closes January 18, 2026.   … There's more to this book than recipes …
  • MCpl Andrew G. Olney
    … Andrew G. Olney of Dansville, Quebec enlisted on his birthday, September, 4, 1939, one day after Brtain declared war. He was with the Sherbrooke Fusiliers, 35th Field Battery and emboarded …
  • Tips and Tricks: Band-aid Solutions for the Event Planner
    … about a few essential items to have stocked just in case. At a minimum one should always have dark grey or black duct tape (insert chuckle … works like a charm!). The next item on my list would be sandpaper . It can be used in a pinch as an emery board, to remove fuzzy pills on a … on those new stilettos can prevent a slip and fall! Fishing line also has its many uses. It is excellent for hanging items as it is fairly …
  • Frequently Asked Questions About the Collection
    … How can I share my story? You can share your story in two ways. You can complete the online story form located here . You can also email …

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