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Embassy of the Republic of Latvia and The Latvian Relief Society of Canada “Daugavas Vanagi” To the destitute Latvians who fled the communist occupation of their homeland, Canada became a beloved refuge, the start of a new life. Latvians who disembarked at Pier 21 express their gratitude to Canada, …
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Canadian Polish Congress Kongres Polonii Kanadyjskiej Here, in search of freedom and a better life, thousands of Polish immigrants set foot on Canadian soil and made a significant contribution to the prosperity of this country. W tym miejscu tysiące polskich imigrantów, w poszukiwaniu wolności i …
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Austrian Canadian Council Austrian Society Ottawa Here we set foot on Canadian soil and began our journey to the interior, contributing diligently to Canadia´s cultural mosaic. Wir, die hier gelandet sind, haben am kulturellen mosaic Kanada’s mitgearbeitet. In dedication to the 50th anniversary of …
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Canadian Madeira Club Casa da Madeira Community Centre In commemoration of 102 Portuguese Pioneers arriving from Madeira Island on June 2nd, 1953, the Canadian Madeira Club would like to thank their founders for their great efforts and all they have endured. Thank you. Em homenagem aos 102 …
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Czech and Slovak Association of Canada The Embassy of the Czech Republic For all Czechs and Slovaks who found freedom in Canada from political oppression, social and economic distress; established a new life in this country; had the opportunity to contribute to the building of this nation; and …
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Forbundet af Danske Foreninger i Canada Federation of Danish Associations in Canada Fédération des Associations Danoises au Canada From Denmark we came with hopes and dreams, but also with tools in hand. To build a new life, pursuing those dreams, in this, our chosen land. And Canada opens her arms …
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Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society of the Greek Orthodoxh Metropolis of Toronto (Canada) Την Φιλóπτωχο Αδελφóτητα των Ελληνίδων ΟρΘοδóξων Κυριών Της Ελλνικής Ορθοδοξóυ Μητροπóλεως Τορóντο (Καναδά) To honour the Greek Immigrant, a valuable piece of the Canadian “mosaic,” who transferred to …
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St George’s Greek Orthodox Community of Halifax, Nova Scotia St. Katherine’s Greek Ladies Philoptochos Society of Halifax, Nova Scotia In recognition of those Hellenes who in search of prosperity found opportunity by integrating their culture into Canadian society which enabled them to create a …
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Lithuanian Canadian Community The Lithuanians scattered throughout Canada remember this safe harbour offered to them over 50 years ago and gratefully acknowledge Canada for their new homeland. Pier 21 was their first step of freedom after fleeing Communism from their war-torn homeland. To those who …
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Estonian Central Council in Canada National Estonian Foundation of Canada Embassy of the Republic of Estonia Escaping the Soviet invasion and occupation of their homeland, the devastation of World War II, and the uncertainties of European refugee camps, Estonians arrived here to start a new life in …