- Adventures in Genealogical Research at the Scotiabank Family History Centre On March 13, 2012, I received an email from Bonnie Pollock of Nova Scotia who wanted to find out more about her great-great-grandfather George Little. He arrived in Canada from Ireland before 1837 and settled in Prospect, …
- Trace Your Roots Just as Pier 21 was a new start for nearly one million immigrants, a journey into your family history could also begin here at the Scotiabank Family History Centre. Visit In Person: Every visitor who enters the Scotiabank Family History Centre is greeted by a knowledgeable and …
- Download the Story Guide Your immigration story is part of what defines us as a country. This is why we want to learn all about your journey to and life in Canada. Anything that you can share with us about your immigration experience is of great interest. If you aren’t sure where to start, we have …
- Credit: Courtesy of Esther Clark Wright Archives at Acadia University The world nearly forgot the existence of No. 2 Construction Battalion, a military unit made up of Black men determined to serve their country during the First World War. Those seeking to enlist at the time faced discrimination …
- Every visitor who enters the Scotiabank Family History Centre is greeted by a knowledgeable and experienced staff member ready to help them with their research. But responses staff often hear run the gamut from “oh, I was just curious, but I don’t think I have enough information” to “they arrived …
- Parking We are located on the Halifax waterfront at the Halifax Seaport. Parking is free evenings, weekends, and holidays. Rates for other time periods. → Accessibility The Museum uses NaviLens technology to ensure an inclusive experience for those with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments. …
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- In 2005, the Pier 21 Foundation launched the Nation Builders Campaign, an endowment to fund the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. Under the leadership of Ruth Goldbloom, the Nation Builders Campaign accomplished its $7 million goal to establish this endowment fund. One million dollars was …
- Passages is a twice-yearly newsletter for donors and supporters of the Museum. Summer 2026 Download the most recent edition to discover what your support has made possible …
- "Buon Compleanno, Papà! … On your 70th birthday, we gift you this permanent space on the wall at Pier 21 to honour not only your journey here, but all your many contributions in making Canada a better place to live." — Calla Family Commemorative Plaque Dedicate a special anniversary or honour …