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  • Michael Supino
    … family and limited resources, had no other option than to immigrate to Canada as countless thousands had done before him. Three years prior to our departure, he set out for Canada with his strong faith in God and a relentless drive to succeed. … that their father and grandparents took on this precious challenge to come to Canada to make a better life for themselves and their …
  • Anything to Declare? Part 1 - Immigration and Customs since Confederation
    … (Updated October 2, 2020) Introduction Travellers approaching Canada’s border by car are asked by customs officers whether they have … country at the border, airport, or port, travellers must go through Canadian customs before being permitted to continue on their journey. Returning Canadian citizens and permanent residents, tourists, students, …
  • The Francesco Supino Family
    … family and limited resources, had no other option than to immigrate to Canada as countless thousands had done before him. Three years prior to our departure, he set out for Canada with his strong faith in God and a relentless drive to succeed. … that their father and grandparents took on this precious challenge to come to Canada to make a better life for themselves and their …
  • Filipinos in Neepawa: Immigration Experiences in a Prairie Town
    … Canada Immigrants from the Philippines have been by far the largest newcomer group. Why is this? Filipinos began arriving as temporary foreign … activities, and have formed a cultural association. They are overcoming challenges and contributing to the broader community. My name is Emily Burton. I am an Oral Historian at the …
  • Canada: Day 1
    … of immigrants’ “Day 1” experiences. Curator's Tours: Transcript Welcome to Canada: Day 1. This exhibition looks at the very first day an … up in their new homes in Canada. Here you can see a war bride being welcomed by nurses on her very first day Canada. The contrary view is …
  • A Reflection on Curating Perfect Landings
    … (Updated January 28, 2022) Perfect Landings was created by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 to coincide with the Canadian Tire National Skating Championships in Halifax, to draw some … and past. The basic theme of the exhibit is that figure skating in Canada has been profoundly influenced by the contributions of …
  • The tiny Lebanese village that changed the face of Halifax
    … itself. Perhaps even more surprising is how successful members of the community have been . Among them are business and community leaders, provincial and federal politicians, and some of the … of Lebanese Canadians- nearly four times the national average. The community in general, including families from Diman and surrounding …
  • Pav Bhaji - Arvinda and Preena Chauhan
    … soft bun to serve with it. Step 1: For the bhaji: In a large pot, combine the potatoes, cauliflower, beans, red peppers, water, and 1 … masala, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, chili powder, and turmeric. Stir to combine, then add the garlic and ginger pastes. Mix well and cook for a … until smooth. Cook for 10 minutes, until all the ingredients are combined. Add a little water if necessary to make a soft vegetable …
  • The tiny Lebanese village that changed the face of Halifax
    … itself. Perhaps even more surprising is how successful members of the community have been . Among them are business and community leaders, provincial and federal politicians, and some of the … of Lebanese Canadians- nearly four times the national average. The community in general, including families from Diman and surrounding …
  • To Canada and Back Again: Immigration from the United States on the Underground Railroad (1840-1860)
    … neutral way towards them. [5] After 1840, white citizens started to become fearful when fugitive slaves began to arrive in larger numbers. … influx of newly freed blacks once slavery was abolished. [7] Creating Community Black immigrants spread out around various towns and … as North Buxton, Ontario. [11] There were disagreements within black communities in Canada about whether self-segregation was a good idea. …

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