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    … shortages? How did this affect your daily activities? How was your community affected by the conflict? Do you remember the conflict coming to an end? What was that like? The decision to leave and the … to leave your country of origin? Why did you/your family decide to come to Canada? Did you apply to come to Canada with the idea of …
  • Michael Supino
    … On August 19, 1954, approximately one month shy of my sixth birthday, my mother, Teresina DiGirolamo, and most of my siblings, … 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. Our father's vision of …
  • Windsor Foundation Classroom
    The Windsor Foundation Classroom features a projector, sound equipment, and natural light. This fully accessible room is perfect for your next meeting or conference. Inclusions: 6ft rectangular tables and chairs Drop down screen and projector Wifi Podium and microphone Natural light Facility …
  • The Francesco Supino Family
    … On August 19, 1954, approximately one month shy of my sixth birthday, my mother, Teresina DiGirolamo, and most of my siblings, … 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. Our father's vision of …
  • Research with Newcomer Children - Monica Valencia
    Life in Canada Time 3:36 Transcript Monica Valencia: And then after that, I did my Master’s because when I was studying journalism—when you’re a journalist, you have to pick a, like, a beat you want to do—I don’t know, crime or you want to do politics. And for me, I was interested in doing …
  • Refugee Experiences Gallery
    … refugees with protection and emergency relief. Many people who have come to Canada as refugees have spent time in a UNHCR camp, including … to Canada as refugees, and former immigration officers. People have come from many different countries, including the former Yugoslavia, … An Exotic and Far Away Place Madan Kumar Giri Being Selected to Come to Canada Monica Valencia Arriving in Canada: Arepas in …
  • 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 … the vegetables until smooth. Cook for 10 minutes, until all the ingredients are combined. Add a little water if necessary to make a soft … with her brother Paresh while pursuing her Master in Environmental Studies degree at York University. They passionately roast, grind and …
  • Long Journeys: The First Tibetans in Canada
    … the quality of caring about the collective welfare, a person who is community-minded. The choice of this expression as a project name is a … of Tibetans, founding members of today’s community in Canada, who embodied that spirit and shared it with their children. The Chyssem … [21.04.14NRKMTK] Gelek Gyathong, interviewed by Sonam Nylosang [21.05.26GG] Nyingko Tsering, interviewed by Jigme Tsering [21.00.00NT] …
  • Madame Benoît’s Quebec Tourtière
    … filling recipe is particularly famous because it is relatively easy to make and delicious.  George Showman , CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons. Image cropped. Step 1: Place all the ingredients in a saucepan except the bread crumbs. Bring to a boil and cook …
  • “We Wanted to Come to Canada”: Pier 21 and the Arrival of Polish Orphans
    … to Iran after the Anglo-Soviet invasion of the country. In search of food and security, civilian deportees, including women and … Many of the older children added that they had voluntarily chosen to come to Canada despite communist claims to the contrary. Image of USAT … her parents had died in Siberia, she and her compatriots “…wanted to come to Canada, we do not want to go back to Poland.” [13] Meanwhile, a …

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