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… Shackles like this reproduction, created by a blacksmith at Port Greville, Nova Scotia, were used on enslaved … important. It answers a lot of questions, not only for the greater community but for the African Nova Scotian and Black Canadian community. Here at the Black Cultural Centre, when we would have school …
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… “I don't consider myself a basket maker” An interview with artist-in-residence Virick … Francis about art-making, finding solutions and what it means to be welcomed by Mi’kmaq. Virick Francis, photo by Isabel Francis Photo. When … till I was like 17, 18, living in Maine. There was really limited income, living in Maine. All you had was either work for farmers or …
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… to Halifax in the early 1900’s. He enlisted on 16 October, 1916 in the Canadian Expeditionary Forces, at the age of 18. He served in the 8th Army Brigade, Canadian Field Artillery. He was wounded a couple of times and he … Taylor. Of those days, my brother and I remember when we would go to visit him at work and he would always buy us caramel and peppermint …
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… did not speak Italian, but they were very helpful, made us feel welcome and made sure that we got onto the right train. One of the men … warm. My mother kept looking out the window and saying, "Where have we come to, Siberia?". When we arrived in Montreal, my mother's cousin … landed there. Having travelled to Halifax on business, I made sure to visit the site and was very pleased to learn that Pier 21 will be made …
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… work. He asked John, "would you like me to write to our relatives in Canada to sponsor you there to give you a job they have business there, … He sponsored family, cousins, distant relatives and whoever asked to come to Canada. At 20 years old he started business with 2 of his … and compassionate staff. Sheridan Villa has a green house to visit all year around and gardens with flowers and vegetables spring …
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… course of an interview. The recorded document is a primary source that can be archived and made available to the public. Why does the Museum … about how immigrants interact with, adapt to and participate in Canadian society. By conducting oral history interviews, the Museum … Canada to conduct interviews periodically, so they may be able to visit your city or town. What should I expect during an oral history …
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… “I don't consider myself a basket maker” An interview with artist-in-residence Virick … Francis about art-making, finding solutions and what it means to be welcomed by Mi’kmaq. Virick Francis, photo by Isabel Francis Photo. When … till I was like 17, 18, living in Maine. There was really limited income, living in Maine. All you had was either work for farmers or …
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… vita di emigrante, e cominciata un paio di anni dopo la fine della seconda guerra mondiale. Sono nato e ho vissuto nella Regione del Veneto … a fabbriche e case. Dal 1945 al 1948 cera un pó di lavoro nelle citta come Treviso - Mestre ricostruire cio che i bombardamenti avevano … braccia per vedere se avevamo i muscoli ben fatti. Dopo aver passato visite e raggi, esami di sangue e urine, ai primi di Maggio partirmmo, …
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… The Museum has a collection that allows people to learn about the country’s immigration history. Collection items are preserved and used for … has collected and preserved written memories shared primarily by newcomers to Canada, veterans, Pier 21 staff and volunteers, and their … team . Due to high demand, public inquiries can take 5 to 10 weeks to complete. Answers to the most frequently asked questions. Donate to the …
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… a night and I took a room, which had running water. On a recent visit to Winnipeg, I actually found the hotel still standing amidst …