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by Jan Raska, PhD, Historian Following the 1968 Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia, 11,200 Prague Spring refugees were resettled in Canada. This movement included many experienced professionals and skilled tradespeople. This article examines how these refugees navigated language training and …
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March 12 to October 16, 2022 Witness the famed photographer’s iconic work and learn about his origins as an Armenian refugee to Canada in 1924. This special exhibition features over 100 portraits of major figures of the 20th century. Canadian photographer Yousuf Karsh (1908-2002) was one of the …
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Exploring Immigration Through Play and Imagination Ideal For: Ages 3 - 8 Maximum number of participants: 30 This play-based experiential program gives preschool and early elementary students an introduction to the theme of immigration in an enjoyable, interactive, inquiry-based learning …
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The Topic You Want, The Expertise You Need Ideal For: Ages 10+ Maximum number of participants: 50 Looking for the ultimate customization? We have a number of experts available to talk your group when you visit. Contact us to find out if the theme or topic you would like a presentation on is …
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Virtual Field Trip: Where Are You Really From? Ideal For: Ages 12+ This is a question that some Canadians are confronted with daily, which others never have to face. In this half-hour tour of the Canadian Immigration Hall, we will explore some stories of Asian immigration to Canada to reveal how …
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Virtual Field Trip: Mystery Visit with the Museum Ideal For: Ages 8 - 14 As one of Canada’s six national museums, housed in an original immigration shed where almost one million immigrants took their first steps in Canada from 1928-1971, there are many ways our Museum is unique! Students will use …
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Ideal for: Ages 9+ In this virtual program, students will be able to engage in real time with one of our Heritage Interpreters in an interactive role-playing experience that strives to detail immigration to Canada at the start of the 20th Century. Learners will build a character and answer …
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Virtual Field Trip: You Have Always Been Part of the Story Ideal for: Ages 9-12 This 30-minute program is rooted in children's immigration experiences. Students get to pick what direction we take in exploring these stories from around the world and across time. They will see how children like them …
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Virtual Field Trip: Jewish Immigration to Canada Ideal for: Ages 17+ with prior knowledge of Jewish History Jewish immigrants to Canada have come for many reasons and been a part of the fabric of the country since before Confederation. Many fled oppression and persecution; and while they often …
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Ideal for: Ages 4-8 In this interactive and fast-paced half-hour program, follow the journey of Fenton the Teddy Bear as he tells his story of immigrating to Canada with his small owner, Hendrik. Young participants connect with their emotions and share their thoughts as we virtually explore parts …