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… I was a war bride widow and my baby boy and I landed in Halifax on February 14, 1945 aboard the ship … and us war brides. It was not a very pleasant or memorable crossing as we did a zig-zag every 8 minutes across the ocean. Even the crew were … a second chance of happiness with Edwin Wirsch and had a family of two boys and a daughter. Life was very good until my husband passed away in …
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November 5, 2022 - January 29, 2023 Kids Celebrate! invites children ages 5 to 12 to learn about the many celebrations practiced in their own communities. The exhibition is divided into four seasons, each evoking a different family or community setting. Children can learn more about the many …
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Walter and Joyce Taylor, son Cliff …
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… Young Domenica Colella in 1958 Domenica Colella in 1961 Domenico Rossi in 1953 Domenico Rossi in 1958 …
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… Karl Subban, father of five, including former NHL star defenceman P.K Subban, tells the story of how he … just immigrated with his family from Jamaica to Sudbury. He feared being bullied or ignored because he was different. Now, the author, … “My life story would not have played out… if it wasn't for the kindness of these children on Peter Street” …
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… As part of our travelling Canada: Day 1 exhibit, we asked visitors to share their thoughts on immigration to Canada by … in Canada. It was two years before my mother, older sister and I were all able to join him. My family chose Calgary because they had … their native language and shared a culture with them. I am in awe of their bravery, positivity and resilience. Even though my father’s …
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Emilio Di Giuseppe's passport photo The Di Giuseppe family on the ship The Di Giuseppe family on the ship The Di Giuseppe family on the ship …
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… (Story told by her younger sister, Mary K. (Bowes) Astephen) Jean was 28 years old when she came through Pier 21 in February 1946. Travelling by rail from Halifax to New Westminster, … in North Sydney, Cape Breton by air, staying for a month or so, on her way back to England to care for our Mother, who was still living in our …
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… At Pier 21 By Michael Frederiksen, September 2001 She looks to the east with outstretched hand to welcome the … do not fear after your journey, I'll meet you here" at Pier 21 One by one they answer the call each with an incredible tale to tell only …
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… The Pier 21 Story Guided 30-minute tours of Pier 21 are offered in English and French. Tours and movie viewing times available throughout the day. An audio guided tour is …