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… and started several businesses - some worked, some didn’t. It wasn’t easy, but he persevered. He had the will and determination to succeed … idea – a winery. Bringing together families and friends to enjoy food and wine at the table, just as he had done in Europe, was …
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… before Archie would reach the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. A contractor by trade, he worked at a variety of jobs at first. This gave … to begin establishing himself in this new land. On June 14, 1950, 26 year old Dina and 22 months old Giovanino (John) disembarked at Pier … instinctively, out of necessity. Old clothes were sewn into new ones, food that graced the dinner table was all home-made and as the autumn …
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The Railside Room offers space for small meetings, workshops and conferences for up to 40 guests. The intimate space is located conveniently near the front entrance, has lots of natural light and is fully accessible. Other Details: Exclusive on-site catering is provided by our partner, RCR …
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… We were brought up as a very close lovable family. My father was an ice cream man by trade and our city all knew him as Il Gelataio and … oldest sister Pierina was born in 1939 and she was learning how to become a seamstress. My brother Joe was born in 1943 and he was learning … and miles with big heavy baskets balanced on her head, containing food and the basic necessities of life for us to survive the nightmare. …
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… Our journey to Canada began with a dream of opportunity and space to raise a large … as a lot of work. At the time we had six children, all of whom were housed with relatives for at least two months while preparations were … our designated spot on deck. Having a six month old baby along was not easy either. I had brought forty brand new diapers on board, all of …
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… of age, travelling alone, with very little cash and without any knowledge of the English language. For many newcomers the transition from … while, but soon afterward the conflict between the American army (the Allies) and the Russian forces erupted. Eventually the Allied forces …
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… individuals, or 37 percent of the movement, chose to resettle in Canada. [1] The Netherlands experienced a surplus of farmers after the … warm enough for a Canadian winter. The Afman fammily spent a boring day in Halifax awaiting their evening departure. They wandered the city buying bread, jam, and butter having been informed that the prices aboard the train …
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… …Our first house was near Botanical Gardens so guess where we went for walks on … Pietro Di Ioia, Italy 1950 …
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… Ted, Patricia, Debra, Nicholas Day …
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… Portugueses. Honouring immigrants from Portugal that found their destiny in Canada. With courage in their hearts and strength in their … Academia Do Bacalhau de Toronto …