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… Why and how I came to Canada I was born 1931 the second of five children into a very well off … landed in a hotel on top of the ‘Muttersberg’ in Vorarlberg where the news of the end of the war later reached us. Since no mail or phone … continue to share a room with 3 others at the residence for years to come I decided to emigrate. With a friend’s help and connections I …
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… planned a dive into the Canadian food experience and were on the hunt for things like maple syrup and donuts, as well as dairy, bagels, and … It began with an eight-minute walk through a park, along the Dartmouth Commons, to the bus terminal. Both Saïd and Ghita had seen snow before, … so, they continued their mission. A couple of hours later, shopping accomplished, grocery bags in hand, they awaited the Uber they had …
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… Island (or its history) at all. Now this is weird. Why all the love for the other islands, and no joy for this one? Well, Lawlor’s has a complex history. It was the quarantine facility for Halifax in the … area (and the consequent prohibition on casual visits) has marginalized it in the public mind? If few people go, does …
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… planned a dive into the Canadian food experience and were on the hunt for things like maple syrup and donuts, as well as dairy, bagels, and … It began with an eight-minute walk through a park, along the Dartmouth Commons, to the bus terminal. Both Saïd and Ghita had seen snow before, … so, they continued their mission. A couple of hours later, shopping accomplished, grocery bags in hand, they awaited the Uber they had …
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… one Doting privileges and honour solely to sons. United in marriage come thick or thin Till death do you part and ne'er to sin. To keep you … It was very convenient that I only spoke Italian As it would delay being returned to my Mamma. They delighted in lifting me on their …
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… Historian (Updated January 28, 2022) Establishing historical significance” is the first skill of historical literacy put forward by the … the broader impact of the change? We chose our case study on asserting voice in Canada for our exhibition Shaping Canada: Exploring Our … Historical Thinking (2) : Establish Historical Significance …
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… (1951) and Huber (1952) families (German Immigrants) found on the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 website. Herman Leuteritz (1920-2008) Account of Immigration to Canada in 1951 With limited occupational opportunities we decided to … which was seldom necessary) had arranged to exchange and send $75 Canadian dollars to a bank in Halifax. On inquiring the bank could not …
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… the sacrifice of those who served our country. But it also gives us a chance to reflect on war and its effects. Different impacts Lloyd and …
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… the sacrifice of those who served our country. But it also gives us a chance to reflect on war and its effects. Different impacts Lloyd and …
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… is never an easy choice for anyone. My decision to immigrate to Canada from Catania, Sicily, came after a brief period in Switzerland … your culture and your language is both daunting and scary. I chose to come by boat to Canada, hoping for a journey with some interesting … very thankful to be surrounded by my countrymen and overall, the boat ride was enjoyable with card playing, chatting, and even dancing during …