Refuge Canada Tent raises awareness of the complex issues surrounding the history of refugees in Canada. Drawing upon oral histories, archival images and interactives, this immersive exhibit serves as an introduction to the context for Canada’s place in the global refugee crisis and brings to light the challenges faced by refugees in Canada.
Components
6 fabric covered walls; 2 pop-up banners, 8 interactive reader rails.
Required Exhibition Space
330 square feet.
Languages
Bilingual (English and French).
Loan Fee
One-way transportation, no rental fee.
Available Now
Information Sheet
Contact
Sara England, Assistant Curator
sengland@pier21.ca
902-425-7770 ext. 280
Schedule
| Venue | Date |
|---|---|
| Maritime Museum of the Atlantic | February 10-June 29, 2021 |
| Harbourfront Museum | June 30-October 5, 2021 |
| North Memorial Public Library | October 8-Nov 30, 2021 |
| Halifax Central Library | December 1, 2021-January 31, 2022 |
| James McConnell Memorial Library | February 3-March 2, 2022 |
| Glace Bay Library | March 3–April 6, 2022 |
| Yarmouth County Museum | April 23-June 26, 2022 |
| Colchester Museum | July 11-September 23, 2022 |
| JIAS Toronto, Holy Blossom Temple | October 6-November 30, 2022 |
| CN Tower | December-January 2023 |
| Malton Community Centre | February-March 2023 |
| Living Arts Centre | March 2023 |
| Collingwood Museum | April-June 2023 |
| Grey Roots | July-September 2023 |
| New Iceland Museum | October-November 2023 |
| North Battleford Library | December 2023-January 2024 |
| The King's University | February-March 2024 |
| Galloway Station Museum | April-May 2024 |
| Ukrainian Museum of Canada | September 5-November 30, 2024 |
Museums Assistance Program
MAP provides financial assistance to Canadian museums and related institutions for the cost of borrowing travelling exhibitions. Find out more.