Image Gallery In 1944, the Canadian government published Welcome to War Brides in which it informed soldiers’ dependents that “when you arrive in Canada you will be met by Red Cross Workers who will give you all sorts of help, from a cup of tea to minding your baby, while you get through customs. If you desire, the Red Cross worker will telegraph your husband (if he is in Canada) or his family of your arrival.” Credit: "Welcome To War Brides," 1944. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Collection (R2013.1059.1) In 1944, the Canadian government published To All Dependents: Your Journey to Canada, a 17-page pamphlet that answered common questions about passage to Canada during the war bride movement. Pamphlet, "To All Dependents: Your Journey to Canada," 1944. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Collection (R2014.479.36) The Canadian government pamphlet, Dock to Destination, informed war brides about “what to expect when you arrive at the Canadian port of disembarkation and to offer a few hints and suggestions which will be of assistance to you in your trip inland.” Topics included dining arrangements, officers on the train, and travel by rail across Canada. Credit: Pamphlet, "Dock to Destination," c. 1946. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Collection (R2013.1616.3) In 1945, the Canadian government published the Canadian Cook Book for British Brides which contained information on shopping, recipes, and cuts of meat among other items. Credit: Pamphlet, "Canadian Cook Book for British Brides," 1945. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Collection (R2013.908.2)
