Posts Filed Under: Immigration

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Walking the Ward

Long regarded as simply a slum, the Ward neighbourhood in Toronto supported many immigrant communities over the years.

By Heritage Toronto Sep. 6th, 2:00 pm

Grace Bagnato Spoke the Languages of New Immigrants

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester Jun. 13th, 10:15 am

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Not Welcome in Canada Because of Her Disabled Son?; “I’m Good Enough to Work, But Not Good Enough To Stay”

Time is running out for Mercedes Benitez, a temporary foreign worker who is fighting to stay with her family.

By Stephen Thomas and Mercedes Benitez Apr. 29th, 1:00 pm

Looking Back to a Time When Canadians Wanted Black Immigrants Banned

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester Apr. 27th, 4:00 pm

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“I Had To Leave Jamaica Abruptly Because I Received Death Threats”: Why I Fled To Safety in Toronto

Being gay in Jamaica means criminalization and violence.

By Stephen Thomas and Maurice Tomlinson Mar. 30th, 1:00 pm

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From Switzerland to Toronto; “I Just Loved the City”

After a crisis in life, a new beginning.

By Stephen Thomas and Sabine Buhlmann Mar. 22nd, 10:00 am

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Kellie Leitch Dogwhistles To Racists When Pledging to Deny Transit Funding to ‘Sanctuary Cities’

The Conservative leadership candidate attacks immigration and transit in one tweet.

By Abdullah Shihipar Mar. 16th, 4:30 pm

How Toronto’s Papers Covered Trump’s New Travel Ban and International Women’s Day

Not everyone is excited about International Women's Day.

By Jesse Hawken • Illustration by Brett LambMar. 7th, 1:00 pm

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New Tourism Toronto Video Proudly Declares Love of Diversity

"All flavours welcome" in Toronto.

By Andrea Houston Mar. 6th, 11:52 am

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“Diversity Was Very New to Me”: Why I Came to Toronto from Russia

Immigrants of Toronto is a new weekly feature spotlighting the stories of immigrants, refugees, and newcomers.

By Stephen Thomas and Anya Zaporozhchenko Feb. 23rd, 12:15 pm

This Art Exhibit Showcases The History of The Ward

With its black-and-white photos and written memories, “Picturing the Ward” has a scrapbook feel.

By Beatrice Paez Dec. 15th, 12:00 pm

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How Latin American Heritage is Celebrated in Toronto

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester Nov. 24th, 9:00 am

How Libraries Are Helping Newcomers Adjust to Life in Toronto

This free program offers job assistance, workshops, and interpretation referrals.

By Nikhil Sharma Nov. 16th, 2:15 pm

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Historicist: Greektown on the Danforth

Greek immigrants bring new life to Toronto’s east end.

By David Wencer Oct. 15th, 12:01 pm

Reflecting on My Immigration to Toronto, Through Film

How a film about Jewish Russian immigrants to the city helped one writer meditate on her own assimilation.

By Sheima Benembarek May. 6th, 11:00 am

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Shaping Toronto: Chinatowns

To mark Chinese New Year, a look at where and how our Chinatowns grew.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 4th, 2:00 pm

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Historicist: Fair Play for Sikh Pioneers?

Over the winter of 1911-12, Dr. Sunder Singh visits Toronto to agitate for immigration reform.

By Kevin Plummer Dec. 12th, 12:00 pm

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A Faster Gateway to Canadian Immigration

A new online platform aims to simplify the Canadian immigration process—with help from the new Liberal government.

By Salmaan Farooqui Nov. 11th, 4:00 pm