Feb

26

Immigration and Pier 21

Filed Under History, Social Studies 

As anyone who studies Canadian history knows, Pier 21 is Canada’s Ellis Island, the place where most of the 2oth century immigrants landed and were processed before entering the country. If you’re looking at immigration for a social studies or history topic, this little exhibit on Pier 21 at Canada’s Virtual Museum might be a nice aid.

For this activity you pick the European country you’re starting from. You’re then given a suitable profile depending on whether you’re male or female. You answer a question about your job, health, etc, and then you find out whether you’ve been admitted to Canada and why or why not.

It’s a neat little activity that helps bring the immigration tales to life.

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