The Japanese Canadian Experience In World War II

Madison Tait

Carlisle, Ontario

It's easy to relate to because I have a lot of family history relating back to World War II.

The Journey to LGBTQ+ Rights

Sara Cole

Toronto, Ontario

My favourite part of Canadian history is learning about different social justice issues.

The Mistakes of the Past

Evelin Melekh

Winnipeg, Manitoba

I chose this question because, as a Canadian Jewish women, my identity is strongly impacted by past events.

The Moment that has influenced my Identity

Meg Torisawa

Toronto, Ontario

I chose this question because I wanted a chance to explore some events in my country's history that greatly reflect my identity.

The Prison of Culture

Grady Thompson

Vancouver, British Columbia

I am an First Nation Canadian and wanted to represent my culture in this project, since it is such a big part of Canada's History.

The Sculpting of my Identity

Kate Lehner

Toronto, Ontario

Canada’s immigration policy before the Holocaust greatly impacted me, a Jewish Canadian three generations later.

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