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Latin Americans
Photos and transcription by contributor Wayne Adam - Posted October, 2016
In an eastbound TTC shelter on St. Clair West, east of Arlington Avenue, can be found this plaque. Here's what it says:
Coordinates: 43.681086 -79.428500 |
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Rich in history, food, literature and politics, and hailing from 21 countries, Latin American immigrants coming to Canada left their countries of origin for a variety of economic, political and professional reasons. Once here, they face different experiences in their new home: cold weather, reserved personalities, snow, two official languages, multiculturalism amongst many others.
Latin American immigration to Canada began slowly in the 1950s and expanded significantly since the late 1970s, due to political conflicts in South and Central America and Canada's immigration policy to attract professionals. Most settled in Canadian cities although you can find Latin Americans in almost every community.
Latin Americans in Canada are living up to their challenge of preserving cultural, social and linguistic identity and participating fully in all aspects of Canadian life. St. Clair has become a key area for Latin American businesses, cultural activities and civic involvement/political activism.
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