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Abram’s Last Christmas in Canada (1921)

Abram’s Last Christmas in Canada is a fictional story told by Gerhard Ens. It’s Christmas morning 1921. Abram, a 12-year old Mennonite boy, struggles to understand why his family must emigrate to Mexico.

Photo Credit: Canada. Dept. of Interior / Library and Archives Canada / PA-04603
Photo Credit: Canada. Dept. of Interior / Library and Archives Canada / PA-04603

Pictured is a homestead of a Mennonite settler in South Tofield, Alberta, 1920-30s. On March 1, 1922 at 11:00AM the first train carrying Mennonite settlers departed Plum Coulee, Manitoba, Canada destined for San Antonio de Arenales, Chihuahua, Mexico. During 1922-30 some 25,000 Mennonites immigrated to Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Abram’s Last Christmas in Canada (pdf file)

 

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CN Tower with De Brigj

De Brigj radio is pleased to offer you the chance to see the CN Tower on November 26th, 2016. The CN Tower is classified as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. In 1976, the tower became the world’s tallest freestanding structure. It looms 553.33 metres (1,815 ft) above Toronto, Canada. You will have access to the glass floor on the observation deck to look 342 metres down to the ground and enjoy a delicious lunch at the 360 The Restaurant.

Call 519-773-8555 to reserve your spot or for more details. Enjoy the day with friends and support De Brigj all in one day.

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