Resources
Check out our resources on the history of Brantford's immigrant communities.
A brief summary of Italian immigration to Canada and Brantford
Many Chinese laundries were established in Brantford starting at the turn of the century. Read more about this history here.
Learn about post-WWII Italian immigration to Brantford
While some Chinese immigrants to Brantford established laundries, other opened restaurants. Click here to read more about these proprietors and their establishments.
Dick Marr was a prominent Chinese immigrant and Brantfordian businessman. Learn more about him here.
Brantford's Jewish community was vibrant and active. Learn more about their organizations and events.
An article about how Fascism and internment impacted Brantford's Italian community
Read about the cultural events and practices of Brantford's Chinese community.
Later generations of Chinese Brantfordians were involved in the city's thriving industrial sector. Learn their stories here.
Learn about the early growth and changes of Brantford’s Ukrainian community.
The Chinese community in Brantford long dreamed of establishing a Chinese language school. Learn how they achieved this dream.
Learn about the 1937 performance at the Ukrainian People’s Home.
Read about the fascinating life story of Dr. Thomas Chiang.
Learn about the life of Brantford born author Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch.
