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Tag Archives: immigrants

Ukrainian Immigrants

Winnipegosis Museums Posted on April 18, 2022 by winnipegosismuseumsMay 4, 2022

The Ukrainian immigrants brought many skills with them to this area. Enticed by the offer of 160 acres for $10, many were attracted by land along creeks, rivers and the lakeshore. Easy access to water for their livestock, gardens and … Continue reading →

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The Icelanders in Winnipegosis

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by Finnbogi Hjalmarson first published by Olafur S. Thorgeirsson (Winnipeg, 1930) Translated from Icelandic by Vera Stevenson Subsequently published in Reflections from Little Muddy Waters: A History Of Winnipegosis (1990) by the History Book Committee Edna Medd, Lois Fredrickson, Vickie Lytwyn, … Continue reading →

Ukrainian Faith

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The Mossey River Municipality is home to many Ukrainian families who immigrated to this area in the early 1900’s. They were drawn here for many reasons but the lure of 160 acres for ten dollars was seen as an opportunity … Continue reading →

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310 River Avenue
Winnipegosis, MB

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324 Second Street
Winnipegosis, MB

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May to October

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R0L 2G0
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