SUBMIT YOUR STORY
Every Journey Matters. Every Voice Matters.
Help commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Immigration Act, 1976 by sharing your story, memories, photographs, artwork, heirlooms, or testimonies. Together, these stories help preserve Canada’s immigration heritage for future generations.
FROM MANY JOURNEYS,
ONE SHARED HERITAGE
The history of immigration is not only found in government records and official documents—it lives in the experiences of individuals, families, and communities.
Every photograph, family heirloom, personal memory, and story contributes to a richer understanding of Canada’s past and present. Whether your family’s journey began generations ago or more recently, your experiences are an important part of our shared heritage.
By participating in this project, you help preserve stories that might otherwise be lost and ensure that future generations can learn from the journeys, challenges, achievements, and contributions of immigrants across Canada.
BEFORE YOU SUBMIT
Please ensure that:
- ✓ Your submission relates to immigration, family history, cultural heritage, identity, community, or belonging.
- ✓ You have permission to share all submitted materials.
- ✓ You have obtained consent from any identifiable individuals included in photographs, recordings, or videos.
- ✓ Submitted content is respectful and appropriate.
- ✓ Uploaded files meet the accepted format requirements.
ACCEPTED FILE FORMATS
Documents
PDF
DOC DOCX
Images
JPG
JPEG
PNG
Audio & Video
MP3
MP4
SHARE YOUR STORY
Please complete the form below to share your story with us.
YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS
All submissions are reviewed with care and respect.
Personal information is collected solely for the administration of this project and participant communication. The Toronto Asian Art Museum will not share personal contact information without permission. Participants selected for exhibitions, publications, educational resources, or website features will be contacted directly by the project team.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU SUBMIT?
Submission Received
Your materials are securely received through the project website.
Review Process
The project team reviews all submissions with care and respect.
Selection & Preservation
Selected stories may be featured in exhibitions, educational resources, and digital initiatives.
Community Impact
Your story becomes part of a collective effort to preserve Canada’s immigration heritage for future generations.
THANK YOU FOR PRESERVING CANADA’S
IMMIGRATION HERITAGE
Every Story Matters. Every Journey Matters.
Every Voice Contributes to Canada’s Shared History.
This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Ce projet est financé par le gouvernement du Canada par l’entremise du ministère du Patrimoine
TAAM is a charitable organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and sharing Asian art, culture, and heritage in Canada.
Charitable Registration:
84610 1160 RR0001