Beaverbrae reunion connects different generations of new Canadians
Posted Oct 4, 2015 10:18:17 AM.
Last Updated Oct 4, 2015 10:34:16 AM.
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A reunion in Kitchener is connecting newcomers to Canada of different generations, from post-second world war to the present day.
The Beaverbrae reunion kicked off yesterday at Bethel Lutheran Church.
The event brings together former passengers from the Beaverbrae ship who came to Canada as displaced persons from postwar Europe. It also hopes to connect newcomers of different generations, including present day refugees.
Jennifer Arden with the Canadian Lutheran World Relief told 570 news that this is the first time their organization has been on one of these reunions.
“CLWR has never done a Beaverbrae reunion, but the Bethel Lutheran Church has before in 2010. We’re excited to be apart of the event and provide a place where residents can get together and remember the journey they made to become new Canadians.”
The reunion continues today until noon and arden the event is free and that all are welcome.
