Halifax was in me

Cityscape at night with glowing river reflections, highlighting themes of migration, shared paths, and urban belonging.

When I was 23 years old, I packed everything I owned into my parents’ mini-van and headed east. The van was filled to the limit with boxes, bags, art supplies, and my cat, Parsifal, wedged among them. My parents were the kind of quietly generous people who never complained about a 20 hour drive across […]

An Unforgettable Christmas

Gift wrapped in colorful paper against festive background, symbolizing holiday donations for nonprofit causes.

Each of us will keep in mind a particular Christmas. A Christmas to remember in a unique and unforgettable way. My first Christmas in Toronto was spent soon after my mother and I arrived.

Discovering My Identity, A Journey of Belonging Between Two Countries.

Historic village buildings and modern skyline with tower, representing cultural exchange initiatives.

If you ever feel uncertain about where you belong, take heart in this: your story matters. Let it join the great narrative of humanity in motion. You never know where your journey may take you—but by embracing your unique identity and experiences, you can find your place in the world, and in doing so, help others find theirs.

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Your story of migration, the one inherited, lived, and witnessed across generations, has a place here. The Tapestry, the 2026 edition of the Gallery’s Migration Literary Award, is an international recognition and publication initiative honouring personal and ancestral stories. Every selected voice is honoured equally. No rankings, no podium. Submissions open March 31 and close August 31, 2026.