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experience, in a very real and emotional way, the Canadian immigration policy in the early 1900s. Learners guide their own learning through decision-making and problem-solving as they attempt to make it to the end of the simulation by getting into Canada. Learners are provided with currency and are assigned an unknown country of origin. The museum interpreter plays the role of the immigration officer, deciding whether the learners, in their roles as potential immigrants, will get in to Canada. The experiences of the activity reflect the real-life experiences of immigrants to Canada. Learners will be exploring racism in immigration policy and will be encouraged to think critically about how Canadians make decisions about who should be let in and who should be kept out. Immigration Simulation Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 This active role-play-based program gives learners a chance to Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 also offers You Have Always Been Part of the Story and more! C O N N E C T E D N O R T H 2 0 2 5 - 2 0 2 6 S E S S I O N M E N U 89 Northwestern Ontario. She is the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award from Rare Breeds Canada for her tireless work preserving the Little Native Ponies history and working with youth. She is an artist whose vivid Woodlands style canvases captivate viewers and share the knowledge she has gained from the Elders about the "Native Ponies of the Big Woods". Prompted by her concern that oral stories of the Little Native Ponies and their importance would be forgotten, Rhonda decided to paint the stories for the education and enjoyment of current and future generations. Storytelling: Native Ponies of the Big Woods Rhonda Snow Rhonda Snow (Minogishibakwebik) is an Anishinaabe from Rhonda also offers Gifts from the Wilderness: Wildlife Pendants of Creations. The simulation activity at Pier 21 was incredibly engaging for the students. They were fully immersed in the experience, which allowed them to step into the shoes of immigrants from the 1910s. The interactive nature of the activity encouraged participation and sparked thoughtful discussions among the students. Moreover, it provided a valuable opportunity to explore Canada's discriminatory immigration policies during that era. By navigating the challenges faced by immigrants, students gained a deeper understanding of the historical context and the impact these policies had on individuals and families. Overall, it was an enlightening experience that fostered empathy and critical thinking. -Teacher, Baker Lake, NU

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