123. The First Danes in Ottawa

Although never very numerous, Danish immigrants to Ottawa quickly found each other and gathered socially, thus forming a distinct Danish community. They integrated quickly and effortlessly, while remaining proud of their background and heritage. The author focusses on 12 families who represent fairly the community and who in several cases provided its agenda and leadership.

Although never very numerous, Danish immigrants to Ottawa quickly found each other and gathered socially, thus forming a distinct Danish community. They integrated quickly and effortlessly, while remaining proud of their background and heritage. The author focusses on twelve families who represent fairly the community and who in several cases provided its agenda and leadership.