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Date of Birth
My grandfather was born on this day and was named Ronald Mendez. He was born in Peru with his Mother , two (2) brothers and one (1) sister. His father passed away when his mother was six (6) months pregnant. My grandfather and his siblings all went to primary and secondary school in the place they lived in but my grandfather was the one who left the country for post secondary. -
First wave of Latin people arriving in Canada
Spanish people first came to Canada in 1970 from Spain and other countries in South America, They came to Canada because of the problems in thier own countries such as a unemployment, lack of safety, lack of service, poverty, weather conditions, lack of resources, hazards and isolation. They then looked at Canada as a great place because of the opportunities, potential for employment, better service provision, greater wealth, education and a fresh start. -
Immigration to Canada
My Grandfather came to Canada on this day for educational purposes, a fresh start and to understand the language better. He found an appartment quite quicky and got a part time job. -
Attends School
My grandfather went to a universirty in Toronto for business but before the school year started he attended english courses to help improve his ability in speaking and understanding the language. -
Married
my grandfather married a woman at this time and was the mother of three (3) of his children. -
First child was born
On this day my grandfathers first child was born. It was a girl. she went to a university in Toronto for business and was the mother of me (Adrian). she lives wither her husband and three (3) kids. (I am included in that three) -
Second child born
On this day my grandfathers second child was born. It was a girl. she attended a university in Toronto for business and is now living with her husband and three (3) kids. -
Third child was born
On this day my grandfathers third (3rd) child was born. it was a girl. She attended a university in Toronto and she now lives with her husband and the son they have. -
Second marrige
After the passing of my grandfathers first wife, on this day he re-married. He married a woman who he met thru his friends. -
Fourth child was born
On this day my grandfather had his fourth (4th) child. it was a boy. he works and does not go to any university.