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Fegans Distributing Home, Toronto
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Fegans Distributing Home, Toronto
The Distributing Home at George Street, Toronto, used to house new emigrants from James Fegans childrens homes in England
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This evocative photograph captures the Fegan Distributing Home at George Street in Toronto, a historic institution that once provided a new beginning for thousands of children who had been in the care of James Fegan's children's homes in England. Established in the late 19th century, Fegan's Homes were renowned for their commitment to the welfare and education of orphaned and destitute children. As part of Fegan's emigration program, once children reached the age of 14, they were sent to Canada to continue their education and start a new life. The Distributing Home in Toronto served as a transitional facility, where these young immigrants were given a few months of training in domestic skills and trades before being placed with Canadian families or finding employment. The photograph shows the children gathered in front of the imposing red-brick building, their expressions filled with a mix of excitement, apprehension, and curiosity as they embarked on this new chapter in their lives. The image is a poignant reminder of the vital role that social institutions like the Fegan Distributing Home played in providing care, support, and opportunities for children in need, and the profound impact that these experiences had on their futures. The Fegan Distributing Home at George Street, Toronto, stands as a significant piece of Canadian and social history, and this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the children who passed through its doors.
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