Money was required for the journey. Families had to decide what they would take with them and what had to be left behind. They took only what was really necessary and the rest was left with family and friends or sold. Money was needed to get to a port and to purchase passage on a ship. Train tickets had to be purchased when they arrived in Canada. Food and supplies had to be bought when they reached Canada.
The family had to pack all their belongings into a large trunk and three or four large suitcases. Some of the things they packed were clothing - blankets - tools used to make new clothing - pots for cooking - dishes - tools needed for farming - seeds - food for the trip. Before the voyage overseas, the family had to get passports and medical checkups. Finally they were ready to board a ship and cross the ocean to a new country.
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