Pier 21, located on the waterfront of Halifax, Nova Scotia, has received new funding to better tell Canada's story of immigration. The $10 million capital expansion of the immigration museum, which began in 2005, will receive an additional $1.5 million from the Government of Nova Scotia.

"Pier 21 is recognized around the world as a centre for celebrating Canada's rich history and diversity," stated Economic Development Minister Angus MacIsaac when announcing the new funding. "The investment shows we value the important contributions of all our immigrants, here in Nova Scotia and across Canada."

The capital expansion project aims to better tell the story of Canadian immigration from past to present. Over the past three years, the museum has launched such initiatives as the Scotiabank Research Centre, the Global Classroom, and the Harbourside Gallery. Pier 21 plans to expand its permanent exhibits and enhance its website with a digitized story collection and oral and video histories.

"Preserving Canada's immigration stories and making them accessible today emphasizes the significance Canadians place on the roll of immigration in our nation's history," states Nova Scotia Immigration Minister Len Goucher. "The stories are a testimony to out respect for the vital role newcomers continue to have in building our communities."