Explore Canada’s immigrant history at Pier 21 with guided tours, personal stories, and unique exhibitions. Discover your roots and shop Canadian treasures.
Explore Canada’s immigrant history at Pier 21 with guided tours, personal stories, and unique exhibitions. Discover your roots and shop Canadian treasures.
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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 - The Canada Strong Pass returns from June 19th to September 7th, 2026, offering free or discounted entry for those aged 24 and under.
Discover why the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is a must-visit attraction in Halifax. Delve into Canada’s rich immigration history through personal narratives….
- Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 - The Canada Strong Pass returns from June 19th to September 7th, 2026, offering free or discounted entry for those aged 24 and under.
Discover why the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is a must-visit attraction in Halifax. Delve into Canada’s rich immigration history through personal narratives.
Situated on Halifax’s waterfront at the historic Pier 21, the museum invites visitors to step back in time and experience the journey of immigrating to Canada. Participate in a guided tour of the Pier 21 Story Exhibition, available in English or French. Admission grants access to all exhibitions, films, the café, and the gift shop. Explore the evolution of immigration in the Canadian Immigration Story Exhibition. At the Scotiabank Family History Centre, expert researchers are available to assist in tracing your family’s history and journey.
Book ahead and enjoy flexible admission options!

- Access to all Museum’s exhibitions
- Guided tour
- Museum Boutique
- Scotiabank Family History Centre
- Access to all Museum’s exhibitions
- Guided tour
- Museum Boutique
- Scotiabank Family History Centre
Enjoy complimentary entry to the Museum during March Break from the 14th to the 22nd. No tickets are necessary.
This is more than just a national museum and historic site. Our engaging exhibitions offer activities suitable for all ages. Dive into our history and explore the themes of courage, hope, hardship, and resilience central to the immigrant…
Enjoy complimentary entry to the Museum during March Break from the 14th to the 22nd. No tickets are necessary.
This is more than just a national museum and historic site. Our engaging exhibitions offer activities suitable for all ages. Dive into our history and explore the themes of courage, hope, hardship, and resilience central to the immigrant experience. Conveniently located on the Halifax waterfront.
ACTIVITIES TO ENJOY:
NEW: Welcome To Turtle Island: An Indigenous art installation by Tribal Fusion Art (Dec 2025 - 2027)
STEP INTO THE PAST: Relive the experience of immigrating to Canada through the historic Pier 21, where nearly one million immigrants arrived between 1928 and 1971, with guided tours available in English or French.
DISCOVER OVER 400 YEARS OF HISTORY in the Canadian Immigration Story exhibition, featuring a 10-minute film highlighting the contributions of Canadian immigrants.
UNCOVER YOUR FAMILY’S ROOTS at the Scotiabank Family History Centre.
SHOP for Canadian treasures at the Museum Boutique.
On-site café available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.