Fifty Irish Lives in Canada

Tracing the Legacy of the Irish in Canada Over the Centuries

Featuring an article on ANDREW LEAMY by Rick Henderson

NEW RELEASE – "Fifty Irish Lives in Canada", by Dr. Eamonn McKee & Dr. Mark G. McGowan

This compelling collection of 50 biographies shines a light on the lives of Irish people—both well-known figures and everyday individuals—who helped to shape Canada’s identity over the past five centuries. From politics and education to faith and culture, you'll be inspired by their stories as vividly told by experts in Irish & Canadian studies.

This book honours the nearly 5 million Canadians claiming Irish heritage today by telling the hardships and triumphs of their ancestors in this land.

 Available now from our website: https://en.novalis.ca/products/50-irish-lives-in-canada-1661-to-2017

This project was generously supported by the Canada Ireland Foundation.