Roughin' it in Kanata, Eh‪!‬

A poignant journey of identity, culture, and belonging in post-war England and Canada.
Roughin' it in Kanata, Eh! follows Michael Walsh's life from his early years in London after WWII to his teenage immigration to Canada in 1956. This memoir captures the challenges and triumphs of adapting to a new world.

Experience the down-to-earth story of a young "new boy" striving for acceptance in Windsor and London, Ontario. Through honest reflections and humorous anecdotes, Walsh explores cultural differences, family relationships, and the search for personal identity. Discover a life lived between two countries, where roughing it becomes its own reward. This memoir is for readers who enjoy:
Immigration storiesCanadian historyPersonal journeys of cultural adaptation