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LusoCanada Podcast is a space for conversation, memory, and discovery, giving voice to the stories, people, and journeys that help tell the Portuguese experience in Canada.
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Episode 7: A Community Pillar
Guest: Fernando Costa
A conversation with Fernando Costa, the first Portuguese doctor in Canada, founding member of the Portuguese Canadian Federation of Business and Professionals, former Director of First Portuguese in Toronto, and responsible for other notable milestones in the community.
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Episode 6: Rancho Folclórico “As Tricanas”
Guest: Cristiano Matos
A conversation with Cristiano Matos, president of Rancho Folclórico As Tricanas, about the history of the group, its founding in Toronto in 1980, its connection to the Bairrada and Beira Litoral regions, and its renewed chapter in Hamilton after the pandemic. Cristiano reflects on family roots in folklore, the meaning of traditional costumes such as the tricana and the marnoto, the importance of youth participation, and the group’s mission to preserve Portuguese culture for future generations.
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Episode 5: Casa das Beiras: Roots and Renewal
Guest: Bernardino Nascimento
A conversation about the history of Casa das Beiras of Toronto and the community journey of Bernardino Nascimento, one of its founders and longtime leaders. In this episode, Bernardino reflects on Os Viriatos, Clube Académico de Viseu, the creation of Casa das Beiras, the role of folklore and cultural events, the purchase of community buildings, and decades of volunteer work in Toronto’s Portuguese community.
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Episode 4: The League that United the Community
Guest: Bernardino Nascimento
A conversation about the origins of the Luso-Canadian Soccer League and the role football played in bringing Toronto’s Portuguese community together. In this episode, Bernardino Nascimento reflects on the clubs, the crowds, and a sporting legacy that helped unite a generation of immigrants.
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Episode 3: Andrew da Câmara – Roots and Record
Guest: Andrew da Câmara
Andrew da Câmara shares the story of his family, the growth of the Portuguese community in Mississauga, the importance of folklore, and the Guinness record for the Largest Portuguese Folk Dance. A conversation about roots, community, and keeping Portuguese heritage alive in Canada.
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Episode 2: Um Saco de Dollars
Guest: Carmelinda Scian
A conversation about emigration, resilience, and the foundations of Portuguese life in Canada.
In this episode, we follow one father’s journey from Portugal to Canada and reflect on the sacrifices, struggles, and aspirations that marked an entire generation of Portuguese pioneers.
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Episode 1: Antonio do Forno, A Life that Built Community
Guests: Paulo do Forno, Dominic do Forno
A conversation about memory, identity, and the legacy of a remarkable Portuguese-Canadian life.
In this inaugural episode, we explore Antonio do Forno’s journey, his reflections, and the experiences that shaped his path.
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