Life Stories
These interviews are part of the Kalifer Family Heritage and Legacy Project.
Listen here to Baycrest residents’ unique experiences, wisdom, and advice.
Kitty Cohen: On Education and Determination
Terraces resident Kitty Cohen talks about the importance of education and her academic accomplishments. She also shares her thoughts on what it means to be determined.
Helen Cornfield: An Unconventional Wedding Dress
Helen Cornfield talks about the story behind how she ended up wearing a red velvet wedding dress.
Yankle Gladstone: Growing up in the Shtetl
Yankle Gladstone talks about his childhood, growing up in a Polish Shtetl.
Oscar, Honey and Lisa Ross: Family of Artists
Oscar, Honey, and Lisa talk about the various forms of artwork they create, their history of art, where they have shared their work in Toronto and how they are involved in the arts at Baycrest.
Sophie Krausz: Memories of Being a Pioneer in Polish Summer Camps
Sophie Krausz talks about going to summer camp and being a Pioneer.
Kitty Cohen: On Life and Aging
104 year old Terraces resident Kitty Cohen talks about her experiences after turning 100. She shares her wisdom on how to live a long, happy life.
Yankle Gladstone: Reflects on his Youth in Montreal
Yankle Gladstone discusses his youth in Montreal.
Fela Schwemer: Family Life in Poland
Fela Schwemer talks about her family life in Poland, and the trials and tribulations she and her family faced.
Bernard Pike: A Family Tradition of Service to the Jewish Community
Bernard Pike talks about his family's conttributions to charitable work.
Sophie Krausz: Blueberries at Summer Camp in 1950s Poland
Sophie Krausz talks about going to the forest with her fellow campers to collect blueberries at summer camp.