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In the early years after Confederation in Canada, the rising nation needed workers that could take advantage of the abundant resources.

Mary Janeway, born in Scotland in 1887, came to Canada as a "home child" at a very young age.

In a dangerous alley in a township in South Africa, the strength and unity which a group of young friends feel while playing soccer keep them safe when a gang of bullies arrives to cause trouble.

Home child Mary Janeway runs away from her farm placement, grows into adulthood, and ultimately comes to terms with life in Hamilton, Ontario.

In the early years after Confederation in Canada, the rising nation needed workers that could take advantage of the abundant resources.