Coldest Winter

The images in this photo essay were captured from the perspective of a newly-migrated person experiencing Christmas alone for the first time. It features Toronto's The Distillery Winter Village, one of the world's most popular, busiest Christmas markets.

Barrels that say "Home for the Holidays," "Spirit of York Distillery Co" and "Gooderham & Worts"
A staff in the middle of a street looking out to a crowd of people
A huge outdoor christmas tree beside the Canadian flag
Two people looking at a board standing against white trees
A star-shaped ornament that says "for my son in heaven, David" on a tree
A pretzel stall with two people exchanging goods
A chalkboard sign that says "Tis the Season! Come in and Stay Warm"
An open door with a signage showing opening hours
A person looking down on an illuminated pathway and a bag of souvenirs
An outdoor patio heater with five raised hands surrounding it
A vintage bar sign that says "Joy" with people in the foreground
Close-up of hands of two people holding red cups
A group of Christmas carolers in red cloaks passing through an alley
A giant Christmas tree with crowds of people standing and moving
Light painting of stars against a blurry nightsky
A close-up photo of a Christmas tree with gold and black ornaments and lights
A classic street clock and signage that says "Gooderham & Worts Limited"
A working person in an empty room beside a jampacked restaurant
A heart-shaped decor on top of a trash can
A reflective star decor that says "Wish" hung outside a booth
Reflection of a person on a bus looking out to a street full of lights and people

Photojournalist: Annicca Albano | Camera: Nikon D5600 | Editing: Adobe Photoshop

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