Why is grosse ile remembered as the place of hope?

Grosse Île is remembered as a place of hope primarily for its role as a quarantine station for Irish immigrants during the Great Famine in the 1840s. Many desperate individuals arrived in Canada seeking refuge and a better life, and Grosse Île served as a critical point for their initial safety and health evaluations. Despite the hardships faced at the island, it symbolizes resilience and the possibility of new beginnings for countless immigrants. Today, it stands as a memorial to those who endured great suffering in pursuit of a hopeful future.