Monthly Archives: December 2017

2017: In Review

It’s December 31st, 2017.  I’d like to thank everyone who has visited my site this year. Let’s look at some of  the highlights of the year:

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Johnny Bower Passes Away at 93

It has been announced that legendary Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Johnny Bower has passed away at 93 after a bout with pneumonia. Mr. Bower was a four time Stanley Cup Champion with the Toronto Maple Leafs, leading them to three … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas

I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. I hope you get to spend time with your family and friends. May all the blessings of Christmas be found for you and your family. 

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Team Canada Names World Juniors Team

Team Canada has announced the members of their team for the 2018 World Junior Tournament, which begins December 26th. The team consists of:

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Halifax Explosion 100 Years Later

Today, December 6th 2017, marks the 100th anniversary of Canada’s worst man made disaster.  On this date in 1917, the SS Mont-Blanc collided with the SS Imo in the harbour in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The SS Mont-Blanc was loaded with … Continue reading

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Etobicoke Celebrates 27th Annual Santa Claus Parade

The south Etobicoke communities of Long Branch and New Toronto celebrated their 27th annual Santa Claus parade. The parade takes place along Lake Shore Blvd. W., starting at 10 a.m. at Dwight Ave. in New Toronto.  The parade heads west … Continue reading

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