Author Archives: Edward Brain

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About Edward Brain

I am a long time condo activist and have a background in Business Administration. I am also an avid transit enthusiast, photographer, and filmmaker.

Happy New Year/Year-in-Review

Posted on January 1, 2025 by Edward Brain

It’s now January 1st, 2025 – Happy New Year, everyone! 2024 flew by. Many things occurred during the year. Let’s take a look at some highlights:

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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Edward Brain

For United States President, Jimmy Carter, has passed away at the age of 100. Mr. Carter was born to Bessie Lillian Gordy and James Earl Carter Sr. on October 1st, 1924 in Plains, Georgia. He would serve in the U.S. … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2024 by Edward Brain

I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. May you spend your Christmas with family and friends and have a wonderful and enjoyable Christmas. The year is coming to a close and I would also like to thank … Continue reading →

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Recent Video Uploads

Posted on December 21, 2024 by Edward Brain

I recently had reason to be in downtown Toronto, which gave me an opportunity to get some videos of passenger trains operating at Toronto’s Union Station. Here are some videos: The Maple Leaf, a joint Amtrak-VIA Rail train is departing … Continue reading →

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Team Canada Announces World Juniors Team

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Edward Brain

Team Canada has announced its’ team for the 2025 World Junior Hockey Tournament set to run from Boxing Day (December 26th, 2024) to January 5th, 2025 in Ottawa, Ontario. Team Canada is looking to rebound after finishing in 5th Place … Continue reading →

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2024 Etobicoke Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Edward Brain

The 2024 edition of the Etobicoke-Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade was held December 7th, 2024. The parade ran along Lake Shore Blvd. W. between Dwight Ave. and Long Branch Ave. in the New Toronto and Long Branch neighbourhoods of south Etobicoke … Continue reading →

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Quick Trip to London

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Edward Brain

I mad a quick trip to London, Ontario on November 25th, 2024 to try out VIA Rail’s new Venture trains. Overall, I am impressed with the cars, especially the signs that tell passengers what the upcoming stops are, how fast … Continue reading →

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Toronto Celebrates Argonauts 19th Grey Cup

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Edward Brain

On November 19th, 2024 the City of Toronto celebrated the Toronto Argonauts (‘Argos’) 19th Grey Cup victory two days earlier. On November 17th, Vancouver, British Columbia hosted the 111th Grey Cup game between the Argos and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. … Continue reading →

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Toronto: The City of Champions (Updated)

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Edward Brain

The Toronto Argonauts have just won their 19th Grey Cup with their 41-24 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the 111th Grey Cup. It is a reminder to me of how successful Toronto teams can be. Toronto has had … Continue reading →

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Remembrance Day 2024

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Edward Brain

Today, November 11th 2024, we mark Remembrance Day in Canada and the sacrifices made by our military during the many conflicts Canada has been involved in. Canadians have a long tradition of joining its allies in conflicts when required and … Continue reading →

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