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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 Commonwealth Day, 2022

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Edward Brain

Today (March 8th, 2022) is Commonwealth Day in the countries that are members of the Commonwealth of Nations. Commonwealth Day, celebrated on the second Monday of March throughout the Commonwealth, as its name suggests celebrates the Commonwealth. Traditionally, in London, … Continue reading →

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Canada at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Posted on February 20, 2022 by Edward Brain

The 24th Winter Olympics have now concluded. Congratulations to all the athletes who competed. Let’s look at how Team Canada performed at the Olympics: In total, Canada won 4 Gold, 8 Silver, and 14 Bronze medals, for a total of … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth II Celebrates Her Platinum Jubilee

Posted on February 6, 2022 by Edward Brain

Today, February 6th, 2022, marks the 70 Anniversary of Her Majesty’s ascension. On February 6th, 1952, Her Majesty ascended the throne of seven independent countries – the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, and Ceylon. She would … Continue reading →

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9th Anniversary of my Blog

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Edward Brain

Today, my Blog celebrates the ninth anniversary of its’ creation. I want to thank everyone who has visited this blog, and more importantly decided to follow it.  A Big Thank You!

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Sidney Poitier has Passed Away

Posted on January 7, 2022 by Edward Brain

Famed Bahamian-American actor Sidney Poitier, KBE has passed away at the age of 94, a month prior to his 95th birthday. Mr. Poitier was born on February 20th, 1927 in Miami, Florida to Reginald James and Evelyn Poitier who were … Continue reading →

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2021: Another Annus Horribilis

Posted on January 1, 2022 by Edward Brain

2021 has come to an end, so I would like to present my annual ‘Year in Review’. 2021 has become a second straight ‘Annus Horribilis’ as we have dealt with the COVID pandemic. This included lockdowns and restrictions during the … Continue reading →

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Betty White Passes Away at 99

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Edward Brain

Famed actress Betty White has passed away at the age of 99. Ms. White is well known as Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and as Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls and The Golden Palace, as … Continue reading →

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Arhbishop Desmond Tutu has Passed Away

Posted on December 26, 2021 by Edward Brain

South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu has passed away at the age of 90. Archbishop Tutu was born October 7th, 1931in Klerksdorp, South Africa to Zachariah Zelilo Tutu and his wife, Allen Dorothea Mavoertsek Mathlare. He would become a teacher in … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2021 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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Team Canada World Juniors 2022 Team

Posted on December 20, 2021 by Edward Brain

Team Canada recently announced its’ roster for the 2022 World Juniors, which start Boxing Day. Team Canada opens up the tournament on Boxing Day against the Czech Republic and today is starting pre-tournament play. As part of Group A, we … Continue reading →

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