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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.

June 6th 2021 Departure of The Canadian

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Edward Brain

VIA Rail Canada’s flagship train, the Canadian, departed Union Station in Toronto Ontario right on time on June 6th, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. reroute for Vancouver, B.C. The train’s consist was: F40PH-2 #6454F40PH-2 #6428Baggage car #8621HEP-I coach #8112HEP-I coach #8113HEP-I … Continue reading →

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Happy Victoria Day

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Edward Brain

Today, May 24th 2021, is Victoria Day in Canada. I want to wish every Canadian a very happy and safe Victoria Day. Today marks the celebration of the birthday of Canada’s first monarch, Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837 to … Continue reading →

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2021 NHL Playoffs First Round

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Edward Brain

The first round of the 2021 National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs are now set and will begin on May 15th, 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and travel restrictions between Canada and the United States, the league redeployed the teams … Continue reading →

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Frank Nelson at 110

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Edward Brain

On this date in 1911, actor Frank Nelson was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado. As such, today, May 5th 2021, would have marked his 110th birthday. Frank Nelson was well known for his catchphrase, EEE-Yeeeeeeeeesssss?, on many shows, including The … Continue reading →

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Famed Mezzo Soprano Christa Ludwig Passes Away at 93

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Edward Brain

Famed mezzo-sporano Christa Ludwig has passed away at the age of 93. Her career spanned almost 50 years, performing opera, Lieder, oratorio, masses, and passions. She was born March 16th, 1928 in Berlin, Germany to Anton Ludwig and Eugenie Besalla-Ludwig, … Continue reading →

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Seeds Planted

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Edward Brain

I finally got around to planting some seedlings for some vegetables. My first time since a school project that I have tried growing vegetables from scratch.

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Prince Phillip Passes Away at 99

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Edward Brain

Buckingham Palace has announced the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh at the age of 99. Prince Phillip was born June 10th 1921 in Mon Repos, Corfu, Kingdom of Greece to Prince Andrew of Greece and … Continue reading →

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Maestro James Levine has Passed Away at 77

Posted on March 17, 2021 by Edward Brain

It was announced on March 17th, 2021 that longtime Metropolitan Opera (‘The Met’) Music Director James Levine passed away on March 9th, 2021 at the age of 77 in Palm Springs, California.

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Happy Commonwealth Day, 2021

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Edward Brain

Today (March 8th, 2021) 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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Johnny Briggs has Passed Away

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Edward Brain

The actor Johnny Briggs, famous for his portrayal of Mike Baldwin on Coronation Street, has passed away at 85. Mr. Briggs played factory owner Mike Baldwin from 1976 to 2006 on Coronation Street, making him a household to many.

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