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.

Condominium Could Amend the By-laws

Posted on September 18, 2016 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman as another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s discuss a couple of questions that were brought up: QUESTION:  Our board recently discovered that owners have been electing five directors when the bylaws allowed for three. A lawyer’s letter … Continue reading →

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Johan Botha Dies at 51

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Edward Brain

It has been reported that South African Heldentenor Johan Botha has passed away at the age of 51.  Mr. Botha had been suffering from cancer. Mr. Botha was known for singing some of the most difficult tenor roles in opera, … Continue reading →

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Canada at the Summer Olympics

Posted on August 21, 2016 by Edward Brain

With the 31st Summer Olympics coming to an end in Rio de Jeneiro, I’d like to thank all 314 Canadian athletes who participated. In total, Team Canada finished in 10th place overall with 22 medals (4 Gold, 3 Silver, and … Continue reading →

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95th Warriors Day

Posted on August 20, 2016 by Edward Brain

Today, August 20th 2016, the Canadian National Exhibition (C.N.E.) celebrated the 95th Warriors’ Day Parade. The Parade started at 10:30 a.m. at the Princes’ Gate, at the east end of the CNE grounds, and continued past the Direct Energy Centre, … Continue reading →

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Condominiums Need Facilities Agreement

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Edward Brain

Gerry Human has another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s look at two of the questions asked: QUESTION:  Our townhouse condo has two condominium corporations and two boards of directors. But we don’t have an agreement setting out how we … Continue reading →

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Happy Simcoe Day 2016

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Edward Brain

As today is Sir John Graves Simcoe Day in Ontario, I would like to discuss the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada from 1791 to 1796.  Of course Upper Canada would later become the Province of Ontario. Born in Cotterstock … Continue reading →

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Happy Dominion Day

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Edward Brain

Happy Dominion Day to everyone in Canada!  July 1st, 2016 marks the 149th birthday for the Dominion of Canada since Confederation on July 1st, 1867. Confederation was created thanks to the hard work of many people, and helped to create … Continue reading →

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Gordie Howe passes away at 88

Posted on June 11, 2016 by Edward Brain

Legendary hockey player Gordie Howe has passed away at the age of 88. Mr. Howe was born in Floral Saskatchewan on March 31st, 1928. Mr. Howe spent 32 years playing hockey, earning the nickname ‘Mr. Hockey.’  He played 26 seasons … Continue reading →

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Happy Victoria Day

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Edward Brain

Today, May 23rd 2016, 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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Singers Make Elektra in HD Work

Posted on May 1, 2016 by Edward Brain

The Metropolitan Opera (The Met) completed its 2015-2016 Live in HD broadcasts on April 30th, 2016 with a performance of Richard Strauss’ Elektra.  The production premiered in Europe and was directed by the late Patrice Chéreau. The production stars Nina … Continue reading →

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