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 Sir John Graces Simcoe Day, 2025

Posted on August 4, 2025 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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‘Hulk Hogan’ Passes Away at 71

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Edward Brain

Famed wrestler Terry Bollea, known professionally as ‘Hulk Hogan‘ has passed away following a cardiac arrest. He was born Terry Bollea on August 11th, 1953 in Augusta, Georgia to Pietro “Peter” and Ruth V. Bollea. Hogan began wrestling in 1977, … Continue reading →

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Interesting Rose Plant

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Edward Brain

I planted the following rose plant last year. This year it has come up very well, with a ton of roses already. All I did was to build up some soil and leaves around the bast of the plant last … Continue reading →

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Canada Celebrates 158 Years of Confederation

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 158th 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 the Canada we know today. On July 1st, 1867, three British colonies: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, … Continue reading →

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Remembering James Last

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Edward Brain

June 9th, 2025 marks 10 years since the passing of German band leader James Last. For many years he was the leader of his own band, the James Last Orchestra after starting out as a jazz bassist. Mr. Last remains … Continue reading →

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81st Anniversary of the D-Day Landings

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Edward Brain

Today, June 6th, 2025, marks the 81st Anniversary of the D-Day Landings as part of Operation Overlord – the opening of the second front in Europe as part of World War II. As part of Operation Overlord, the D-Day Landings … Continue reading →

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10 Years of Union Pearson Express

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Edward Brain

Today, June 6th, 2025, the Union Pearson Express in Toronto celebrates 10 years of service. I rode the train on the first day of service, on June 6th, 2015: Union-Pearson Express Enters Service.

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Videos Uploaded in May 2025

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Edward Brain

During May, I uploaded a number of videos to my Youtube Channels. Following are a selection of videos that I uploaded: From my main channel, Edward’s Videos:

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Loretta Swit Passes Away at 87

Posted on June 1, 2025 by Edward Brain

Actress Loretta Swit, well known for her role as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan the long running television show M*A*S*H, has passed away at the age of 87. She was born Loretta Jane Szwedon November 4th, 1937 to Lester and … Continue reading →

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2025 Stanley Cup Finals Set

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Edward Brain

The 2025 Stanley Cup Finals are now set. This year sees a rematch of last year’s finals as the Florida Panthers take on the Edmonton Oilers. The Panthers won the Stanley Cup last year, beating out the Oilers in a … Continue reading →

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