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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.

Roberto Luongo Traded to Florida Panthers

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Edward Brain

Goalie Roberto Luongo has been traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the Florida Panthers.  Luongo is 19-16-6 with a 2.38 goals-against average and .917 save percentage in 41 games for the Canucks this year. The complete trade is as follows:  … Continue reading →

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Remembering John Candy

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Edward Brain

20 years today the great Canadian comedian John Candy passed away of a heart attack while working on a film in Mexico. John was born and raised in Newmarket, and came to fame as a member of the comedy series … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to Team Canada

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Edward Brain

I would like to congratulate the entire team of athletes who represented Canada at the 2014 Winter Olympics.  You have all made us proud for you success!!!  Thank you! At these Games, Team Canada brought home a total of 25 … Continue reading →

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Family Day or Flag Day?

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Edward Brain

With today being Family Day in Ontario, I would like to ask the question: should we call today Family Day or make it a formal holiday in honour of Flag Day? Personally, I am calling for the name of the … Continue reading →

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Canadian Opera Company’s Un Ballo in Maschera

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Edward Brain

Four Seasons Centre (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Last night I attended a performance of the Canadian Opera Company‘s (COC) production of Un Ballo in Mashera (A Masked Ball) by Guiseppe Verdi.  It starred Adrianne Pieczonka (Amelia), Dimitri Pittas (Riccardo), Elena Manistina … Continue reading →

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Jim Fregosi has Died

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Edward Brain

It has been announced that former Major League Baseball (MLB) manager Jim Fregosi has passed away.  His death was reportedly due to a stroke he recently had. Mr. Fregosi was both a player and a manager.  As a player, he … Continue reading →

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Toronto Argonauts 2014 Schedule Announced

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Edward Brain

The Toronto Argonauts 2014 Schedule has been announced.  The two main highlights include 2 games against the Ottawa Redblacks, the newest team in the league, and the return of the Labour Day Classic against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The highlights of … Continue reading →

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Shirley Temple Dies at 85

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Edward Brain

Shirley Temple, the famous child actress, has passed away at the age of 85 in Woodside, California of natural causes.  Ms. Temple was born on April 23th, 1928 in Santa Monica, California to George and Gertrude Temple. Shirley Temple starred … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 62 Years as Queen of Canada

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 62nd anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s ascension as Queen of Canada.  Queen Elizabeth II is also Queen of 15 other nations, and is the head of the Commonwealth of Nations. Queen Elizabeth ascended the throne of Canada when … Continue reading →

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Reforming the Senate

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Edward Brain

About 10 months ago, I wrote about whether or not Canada needs a Senate.  I supported having a Senate, and I still do. With the recent suspensions of three Senators, as well as the announcement that Liberal Party leader Justin … Continue reading →

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