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Happy Sir John Graces Simcoe Day, 2026

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Edward Brain

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, England … Continue reading →

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Canada Celebrates 159 Years of Confederation

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 159th 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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82nd Anniversary of the D-Day Landings

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Edward Brain

Today, June 6th, 2025, marks the 82nd 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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Some New Gardening Pictures (June 2nd 2026)

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Edward Brain

I thought that I would share some pictures from my garden bed as we enter the month of June 2026. I hope that you enjoy these pictures:

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Walking for MS Canada (May 2026)

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Edward Brain

As we head into the last hours of May 2026, I would like to update everyone on something I have been doing in my personal life. During the month I have been tracking the steps I have taken every day … Continue reading →

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Happy Victoria Day 2026

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Edward Brain

Today, May 18th 2026, 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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Tulips in the Garden

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Edward Brain

My tulips have come up out in the garden. Here are some pictures from the garden today on a bright, sunny day:

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New Videos from April 2026

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Edward Brain

It’s now early May, so let’s take a look at some of the videos I have uploaded to my Youtube channels: Firstly, from my main channel, Edward’s Videos:

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MS Canada 50KM May Challenge

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Edward Brain

It is now May. That means the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Challenge 50 Kilometre Challenge to raise fund for MS Canada. I am participating in the event this year. Canada has the highest rate of MS in the world.

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A Couple of Robins

Posted on April 17, 2026 by Edward Brain

I caught a few pictures of a couple of robins today while out for a walk:

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