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Remembrance Day 2015

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, November 11th 2015, we mark Remembrance Day in Canada and the sacrifices made by our military during the many conflicts Canada has been involved in. Canadians have a long tradition of joining the military when required and to successfully … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth II Sets New Record

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Edward Brain

September 9th, 2015 will go down as the day Queen Elizabeth II becomes the longest reigning Monarch in the history of Canada and 15 other realms.  Her Majesty’s reign surpasses the reign of her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria who reigned for … Continue reading →

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94th Warriors’ Day Parade

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Edward Brain

On Saturday August 22nd, Toronto celebrated the 94th Warriors’ Day Parade at the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE).  This year’s Warriors’ Day Parade also commemorated the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. The Parade started at 10:30 a.m. … Continue reading →

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2015 CNE is Underway

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, August 21st, 2015, the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) opened for the 2015 season.  The CNE runs until Labour Day, September 7th. The Buildings are open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and the grounds remain open until midnight.  The … Continue reading →

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Happy Dominion Day!

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Edward Brain

Happy Dominion Day to everyone in Canada!  July 1st, 2015 marks the 148th 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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Matt Boyd Makes an Impresses in Major League Debut

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Matt Boyd made a huge impression in his first ever major league appearance.  Despite losing the game 4-0 to the Texas Rangers and Yovani Gallardo (who pitched an impressive 8 1/3 innings), Boyd pitched with … Continue reading →

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Union-Pearson Express Enters Service

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Edward Brain

On June 6th, 2015, the Union-Pearson Express (UPX) started service between Toronto’s Union Station and the Lester B. Pearson International Airport. The trains, consisting of two or three car consists, are Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs), and depart from Union Station … Continue reading →

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Captain John’s leaves Town

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, May 28th, 2015, Toronto bid farewell to the Jadran, the late home of Captain John’s Seafood restaurant. The ship left its berth at the foot of Yonge Street under tow, and brings to an end a long battle of … Continue reading →

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Happy Victoria Day

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, May 18th, 2015, 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.  Since 1957, Victoria Day also … Continue reading →

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Commonwealth Day 2015

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Edward Brain

Today, March 9th 2015, 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.

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