Tag Archives: Canada

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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Happy Victoria Day 2025

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Edward Brain

Today, May 19th 2025, 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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Impact of 2025 Election on Canadian Political Landscape

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Edward Brain

On April 28th, 2025 Canada held the 45th General Election in its’ history in order to elect members of the House of Commons. The result was a fourth straight term in office for the Liberals, and a third straight minority. … Continue reading →

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Downy Woodpecker

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Edward Brain

Following the snowstorm over the weekend of February 15th and 16th, 2025, I managed to get out for a nice walk on the afternoon of February 17th, 2025. While out for the walk I was able to catch a Downy … Continue reading →

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Recent Video Uploads

Posted on December 21, 2024 by Edward Brain

I recently had reason to be in downtown Toronto, which gave me an opportunity to get some videos of passenger trains operating at Toronto’s Union Station. Here are some videos: The Maple Leaf, a joint Amtrak-VIA Rail train is departing … Continue reading →

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Toronto: The City of Champions (Updated)

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Edward Brain

The Toronto Argonauts have just won their 19th Grey Cup with their 41-24 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the 111th Grey Cup. It is a reminder to me of how successful Toronto teams can be. Toronto has had … Continue reading →

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Remembrance Day 2024

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Edward Brain

Today, November 11th 2024, 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 its allies in conflicts when required and … Continue reading →

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102nd Warriors’ Day

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Edward Brain

On August 17th, 2024, the 102nd Warriors’ Day Parade was held at the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE.) The parade featured military bands, first responders’ bands, old military vehicles, Honour Guards, etc. and started at the Princes’ Gates and head west … Continue reading →

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Canada Celebrates 157 Years of Confederation

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 157th 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.

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Happy Victoria Day, 2024

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Edward Brain

Today, May 20th 2024, 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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