Tag Archives: Dominion of Canada

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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Remembrance Day

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Edward Brain

Today, November 11th 2014, we mark Remembrance Day in Canada and the sacrifices made by our military during the many conflicts Canada has been involved in. If you are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy in Canada, thank a veteran. … Continue reading →

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Happy Dominion Day

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Edward Brain

I would like to wish all Canadians a very Happy Dominion Day!  Or, if you desire, a Happy Canada Day! Today marks 147 years since the formation of the Dominion of Canada on July 1st, 1867 with the British North … Continue reading →

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Happy Victoria Day

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Edward Brain

Today, May 19th 2014, is Victoria Day in Canada.  This is a public holiday for most of us. While many consider Victoria Day to be the ‘unofficial’ start of summer, it is actually to celebrate the first Monarch of the … 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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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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History of the Vanier Cup

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Edward Brain

Prior to the 49th Vanier Cup game between the Calgary Dinos and the Laval Rouge et Or in Quebec City on November 23rd, I’d like to discuss the history of the Vanier Cup. The Vanier Cup is the top title of … Continue reading →

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Remembrance Day

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Edward Brain

Today, we remember all our troops, past and present, especially those who were killed in action. Canada’s military has a long history of being involved in war, and in peacekeeping operations.  We have served in the American Revolution and War … Continue reading →

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Should Some Senators Resign?

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Edward Brain

The Senate is under scrutiny as it looks into whether or not it should suspend three of its members – namely Senators Patrick Brazeau (Quebec), Mike Duffy (P.E.I.), and Pamela Wallin (Saskatchewan). I would state that it is time that … Continue reading →

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