Tag Archives: Dominion of Canada

Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 64 years as Monarch

Posted on February 6, 2016 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 64th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s ascension as Queen of Canada, the United Kingdom, and 14 other nations.  She is also the head of the Commonwealth of Nations. Queen Elizabeth ascended the throne of Canada when her father, … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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