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Canadian Culture Under Attack
Most Canadians think their government should support cultural development, but Canada's Conservative government has a different view.
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No Great Mischief by Alistair MacLeod
No Great Mischief by Alistair MacLeod offers a deeper glimpse on the ties that bind a family as observed in Canadian culture. Honoring traditions are vital.
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Recap
A recap of one year of articles about Canadian History and Culture. Where to from here?
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The New Canadian Ethnicity and Culture
Identity politics is dead, and with it the outdated models of ethnicity and race. Canada's new generation of young, educated, urban elites is defining Canada.
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What is a Canadian?
Canada day is approaching and each year we ask ourselves: what is it that makes us Canadians.
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Explore Eastern Canada - Acadian Nova Scotia
In the 17th-century many people crossed the Atlantic from France to settle in their new homeland, Acadia, now part of Canada's Maritime provinces. Ici on parle français.
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TULIPS, TULIPS, TULIPS
May 3rd to the 20th 2002, Canadians in Ottawa will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Canadian Tulip Festival.
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CANOE THE NAHANNI RIVER
A canoe trip down the Nahanni River is the experience of a lifetime, but will take extensive planning if you want your trip to be a success.
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NIAGARA FALLS: Little Known Facts
Niagara Falls holds mystery and intrigue for people around the world. We think of the Falls as one entity, when in reality, it is made up of three separate waterfalls.,Niagara Falls holds mystery and intrigue for people around the world. We think of the Falls as one entity, when in reality, it is made up of three separate waterfalls.
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AT PEACE
Last year, my husband and I decided to get away from it all. We wanted to go somewhere where there was no telephone, no computers, no television and few people. Haliburton Ontario was the perfect place.
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Canada beneath the Harvest Moon
Mary M. Alward, contributing Editor for Suite101's <a href="http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/5086"><b>Canadian Tourism, Travel & Culture</b></a> looks at traditional life down on the farm at harvest time.
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CANADA'S QUEEN CHARLOTTE ISLANDS
On a tiny island south of Alaska's panhandle and ninety miles off the coast of British Columbia, a battery of weathered and decaying totem poles stare out to sea. These totem poles once declared the status of the powerful Haida Nation
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Christmas Reading
A variety of Christmas books for all of those who love to curl up during the holidays for a great read.
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Cold Process Soap Making 101 : Review of Suite University Course
Cold Process Soapmaking is a wonderful course that will teach you how to make your own soap without preservatives. A wonderful way of moving forward into the New Year.
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DADDY'S CHAIR
As a child I would scramble into my father's lap when he sat on his old wooden chair. Here, he told stories of his younger days when he had traveled the US and Canada. When he died, his chair became a symbol to his family. Though any one else would consider it just an ugly, old wooden chair, I thought of it as a throne from which my father had ruled his kingdom.
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EASTER DELIGHTS
Our family had many Easter traditions when I was a child. Some of them have passed with members of our family but my favorite is still carried on by my mother. This is a custom that will be carried on for many generations to come. It is our family's Easter delight.
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Explore Eastern Canada - Acadian New Brunswick
The Acadian population of New Brunswick suffered the same fate as their compatriots in Nova Scotia - They were expelled and scattered Today they are a peaceful community.
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FISHING FUN
When I was a child, I liked nothing better than to put a bamboo pole over my shoulder and go fishing with Grandpa. Last summer, I took my grandson, Brandon, who was four, on his first fishing expedition and he was delighted.
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Four Mounties Killed
On Thursday, March 3, 2005, four RCMP officers were gunned down in the line of duty. When will our politicans see that they must give power to police and the courts in order to stop the escalation of crime.
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Fragrant Dishes for your Outdoor Dinner Party
Do you entertaining outdoors on a warm, summer evening, when the sweet fragrance of blossoms from my garden drift across the evening breeze? If so, make the evening unforgettable by adding blooms from your garden to your dishes.
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Fun Project for Kids
Hi, my name is Brandon. I had to do this great fun project for school. I'm going to tell you what I did. Maybe you would like to do a project that is similar.
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Granny Ross
It's hard to imagine what life was like for early settlers to Canada. Early pioneer, Marie Henriette Ross, faced daily challenges. In addition, she blazed a trail in the world of science, inspiring future generations.
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INTERNET SAFETY FOR KIDS
When young children go online, it is our duty to teach them Internet safety. A few basic rules will make life easier for you and ensure your child's safety while he/she is online.
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LIBRARY IN TWO COUNTRIES
The border between the United States and Canada is the longest undefended border in the world. Canada and the US have long since shared a peaceful and friendly existence. A little-known library on the Vermont/Quebec border emphasizes the peaceful co-existence of the two countries.
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Natives of Sea and Cedar
Canadian Natives did more than sit on ponies and chase buffalo across the plains. This only represents the Plain Indians. Join me for a glimpse into the lives of Canada's natives of sea and cedar.
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Natives of Sea and Cedar: Part Three
How was a chilkat blanket made? What did the natives of the northwest coast wear? This article covers clothing, chilkat blankets and food of the natives of the northwest coast.
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Natives of Sea and Cedar: Part Two
In part one of the natives of the northwest coast, we covered canoes. In this article find out where the natives of the northwest coast lived, how they built their houses and what they ate.
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NEUROBLASTOMA: Childhood Cancer
Neuroblastoma is one of the most common "solid" (non-leukemic) tumors found in children. It effects one in 7,000. Almost all children effected by Neuroblastoma are under five at the time of diagnosis. 50% are under the age of two.
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ONTARIO WATER SCARE: E.coli Kills Five
Five people have died in Walkerton, Ontario due to E.coli poisoning from the area's water supply. Since the article was written, it has come to light that the Ministry of the Enviroment and the Tory government was well aware of what was happening in Walkerton as far back as 1998.
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Poetry to Warm the Heart
I've put together a few poems to warm the heart, in order to participate in Susan Jeavons' Poetry Extravaganza Event. I hope you enjoy them.
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SCI-FI MEMORIES
I remember our entire family gathering around the floor-model radio when I was young and listening to fantastic stories. Then, Dad was able to save his money and buy a TV. Little did we children know that TV would open up a whole new world for us.
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Screech Like a Banshee
Have you ever heard the term, "Screech like a banshee?" This phrase is often used when describing the screech owl. Though this article focuses mainly on the eastern screech owl, it has a small bit of information on other owls as well.
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Spring Comedy Festivals in Eastern Canada
Spring comedy festivals in Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia offer visitors a chance to enjoy comedic acts in English or French.
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Symbols of Canada
The greatest symbol of Canada is our flag, but because the country is unique, we use many different symbols to let the world know who we are and where we live.
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Taking Adopted Kids to Cultural Festivals
Cultural festivals help adopted kids experience the heritage of their birth family. Complete with festival links, here are some ideas to make the most of culture events.
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THANKSGIVING IN CANADA
In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday of October. The history of Canadian Thanksgiving has been influenced mainly by three other factors.
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THE DINOSAUR CAPITAL OF CANADA
The Badlands of Drumheller, in South Central Alberta, are very rare. A rich cache of fossils as well as intact dinosaur skeletons can be found in this area. A perfect vacation spot for the whole family.
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THE EARLY SETTLING OF NEWFOUNDLAND
Since the beginning of the sixteenth Century, European fishermen have been coming to the shores of what is today known as Newfoundland. But it was the settlers of the seventeenth Century that endured indescribeable hardships to colonize the Island.
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THE HISTORY OF EASTER
In the Christian religion, the Easter tradition focuses on one man - a man who was born of Virgin birth and for thirty-three years walked the earth. His name is Jesus.
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THE RED OCHRE PEOPLE
The Beothuck Indian lived on the island of Newfoundland for hundreds of years. They covered their clothes, weapons and bodies with a mixture of red ochre and oil. The Beothuck were befriended by John Guy in 1610 when he first recorded settlement on the island. What happened to the red ochre people of this remote island?
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THE WORLD HAS CHANGED!
When the terrorists attacked the USA on September 11, 2001, the world changed. For the first time in history, 6,000 people lost their lives at the hand of a foreign organization on American soil.
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Trumpeter Swans
The Trumpeter swan is the rarest bird in the world. Trumpeters are not only beautiful but are marvelously effective ambassadors for wetland habitat. Help to protect this magnificent species.
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WASH DAY AT GRANDMA'S
Wash day a Grandma's was a unique and exciting day for me when I was a child. I well remember the old, manual washer that was pumped by hand and can still feel my arms ache from pumping the handle. Often, I thought my arms would fall off before Grandma would appear and relieve me of the duty.
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CANADA'S YUKON
Canada's Yukon Territory in the northwest is one of the last untouched wilderness areas in the world.
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IS CANADA IMMUNE TO TERRORISM?
A few weeks ago, fiction turned to reality when terrorist attacked the USA. Since Canada and the US have such a close relationship, the question arises, "Is Canada Immune to Terrorism?"
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NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA
Niagara Falls, Ontario is a great place to visit. Whether it be a day, weekend, or an extended holiday, there is always something to see and do at the Falls.
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STAMP OUT TERRORISM
On September 11, terrorists hijacked four planes and assaulted the United States. Over 6,000 people lost their lives to terrorism that morning. It is time to declare war on terrorism and terrorists around the world.
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THE HOME FRONT: 2001
The people of Canada who are guarding the "homefront" have a responsibility to assure the morale of our troops is kept high, especially in the upcoming Christmas season.
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Victoria, British Columbia for Kids
Want to take the kids on a trip of a lifetime? Then Victoria, British Columbia is the place to go. Scenic panoramas and breath taking views will remain in their memories forever. There are hundreds of attractions for kids to enjoy in and around Victoria.
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Best Ottawa Museums for Family Day Trips
Being the Canadian capital, Ottawa is home to many museums within an easy walking distance of downtown and Parliament Hill. Most have great family activities.
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