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Recap 2004: Canadian Tourism
A recap of all the articles that I wrote in 2004 and links leading back to them. If you've missed any, this is a great way to catch up.
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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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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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SAINTE-MARIE AMONG THE HURONS
In the seventeenth century, Jesuit priests established a wilderness mission in New France. Today, a reconstructed palisade gives testimony to the priest's efforts to convert the aboriginal peoples to Christianity.
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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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Campbell River - The Salmon Capital of the World
Discover this wonderful town where fishing, outdoor activities and the heritage of the First Nations people have made it a popular tourist destination.
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PET SAFETY
Pets are often treated as members of the family. Treat your pets as children when it comes to safety. They're curious and playful, so it is easy for them to find themselves in dangerous predicaments
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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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Boating Impact on Canadian Economy
Recreational boating makes a significant contribution to the national economy of Canada with a total economic impact of $26.8 billion and 373,600 jobs
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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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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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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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GRANNY DAN: Book Review
From Danielle Steel's first book, "Thurston House" to her latest, "Journey," I believe I've read every book that Steel has ever written. Her stories are delightful and usually something I can relate to. "Granny Dan," is such a book.
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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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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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SHANAWDITHIT
In 1823, three starving Beothuck woman were captured on the island of Newfoundland, where their people had lived for hundreds of years. One of these women helped to preserve the tradtions and culture of her tribe.
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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 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 Last Juror: Book Review
Killer, Danny Padget, threatens a jury that if he is convicted of a vicious rape and murder that he will seek revenge. Ignorning his warnings, the jury convicts him and he is sentenced to life in prison. Ten years later he is released and one by one the jurors wind up dead. An inspiring story.
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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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Anti-Seal Hunt Activists Take New Approach
Urging the Vancouver Olympic Organizing Committee to speak out against the commercial seal hunt is a new approach being taken by activists.
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Household Tips 2004 Recap
A short recap of the articles written in 2004.
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Wolf Mania
<p>This article is about a wildlife officer, who gave up his life just to save the wolves. He messed up with some hunters and they ended his life.</p>
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Adventure Travel on Baffin Island
Soft adventure travel begins when you cruise along Baffin Island, Nunavut in Canada's arctic north.
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Cruise Travel on Baffin Island
Baffin Island in Nunavut, Canada is the perfect background to see wildlife like polar bears, ringed seals, narwhal, walrus and northern fulmars.
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Cultural Cruise Vacations, Canada
Cruise travel on Baffin Island, Canada, is a great way to discover the Inuit people and how they survive in the northern arctic.
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Currency Exchange Rate Trading
Allowing the U.S. dollar to fall against foreign currencies is one way to increase money flowing in for American exports while reducing money flowing out for imports.
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