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Travel Aboard Via Rails Canadian
Ever wondered what it would be like to travel Canada by train? Is it really kid-friendly aboard the train? Questions and answers about Via Rails Canadian.
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Ever wondered what it would be like to travel Canada by train? Is it really kid-friendly aboard the train? Questions and answers about Via Rails Canadian.
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HURON CHRISTMAS CAROL
The first Canadian Christmas carol was written by a Jesuit missionary in Canada's wilderness in the early 1600's. It was translated into English in the 19th Century and was recorded by Bruce Cockburn. It is a beautiful and haunting piece.
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The first Canadian Christmas carol was written by a Jesuit missionary in Canada's wilderness in the early 1600's. It was translated into English in the 19th Century and was recorded by Bruce Cockburn. It is a beautiful and haunting piece.
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ALBERTA'S WHITE PELICANS
White Pelicans have been on Alberta's Endangered Species List for some time. I am happy to report that recently, because of good management by Alberta's Wildlife Commmission, they have been removed from this list.
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White Pelicans have been on Alberta's Endangered Species List for some time. I am happy to report that recently, because of good management by Alberta's Wildlife Commmission, they have been removed from this list.
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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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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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Visit Old Fort Henry
If you enjoy visiting sites that have historical significance, then a trip to Old Fort Henry in Kingston won't disappoint. It's an active museum with lots to see.
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If you enjoy visiting sites that have historical significance, then a trip to Old Fort Henry in Kingston won't disappoint. It's an active museum with lots to see.
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Whistler Winter Skiing Season
A Whistler Blackcomb vacation in BC's mountains is a highlight in Canadian travel
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A Whistler Blackcomb vacation in BC's mountains is a highlight in Canadian travel
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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IN FLANDERS FIELDS: A Gift Of Remembrance
John McCrae, a Canadian physician and poet, wrote In Flanders Fields during the First World War. He left us a very special legacy - the gift of remembrance.
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John McCrae, a Canadian physician and poet, wrote In Flanders Fields during the First World War. He left us a very special legacy - the gift of remembrance.
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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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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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INTERRUPTING THE CYCLE
Only a few years ago, employers were still uncertain about whether or not domestic violence was their concern. Today, thousands of employers are realizing that domestic violence has an impact on everyone in the workplace.
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Only a few years ago, employers were still uncertain about whether or not domestic violence was their concern. Today, thousands of employers are realizing that domestic violence has an impact on everyone in the workplace.
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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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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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Montréal's Spectacular Mountain
Montréal's Mountain in the Center of the City
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Montréal's Mountain in the Center of the City
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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 EAGLES OF SQUAMISH
It is estimated that 10,000 bald eagles visit the arteries of the Squamish River between mid November and mid February. The sight of these magnificent birds is definitely one of nature's treasures.
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It is estimated that 10,000 bald eagles visit the arteries of the Squamish River between mid November and mid February. The sight of these magnificent birds is definitely one of nature's treasures.
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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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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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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 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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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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Tips for Canadians in Cancun
Tips and advice for first-time travelers to Cancun, including pre-trip planning and customs and manners while there, with the Canadian traveler in mind.
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Tips and advice for first-time travelers to Cancun, including pre-trip planning and customs and manners while there, with the Canadian traveler in mind.
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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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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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VALENTINES: A Bit of History
Valentine's Day customs have changed drastically over the years. It was celebrated in Ancient Rome as the Feast of Lupercalia.
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Valentine's Day customs have changed drastically over the years. It was celebrated in Ancient Rome as the Feast of Lupercalia.
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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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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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ALBERTA'S WOODLAND CARIBOU
The Woodland Caribou is on the Endangered Species List in the province of Alberta. We must educate mankind to ensure the existence of these wonderful, majestic creatures.
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The Woodland Caribou is on the Endangered Species List in the province of Alberta. We must educate mankind to ensure the existence of these wonderful, majestic creatures.
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BUFFALO JUMP NATIONAL PARK
For years the people of Huxley, Alberta fought to preserve a canyon 20 kilometers east of their small village. In 1981, it was declared a World Heritage Site
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For years the people of Huxley, Alberta fought to preserve a canyon 20 kilometers east of their small village. In 1981, it was declared a World Heritage Site
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CANADA MOURNS: The Death of Pierre Elliott Trudeau
He was loved! He was hated! But no matter what your opinion of former Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, you have to admit he changed the face of Canadian politics forever.
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He was loved! He was hated! But no matter what your opinion of former Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, you have to admit he changed the face of Canadian politics forever.
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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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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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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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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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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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