Articles related to "Cartier"
Jacques Cartier
In search of the north-west passage to the fabled lands of China he instead found the majestic beauty of Canada.
jacques cartier • french explorers • king francis i • cartier’s voyages • discovery of st lawrence
In search of the north-west passage to the fabled lands of China he instead found the majestic beauty of Canada.
jacques cartier • french explorers • king francis i • cartier’s voyages • discovery of st lawrence
Maison George Etienne Cartier
One of the most interesting historic sites in Montreal is the Maison George Etienne Cartier. Cartier was one of the fathers of Confederation and this house depicts the life of a bourgeois in the mid eighteen hundreds.
confederation • upper and lower canada • george etienne cartier • maison cartier • cpr railway
One of the most interesting historic sites in Montreal is the Maison George Etienne Cartier. Cartier was one of the fathers of Confederation and this house depicts the life of a bourgeois in the mid eighteen hundreds.
confederation • upper and lower canada • george etienne cartier • maison cartier • cpr railway
Explorers of Canada, Part II: Jacques Cartier
Second part in Explorers of Canada
canada • france • new france • cartier • jacques
Second part in Explorers of Canada
canada • france • new france • cartier • jacques
Fondation Cartier
Across the boulevard from Montparnasse Cemetery, cutting-edge art and architecture join forces at the Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain.
fondation caratier • paris art museums • jean nouvel • art and architecture in paris • contemporary art in paris
Across the boulevard from Montparnasse Cemetery, cutting-edge art and architecture join forces at the Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain.
fondation caratier • paris art museums • jean nouvel • art and architecture in paris • contemporary art in paris
Canada's First Christmas in 1535
On his second trip to the New World, explorer Jacques Cartier and his men spent the winter near Stadacona and celebrated Canada's first recorded Christmas.
first christmas in canada 1535 • jacques cartier celebrated christmas in canada • french explorers celebrated first canadian christm • christmas at stadacona • chief donnacona at stadacona
On his second trip to the New World, explorer Jacques Cartier and his men spent the winter near Stadacona and celebrated Canada's first recorded Christmas.
first christmas in canada 1535 • jacques cartier celebrated christmas in canada • french explorers celebrated first canadian christm • christmas at stadacona • chief donnacona at stadacona
Cartier Spreads the Love
A screwhead-covered gold bracelet symbolizing having one's heart locked up is now an icon & has since spawned a collection with an impressive charity bent.
fashiontribes • fashion • jewelry • jewellery • jewelry design
A screwhead-covered gold bracelet symbolizing having one's heart locked up is now an icon & has since spawned a collection with an impressive charity bent.
fashiontribes • fashion • jewelry • jewellery • jewelry design
Canada's Beginings
This is a little historical article of Canada. Some facts may be wrong but most of it is what is tought to us in Ontario Schools.
canada • history • jacques cartier • john cabot • confederation
This is a little historical article of Canada. Some facts may be wrong but most of it is what is tought to us in Ontario Schools.
canada • history • jacques cartier • john cabot • confederation
Fathers of Confederation, Part 1
First part of a four part series on the men who made this country out of words.
canada • confederation • canada day • brown • cartier
First part of a four part series on the men who made this country out of words.
canada • confederation • canada day • brown • cartier
Montreal (Hochelaga)
This week we celebrate Montreal, founded May 16, 1642.
montreal • quebec • canada • casino • cartier
This week we celebrate Montreal, founded May 16, 1642.
montreal • quebec • canada • casino • cartier
The Quatermass Trilogy
Classic Sci-fi series from Nigel Kneale and Rudolph Cartier
bbc • british television • quatermass trilogy • science fiction • uktv
Classic Sci-fi series from Nigel Kneale and Rudolph Cartier
bbc • british television • quatermass trilogy • science fiction • uktv
History of Swiss Watchmaking and Geneva Seal
Thanks to Jean Calvin, the painstaking craft of Swiss watchmaking was born, bearing collector aficion, a Geneva Seal and watch industry chauvinism in its glamorous wake.
swiss watchmaking • geneva seal • jean calvin • cartier • patek phiippe
Thanks to Jean Calvin, the painstaking craft of Swiss watchmaking was born, bearing collector aficion, a Geneva Seal and watch industry chauvinism in its glamorous wake.
swiss watchmaking • geneva seal • jean calvin • cartier • patek phiippe
Jean-François de La Roche de Roberval
Pirate, colonist, Protestant rebel, Roberval added a colourful page to the early history of Canada.
roberval • jean francois de la roche • colony • new france • colonies in new france
Pirate, colonist, Protestant rebel, Roberval added a colourful page to the early history of Canada.
roberval • jean francois de la roche • colony • new france • colonies in new france
Perfect Perfumes for Fall Winter 2008
With dozens of fragrances launching this fall, the winter season is not a time for shy wispy scents. Many perfumes are confident and strong, and rich and spicy.
perfumes for fall winter • ralph lauren notorious • david yurman • delices de cartier • annick goutal encens flamboyant
With dozens of fragrances launching this fall, the winter season is not a time for shy wispy scents. Many perfumes are confident and strong, and rich and spicy.
perfumes for fall winter • ralph lauren notorious • david yurman • delices de cartier • annick goutal encens flamboyant
French Maps of Early North America
The involvement of French map makers in the early exploration of North America.
french mapmaking • explorers • north america • maps
The involvement of French map makers in the early exploration of North America.
french mapmaking • explorers • north america • maps
Confederation
Happy Birthday Canada! It's Canada Day (July 1st) this week and Canada turns 133 years old! Here's how Canada came to be on July 1st, 1867.
canada day • confederation • conference • pei • charlottetown
Happy Birthday Canada! It's Canada Day (July 1st) this week and Canada turns 133 years old! Here's how Canada came to be on July 1st, 1867.
canada day • confederation • conference • pei • charlottetown
Explore New York - 5th Avenue
New York has soaring skyscrapers, world-famous art galleries ,great shopping,Central Park .The Big Apple is one of the world's top tourist destinations.
explore new york - 5th avenue • harlem • empire state building • rockefeller centre • central park
New York has soaring skyscrapers, world-famous art galleries ,great shopping,Central Park .The Big Apple is one of the world's top tourist destinations.
explore new york - 5th avenue • harlem • empire state building • rockefeller centre • central park
Marguerite de la Roche
She was abandoned to a certain death on a remote island because she dared to have an affair Roberval disapproved of.
marguerite de la roche • francois de la roche • sieur de roberval • jacques cartier • isle of demons
She was abandoned to a certain death on a remote island because she dared to have an affair Roberval disapproved of.
marguerite de la roche • francois de la roche • sieur de roberval • jacques cartier • isle of demons
Visit Quebec's Great Outdoors through Sépaq
Sépaq is Quebec, Canada's leading resource for enjoying area nature parks and the great outdoors.
sepaq • jacques cartier park • quebec aquarium • quebec city fireworks • montmorency falls
Sépaq is Quebec, Canada's leading resource for enjoying area nature parks and the great outdoors.
sepaq • jacques cartier park • quebec aquarium • quebec city fireworks • montmorency falls
William and Judith Bollinger Jewellery Gallery
A new jewellery gallery at London's V&A Museum will captivate visitors. More than 3,500 items of jewellery, from ancient Greece to the modern era, are now on display.
v&a • victoria & albert museum • nitot & fils • lalique • fabergé
A new jewellery gallery at London's V&A Museum will captivate visitors. More than 3,500 items of jewellery, from ancient Greece to the modern era, are now on display.
v&a • victoria & albert museum • nitot & fils • lalique • fabergé
Frieze 2008 Highlights
Despite recession fears the 2008 Frieze Art Fair in London proved a success for galleries, artists and collectors from all over the world.
frieze art fair 2008 highlights • frieze projects 2008 • cartier award 2008 • frieze art gallery sales • art gallery business
Despite recession fears the 2008 Frieze Art Fair in London proved a success for galleries, artists and collectors from all over the world.
frieze art fair 2008 highlights • frieze projects 2008 • cartier award 2008 • frieze art gallery sales • art gallery business
Les Canadiens-Francais (The French Canadians)
It's the 24th of June and it's La Saint Jean Baptiste or Saint John the Baptist Day. La Saint Jean is a holiday which is very important to French Canadians. So here we go, an article on French Canadians
french canadians • quebecois • francophones • festivals • fete nationale du quebec
It's the 24th of June and it's La Saint Jean Baptiste or Saint John the Baptist Day. La Saint Jean is a holiday which is very important to French Canadians. So here we go, an article on French Canadians
french canadians • quebecois • francophones • festivals • fete nationale du quebec
Sparkling Tales, Deadly Gems (Part I)
The Hope Diamond certainly has its place as one of history's most beautiful but cursed gems. Walk the diamond's three century trail - witness the tragedies that gave it its reputation - and see the truth behind the myths.
hope diamond • diamond • jean baptiste tavernier • tavernier • evalyn walsh mclean
The Hope Diamond certainly has its place as one of history's most beautiful but cursed gems. Walk the diamond's three century trail - witness the tragedies that gave it its reputation - and see the truth behind the myths.
hope diamond • diamond • jean baptiste tavernier • tavernier • evalyn walsh mclean
CANADA DAY
This article provides facts on the origins of Canada's name, the origin of Canada Day (formerly Dominion Day) as well as a Canada Day cake recipe and how to make a Canada Day fan. For my American friends the recipe can be converted to the Stars and Stripes.
canada • canada day • mary alward • origins • kanata
This article provides facts on the origins of Canada's name, the origin of Canada Day (formerly Dominion Day) as well as a Canada Day cake recipe and how to make a Canada Day fan. For my American friends the recipe can be converted to the Stars and Stripes.
canada • canada day • mary alward • origins • kanata
Fragrance-Free Nation: Fragrances and Animals
Animals are affected by scent, and, interestingly, we can be affected by the pheromones that animals produce. Are they affected by your perfume? Is your perfume causing a health problem for your pet?
olfactory systems • how animals react to scents • feline asthma • camping and perfume • pheromone-based perfume
Animals are affected by scent, and, interestingly, we can be affected by the pheromones that animals produce. Are they affected by your perfume? Is your perfume causing a health problem for your pet?
olfactory systems • how animals react to scents • feline asthma • camping and perfume • pheromone-based perfume
Montréal's Spectacular Mountain
Montréal's Mountain in the Center of the City
mont royal • montreal landmarks • jacques cartier • de maisonneuve • montreal's tourist attractions
Montréal's Mountain in the Center of the City
mont royal • montreal landmarks • jacques cartier • de maisonneuve • montreal's tourist attractions
How to Enjoy the V&A During Winter 2008
During Winter 2008 the V&A is offering a wide choice of shows. However, check in advance for gallery closures and wheelchair access restrictions due to refurbishment.
v&a • london museums • victoria & albert museum • fashion v sport • cold war modern: design 1945-70
During Winter 2008 the V&A is offering a wide choice of shows. However, check in advance for gallery closures and wheelchair access restrictions due to refurbishment.
v&a • london museums • victoria & albert museum • fashion v sport • cold war modern: design 1945-70
Shopping for High Fashion in Paris
Paris's Golden Triangle of haute couture on the Right Bank has great shopping opportunities. Fashion boutiques here have become hip with Paris's showbiz set.
paris fashion • shopping in paris • fashion • shopping • paris
Paris's Golden Triangle of haute couture on the Right Bank has great shopping opportunities. Fashion boutiques here have become hip with Paris's showbiz set.
paris fashion • shopping in paris • fashion • shopping • paris
Walking Tour of Old Quebec City
Enjoy Quebec City's highlights from the famous Chateau Frontenac to the boutiques of Rue St. Jean the best way possible: on foot.
walking tour • old quebec city • plains of abraham • rue st. jean • things to discover in quebec city
Enjoy Quebec City's highlights from the famous Chateau Frontenac to the boutiques of Rue St. Jean the best way possible: on foot.
walking tour • old quebec city • plains of abraham • rue st. jean • things to discover in quebec city
Montreal's Sculpture Gardens and Public Art
Prominent public art, splendid sculptures, and magnificent monuments artistically inspire generations, pay homage to our ancestors, and evoke a sense of city pride.
montreal travel • free travel • free sightseeing in montreal • canada travel • montreal hotels
Prominent public art, splendid sculptures, and magnificent monuments artistically inspire generations, pay homage to our ancestors, and evoke a sense of city pride.
montreal travel • free travel • free sightseeing in montreal • canada travel • montreal hotels
St. Lawrence River Boat Tours in Montreal
Attention landlubbers! Montreal goes maritime at the Old Port - also known as the Quays of the Old Port - with seafaring adventures for everyone.
st. lawrence river boat tours • st. lawrence river dinner cruises • montreal canada travel • montreal travel • montreal hotels
Attention landlubbers! Montreal goes maritime at the Old Port - also known as the Quays of the Old Port - with seafaring adventures for everyone.
st. lawrence river boat tours • st. lawrence river dinner cruises • montreal canada travel • montreal travel • montreal hotels
A Look at the Provinces, Part IX: Prince Edward Island
This is the ninth article in the series. Prince Edward Island is the Island province between North of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The Small Island, not the big one, that would be Newfoundland. PEI, as it is abbreviated, is the smallest and least populated province in Canada. It has an area of 5,660 square kilometres and has a population of 129,765 people (Less than Brampton, Ontario). The Capital is Charlottetown, where the Concept of Confederation Started yet it joined latter, 1873.
canada • prince edward island • charlottetown
This is the ninth article in the series. Prince Edward Island is the Island province between North of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The Small Island, not the big one, that would be Newfoundland. PEI, as it is abbreviated, is the smallest and least populated province in Canada. It has an area of 5,660 square kilometres and has a population of 129,765 people (Less than Brampton, Ontario). The Capital is Charlottetown, where the Concept of Confederation Started yet it joined latter, 1873.
canada • prince edward island • charlottetown
Explorers of Canada, Part V: Samuel de Champlain
Its weird that the one who really started this country up for colonisation and interior explorations, the man who is called the Father of New France, the Father of Canada is FIFTH, who usually, in our Canadian history classes was second after Cartier (Cabot wasn't that important, also he was 'English')
canada • explorer • exploration • champlain • samuel de champlain
Its weird that the one who really started this country up for colonisation and interior explorations, the man who is called the Father of New France, the Father of Canada is FIFTH, who usually, in our Canadian history classes was second after Cartier (Cabot wasn't that important, also he was 'English')
canada • explorer • exploration • champlain • samuel de champlain
Scottish Canadians
In Honour of St. Andrews Day, Here are a bunch of Famous Scottish-born Canadians and a brief Scottish-Canadian history.
scottish • scot • canada • scotland • st andrew
In Honour of St. Andrews Day, Here are a bunch of Famous Scottish-born Canadians and a brief Scottish-Canadian history.
scottish • scot • canada • scotland • st andrew
Quebec City Attractions
From the dazzling cascades of the Parc de la Chute-Montmorency to the old-world charm of the Château Frontenac Quebec City has plenty of attractions to discover.
quebec city • quebec city attractions • parc de la chute-montmorency • the plaines of abraham • the château frontenac
From the dazzling cascades of the Parc de la Chute-Montmorency to the old-world charm of the Château Frontenac Quebec City has plenty of attractions to discover.
quebec city • quebec city attractions • parc de la chute-montmorency • the plaines of abraham • the château frontenac
Travelling to Montreal, Quebec
As one of North America's most exciting and accessible cities, travelling to Montreal depends solely on how you wish to get there: by car, plane, bus or train.
montreal • quebec • getting to montreal • travelling to montreal • by car
As one of North America's most exciting and accessible cities, travelling to Montreal depends solely on how you wish to get there: by car, plane, bus or train.
montreal • quebec • getting to montreal • travelling to montreal • by car
Travelsleuth's July Diary. Equestrian Events
The Travelsleuth looks at polo now enjoying a surge of popularity thanks to Princes William and Harry; summer show jumping at Hickstead, great Agricultural Shows, and a Michelin Star connoisseur hotel set in a Welsh valley overlooking the river Wye. <B>Updated 27 June.</B>
royal • britain • queen • prince • duke
The Travelsleuth looks at polo now enjoying a surge of popularity thanks to Princes William and Harry; summer show jumping at Hickstead, great Agricultural Shows, and a Michelin Star connoisseur hotel set in a Welsh valley overlooking the river Wye. <B>Updated 27 June.</B>
royal • britain • queen • prince • duke
INSIGHT GUIDE MONTREAL AND QUEBEC CITY: BOOK REVIEW
Book review of an excellent tour guide of Montréal. Guide contains magnificient photos.
montreal • photo-montreal • montreal history • montreal culture • attractions
Book review of an excellent tour guide of Montréal. Guide contains magnificient photos.
montreal • photo-montreal • montreal history • montreal culture • attractions
Great Shopping Destinations in Paris
Paris is one of the world's top shopping destinations with over 25 million visitors a year. So what does Paris offer in terms of shopping opportunities?
shopping destinations in paris • paris fashion • shopping in paris • paris • haute couture shopping
Paris is one of the world's top shopping destinations with over 25 million visitors a year. So what does Paris offer in terms of shopping opportunities?
shopping destinations in paris • paris fashion • shopping in paris • paris • haute couture shopping
Fathers of Confederation, Part 2
We return to looking at those who formed our country: Fathers of Confederation, Part 2.
canada • confederation • new brunswick • charlottetown • pei
We return to looking at those who formed our country: Fathers of Confederation, Part 2.
canada • confederation • new brunswick • charlottetown • pei
Explorers of Canada, Part XXIII: James Cook
One of the world's most famous explorers. Explored the west coast of Canada, although most of his exploration was of Pacific islands.
canada • australia • exploration • explorer • cook
One of the world's most famous explorers. Explored the west coast of Canada, although most of his exploration was of Pacific islands.
canada • australia • exploration • explorer • cook
Canada
Did you ever wonder where the word "Canada" originated? It has an interesting history with numerous changes and relocations.
canada • iroquis • provine of quebec • new france • history
Did you ever wonder where the word "Canada" originated? It has an interesting history with numerous changes and relocations.
canada • iroquis • provine of quebec • new france • history
Characteristics of Costume Jewelry
This type of jewelry is made with base metals that are gold or silver plated and is normally set with glass gemstones or crystals.
fine jewelry • bridge jewelry • costume jewelry • crystals • glass gemstones
This type of jewelry is made with base metals that are gold or silver plated and is normally set with glass gemstones or crystals.
fine jewelry • bridge jewelry • costume jewelry • crystals • glass gemstones
Dog Sledding in Quebec
One of the myriad ways to enjoy La Belle Province in Winter.
dog sledding • quebec • winter sport • duchesnay • sleigh rides
One of the myriad ways to enjoy La Belle Province in Winter.
dog sledding • quebec • winter sport • duchesnay • sleigh rides
Financial Infidelity in Marriage
Marital infidelity includes lying to your spouse about money - such as investments and new purchases. Here are four steps to financial compatibility in marriage.
financial infidelity • lying about money • marital struggles over money • financial agreement in marriage • money lies
Marital infidelity includes lying to your spouse about money - such as investments and new purchases. Here are four steps to financial compatibility in marriage.
financial infidelity • lying about money • marital struggles over money • financial agreement in marriage • money lies
Five of the Best Shopping Centers Near Atlanta
Find all of the bargains that you could ever want in Georgia. Here is a guide to finding nice, name brand clothes, antiques and furniture near Atlanta, Ga.
shopping in atlanta • outlet malls in atlanta • outlets in atlanta • coach factory store in georgia • coach outlet
Find all of the bargains that you could ever want in Georgia. Here is a guide to finding nice, name brand clothes, antiques and furniture near Atlanta, Ga.
shopping in atlanta • outlet malls in atlanta • outlets in atlanta • coach factory store in georgia • coach outlet
Martin Karplus Documentary Photography
Karplus' photographs reflect his journey through the landscape and cultures of '50s Europe and America
american photographer • photography • documentary • historical • cultural
Karplus' photographs reflect his journey through the landscape and cultures of '50s Europe and America
american photographer • photography • documentary • historical • cultural
Mining, Environment and Poverty
Mining can cause such damage to the environment that it's irreversible. Saving our ecosystem is important to prevent pollution and poverty.
mining and poverty • mining and ecosystem • prevent pollution and poverty • mine spills • aboriginal people
Mining can cause such damage to the environment that it's irreversible. Saving our ecosystem is important to prevent pollution and poverty.
mining and poverty • mining and ecosystem • prevent pollution and poverty • mine spills • aboriginal people
Montreal’s Winter Festival
When winter winds blow, thousands travel north to experience the pre-Lenten Festival of Snow, a family oriented winter carnival in one of Canada's most exciting cities
north american travel • canadian • carnivals • fete des neiges • feast of the snows. family
When winter winds blow, thousands travel north to experience the pre-Lenten Festival of Snow, a family oriented winter carnival in one of Canada's most exciting cities
north american travel • canadian • carnivals • fete des neiges • feast of the snows. family
Push Presents for New Moms
Hospital balloons, flowers and stuffed animals don't make the cut for some women who expect lavish presents from their partners in exchange for giving birth.
push presents • history of push presents • current push present trend • celebrity push presents • alternative push present ideas
Hospital balloons, flowers and stuffed animals don't make the cut for some women who expect lavish presents from their partners in exchange for giving birth.
push presents • history of push presents • current push present trend • celebrity push presents • alternative push present ideas
Quebec Winter Carnival
It's the biggest winter carnival in the world, in the heart of Old Quebec, in 2007 from January 26 to February 11.
adventure and off-beat travel canada • quebec winter carnival festival • carnaval de quebec • ice hotel glace quebec canada • bonhomme
It's the biggest winter carnival in the world, in the heart of Old Quebec, in 2007 from January 26 to February 11.
adventure and off-beat travel canada • quebec winter carnival festival • carnaval de quebec • ice hotel glace quebec canada • bonhomme
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