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Last Notes npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 2003, Billy Van died. One of Canada's most talented comedic actors, he portrayed nearly every character on the Hilarious House of Frightenstein. He was recently inducted into the Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2023/10/31/the-hilarious-house-of-frightenstein/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1987, Margaret Laurence died. Born in Neepawa, MB in 1926, she was a major Canadian literary figure. She wrote 5 novels in her life, the most famous of which was The Stone Angel. She also wrote 3 short story collections, 5 non-fiction books & 4 children's books. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/703/756/309/446/165/original/d8826df00da6c858.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1946, jockey George Woolf fell of his horse during a race. He died the next day. Born in Cardston, Alberta in 1910, he had 721 career wins, including in 1938 with Seabiscuit. He was known as The Ice Man for his cool demeanor when racing. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/692/355/795/040/182/original/2c589f3cbfc773b6.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Thank you to Ellen, Lisa and the anonymous person who donated yesterday! My goal is to share Canada's amazing history each day, and you help me to do that :) Thank you! You can support my Canadian history work with a donation at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1857, it was announced that Ottawa would become the new capital of the Province of Canada. Ottawa was chosen for several reasons, including that it was midway between Toronto & Kingston and Montreal & Quebec City. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/675/555/988/321/164/original/6e7225fba75502f7.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1878, William "Bible Bill" Aberhart was born. He rose to prominence in Alberta thanks to his radio sermons, and then served as premier from 1935 to his death in 1943. His Social Credit Party of Alberta led the province from 1935 to 1971. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/669/749/442/998/348/original/dbd504ab23b64c82.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1919, William Osler died. Born in Bond Head, Canada West in 1849, he was a founding professor of Johns Hopkins Hospital. He also created the first residency program & was the first to take students out of the lecture hall for bedside clinical training. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/664/111/203/523/791/original/5f092572006e540b.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1842, Calixa Lavallée was born in Verchères, Province of Canada. In 1880, the celebrate St. Jean-Baptiste Day, he was commissioned to compose music to a poem, O Canada, written by Adolphe-Basile Routhier. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/658/740/299/668/562/original/8cb248bcd4c86ac1.png npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1938, Florence Lawrence died. Born in Hamilton in 1886, she appeared in 300 films from the 1910s to 1930s. She was one of the first movie stars in film history. She also invented the first auto signaling arm and the first mechanical brake signal. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/658/729/376/766/131/original/64904c844d8d3ed8.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1953, David Milne died. One of Canada's most celebrated artists, he was often linked with the Group of Seven painters. Called the Master of Absence, his work now sells for upwards of $500,000 per painting. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/647/110/207/525/542/original/e9f54ccfe4bae0db.jpg https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/647/110/427/343/105/original/11d9e48fb5ff4c74.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 2007, Oscar Peterson died. Born in 1925 in Montreal, he was one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time. Called the Maharaja of the Keyboard by Duke Ellington, he won eight Grammys and had more than 200 recordings. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/630/231/251/945/353/original/c486d4086ee46f38.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1893, Roy Brown was born in Carleton Place, Ontario. As a First World War pilot, he had ten aerial victories and is officially credited with shooting down The Red Baron, but he may not have actually shot him down although he did play a hand in it. He earned a DSC with Bar during the war. He died in 1944. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/630/212/370/959/426/original/a21b92ca9f39a6e9.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx My post for today, about the man who walked across Canada and then just kept going. Subscribe for free (or paid) and receive these unique Canadian history posts to your e-mail twice a week! Read or subscribe 👇 https://open.substack.com/pub/canadaehx/p/the-story-of-beresford-greathead?r=1ykiq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcome=true https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/620/298/940/566/410/original/6c52f9c151af6cb7.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1910, a NWMP patrol led by Inspector Francis Fitzgerald left Fort McPherson for Dawson City. The patrol became lost and all four men died of exposure and starvation. Their bodies were found in March 1911. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2019/04/09/the-lost-nwmp-patrol-of-1911/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1904, The Dawson City Nuggets began their epic journey from Dawson City to Ottawa to play for the Stanley Cup. They travelled 6,400 km bicycle, dogsled, boat and train to play for the Cup. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2021/12/07/the-dawson-city-nuggets/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 2002, Ray Hnatyshyn died. Born in 1934 in Saskatoon, he was a Member of Parliament from 1974 to 1988. A former federal cabinet minister, he served as the Governor General of Canada from 1990 to 1995 Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2022/08/19/ray-hnatyshyn/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 2001, Pauline Mills McGibbon died. She was the 1st female Lt. Governor in Canadian history, serving as Ontario's Lt. Governor from 1974 to 1980. She was also the 1st woman to serve as Chancellor of the University of Toronto and University of Guelph. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/579/139/294/109/619/original/4b0320e98500bcf0.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1837, William Lyon Mackenzie (grandfather to Prime Minister William LM King) became president of the Republic of Canada. Located on Navy Island in the Niagara River, the republic collapsed in January 1838. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2020/01/06/the-very-brief-republic-of-canada/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1901, Guglielmo Marconi receives the first wireless message from across the Atlantic Ocean at Signal Hill, Newfoundland. Using a kite to keep an antenna in the air, he hears the letter S, transmitted over Morse code from Ireland. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/567/911/240/694/657/original/ad546af9920c266b.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today on Canadian History Ehx: The Canadian Caper! Unlike what the movie Argo showed, Canada was 90% responsible for the rescue and sheltering of six Americans in Iran. This is the true story, not Ben Affleck's version. Click below to read or listen 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2023/12/05/the-canadian-caper/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 1967, the Confederation Train finished its cross-Canada journey. The idea of a traveling history exhibit was proposed by PM John Diefenbaker in 1961. Leaving Victoria on Jan. 9, 1967, it made 83 stops before it finished in Montreal. Its horn also played O Canada. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/528/161/893/863/366/original/da18f1f0a6b663d7.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Dr. Roberta Bondar, born on this day in 1945 in Sault Ste. Marie! Not only was she Canada's first female astronaut, but she was also the first neurologist in space. She spent eight days in space in 1992. She also has a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/522/734/024/065/986/original/af95844f8f856368.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On this day in 2014, Jean Beliveau died. Born in 1931, Le Gros Bill played in the NHL in 1950, and from 1953 to 1971. In that time he won two Hart Trophies, an Art Ross and the Conn Smythe. As a player he has 10 Stanley Cups. He added another seven as an executive. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/511/625/129/807/262/original/7c293fc82cbd3ebd.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Larry Walker, born today in 1966 in Maple Ridge, BC! In his MLB career, he was a five-time All-Star, NL MVP, three-time NL batting champion and a 7-time Gold Glove Award winner. In 2020, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/505/653/875/536/087/original/30142be925a1123c.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1985, Anne of Green Gables aired on CBC. The mini-series was a massive success, earning among the highest ratings for any program of any genre ever aired on Canadian TV. It won 10 Geminis and a Peabody. Its success spawned a sequel and the TV series Road to Avonlea. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/505/641/638/144/683/original/6e552c0d678f4593.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Thank you to everyone who listens to Canadian History Ehx on Spotify! #SpotifyWrapped2023 https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/494/638/201/085/876/original/f1dc8cd9924f594e.png https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/494/638/549/300/919/original/89f7527f2544ec06.png https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/494/638/881/376/999/original/986c49d5e5c0772f.png https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/494/639/227/623/471/original/370513f39beb2fc9.png npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 2006, the Quebec Nation Motion passed in the House of Commons. Tabled by Prime Minister Stephen Harper, it recognized that the Quebecois from a nation within a united Canada. It passed with near-universal support, 265 to 16 in the House of Commons. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/482/900/613/403/365/original/3b7a0b4b78af2ac2.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 2000, the Liberals under Jean Chretien won 172 seats for their third straight majority. The Canadian Alliance under Stockwell Day finished with 66 seats. This was the last majority for the Liberals until 2015. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2021/09/14/the-elections-2000/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1980, Molly Reilly died. Born in 1922, she was the 1st female Canadian pilot to reach the captain rank, the 1st female Canadian corporate pilot & the 1st woman to fly in the Arctic professionally. She logged 10,000 hours as a pilot-in-command without a single accident. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/465/991/381/586/820/original/77ab0154e4cac11c.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx My post for today, about a man in Saskatchewan who built a ship on his farm to travel back to Finland. Subscribe for free (or paid) and receive these unique Canadian history stories in your e-mail twice a week. Click below to read or subscribe 👇 https://open.substack.com/pub/canadaehx/p/the-tragic-tale-of-tom-sukanen?r=1ykiq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/461/699/677/599/926/original/9270c214ae9bcd76.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1885, Metis leader Louis Riel was put to death. He was convicted of treason in Regina for his part in the North-West Resistance. His trial ran from July 28 to Aug. 1, 1885. Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald refused to grant leniency for Riel. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/420/675/218/496/947/original/ed75f1f3c81b16f5.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx LAST DAY OF VOTING! Canadian History Ehx is nominated for the People's Choice Award at the Canadian Podcast Awards. Voting for this award is open to everyone. I would be very grateful if you voted for Canadian History Ehx for the award :) Vote here 👇 https://canpodawards.ca/vote/peoples-choice/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1606, Jeanne Mance was born in France. She was among the founders of Montreal in 1642 and established its first hospital, Hotel-Dieu de Montreal, in 1645. She made two trips back to France to fund her hospital. She died in 1673 in Montreal. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/398/021/318/030/909/original/f4d179d9cf99b56c.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx When Black Canadians attempted to enlist in the First World War, they were often turned away. If they were able to serve, they dealt with racism. Yet, they still wanted to fight for Canada. Click below to learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2021/06/30/canadas-black-soldiers/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Andre De Grasse, born today in Scarborough, Ontario! He is the first Canadian sprinter to win three medals in a single Olympics. He also won a medal in every Olympic and World Championship final from 2015 to 2022. 📷 Leah Hennel/COC https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/386/613/934/867/299/original/4be7888c922aaf14.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1913, the White Hurricane reached its height in The Great Lakes. The storm killed 250 people, destroyed 19 ships, stranded 19 others and caused a loss of $1 million in cargo. Wind gusts of 140 km/h produced waves of 11 metres high and whiteout snowsqualls. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/380/934/254/200/848/original/6717eb1c5649edd3.png npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1900, the Battle of Leliefontein occurred in South Africa during the Boer War. Three members of the Royal Canadian Dragoons (Hampden Cockburn, Edward Holland & Richard Turner) were awarded the Victoria Cross for their actions during the battle. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/369/687/086/350/866/original/8878021b97c1b0a6.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1952, the first hockey game was televised on CBC. It featured the Montreal Canadiens versus the Detroit Red Wings at the Montreal Forum. Montreal won the game 2-1. Click below to learn more about HNIC 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2022/07/30/hockey-night-in-canada/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1907, Fay Wray was born in Cardston, Alberta. She began her acting career in 1923 and in 1933 landed her most famous role, as Ann Darrow in King Kong. She continued to act in dozens of films and television shows until 1980 when she retired. She died in 2004. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/069/431/340/775/221/original/d46a3d8abea90af3.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 2011, Frances Bay died. Born in Mannville, AB in 1919, she began acting in the 1930s. She played Fonzie's grandmother in Happy Days, Adam Sandler's grandmother in Happy Gilmore & a famous role in Seinfeld. A Gemini Award winner, she has a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/069/426/746/660/342/original/8b6b25101ae6250a.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1916, the Battle of Courcelette began. It would rage for a week, and saw the first use of tanks in battle along with the creeping barrage. Private John Chipman Kerr won the Victoria Cross in the battle. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2022/02/22/the-battle-of-courcelette-2/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1956, Dr. John Carter Callaghan performs Canada's first successful open-heart surgery on 10-year-old Susan Beattie. Dr. Callaghan is also noted for being a co-developer of the artificial pacemaker. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/069/416/553/813/862/original/6d76a2c1a6b8e25f.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Forgot to share this on Tuesday. My history segment, all about the sensational murder trial of Charlie King in 1905 in Edmonton! Radio Active with Jessica Ng, Min Dhariwal - Sep. 11, 2023: Murder most foul https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-52/clip/16008711 npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx I'm continuing to plan my 2024 Canadian history tour. The plan is to spend May-June making videos at historical spots. The plan is to camp in my car, or a camper van if I can swing it. You can support Canadian History Ehx and the tour with a donation at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1952, Neil Peart was born in Hamilton. In 1974, he joined RUSH, becoming the drummer and primary lyricist for the group. Considered one of, if not the best, rock drummer, Peart was known for his technical proficiency and stamina as a drummer. He died in 2020. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/052/400/539/359/101/original/e420c9e1aed4f599.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 2020, Aline Chretien died. Born in 1936, she and Jean Chretien were married for 63 years. She died only two days after their anniversary. A gifted pianist, she also spoke four languages. Her husband Jean called her his key advisor & often sought her advice. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/052/389/669/434/798/original/5199793fded6e974.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1924, Rudolf Vbra was born. In 1942, he was sent to Auschwitz but escaped in 1944. He co-wrote the Vbra-Wetzler Report on The Holocaust in Nov. 1944. The report halted the deportation of Hungarian Jews, saving 200,000 lives. He moved to Canada in 1967 & died in 2006. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/046/755/856/310/013/original/680685bc7fa58e9c.webp npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Oliver Jones, born today in 1934 in Montreal! Trained by Oscar Peterson's sister Daisy, Oliver became a celebrated jazz musician himself. He won two Junos, the Oscar Peterson Award, the Governor General's Performing Arts Award & the Order of Canada. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/046/752/191/230/706/original/0554f110136d02af.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1956, Billy Bishop died in Florida. Born in Owen Sound in 1894, he was a pilot in WW1. The Germans called him Hell's Handmaiden as he had 72 air victories. A Victoria Cross recipient, he also helped set up the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan in WW2. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/046/748/395/437/216/original/b9a8321da5bd3165.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1958, Robert Service died in France. Born in England in 1874, he became known as the Bard of the Yukon for his poems such as The Shooting of Dan McGrew and The Cremation of Sam McGee. His book of poetry, Songs of a Sourdough, was a massive success. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/046/742/606/401/618/original/315042334af2426a.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1885, the trial of Big Bear began. Charged with treason, most of the evidence showed Big Bear was innocent & pushed for peace in the NW Resistance He was found guilty & sentenced to three years in jail. He served 2 & died in 1888. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2020/06/24/the-life-of-big-bear/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1929, the Aird Commission released its report, recommending a national radio network. The report stated a network would lessen the influence of American radio. This report inspired the creation of the CRBC, and later the CBC. 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In all, 1.1 million Canadians served in the Second World War, representing 10% of Canada's population. By 1945, 45,400 Canadians had died, while 55,000 were wounded. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/041/191/320/684/874/original/331256116bbe14a9.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1924, Edmund Peck died. Known among the Inuit as Uqammaq (one who talks well), he founded the first mission on Baffin Island. He also developed Inuktitut syllabics and the 1st substantial English-Inuktitut dictionary. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/041/187/587/325/204/original/b18ce5f99b4587da.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1964, PM Lester B. Pearson created a special flag committee to choose a new flag within 6 weeks. The committee had 7 Liberals, 5 Conservatives & 1 member from each minor party. The committee looked at 3,541 entries in 35 meetings. Learn more https://canadaehx.com/2021/02/13/the-great-canadian-flag-debate/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1970, Cy Denneny died. One of the greatest NHL players ever, he won five Stanley Cups in his career from 1914 to 1929. In 329 games, he had 247 goals and 85 assists for 333 points. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2022/01/18/cy-denneny/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1855, the HMS Resolute was found adrift off the coast of Baffin Island. It had been abandoned by its crew 1,900 km away when it became trapped in the ice in 1853. In 1879, it was salvaged for timber & the Resolute Desk was built from the ship's timber. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/041/171/011/421/704/original/a6ab013e1b013389.jpg https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/111/041/171/318/857/576/original/2eb39207e0b036ea.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1918, the first civilian outbreak of the Spanish Flu in Canada occurs as servicemen from Europe arrive on the ship, the Araguaya, in Halifax Harbour. The epidemic will kill 50,000 Canadians. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2020/06/20/the-spanish-flu-hits-canada/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1899, Helen Creighton was born in Dartmouth, NS. As a folklorist, she collected over 4,000 traditional songs, stories & beliefs spanning decades. 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She also has a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. https://youtu.be/RyQO5AlXiAE npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1896, Raymond Massey was born in Toronto. The brother of the first Canadian-born Governor General, Vincent Massey, Raymond became an actor. He earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actor in 1940. He portrayed Dr. Gillespie on Dr. Kildare from 1961-1966 He died in 1983 https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/978/853/207/454/776/original/fb771f2415a050ea.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 2006, Glenn Ford died. Born in Sainte-Christine-d'Auvergne, Quebec in 1916, he was the great-nephew of Sir John A. Macdonald. 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I am glad to hear you like the content :) You can support Canadian History Ehx and my sharing of Canadian history content with a donation at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On Aug. 29 (Tuesday), the Sundowners Toastmaster Club in Spruce Grove hosts its first meeting of the 2023-2024 year. Toastmasters is a great way to improve your speaking ability and meet new people. So come on by! Doors open at 7 in the St. Matthew's Church basement! npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1912, Thomas Wilby and Jack Haney left Halifax on the first cross-country drive of Canada. The drive to the Pacific Coast took over 50 days, over tough terrain and poor trails. Also, the two men hated each other. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2020/06/17/the-first-canadian-cross-country-drive/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Jean Chretien prepares hot dogs with Jim Peterson, who was seeking re-election in Willowdale on Aug. 27, 1984. They are wearing aprons that say "We Roast Tories!" Peterson lost but returned to Parliament in 1988, serving until 2007. 📸Jim Russell https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/961/787/547/480/325/original/e7c5d5dcdcef58ee.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx @npub12d7…56e2 yep that’s me, although the beard is gone for now npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Thank you to Preston, @lauraandsimba and Mark for your kind donations to Canadian History Ehx tonight! Your support of my sharing Canadian history is truly appreciated! You can support Canadian History Ehx at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Thank you to NeNeTyrrell, Sally and the three anonymous individuals who donated to Canadian History Ehx today! Your support of my efforts to share Canadian History mean a lot and are appreciated! You can donate to Canadian History Ehx by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx On to book #16 of 2023 https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/957/880/763/460/003/original/71003e77672b39b2.png npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1957, Rick Hansen was born. On June 27, 1973, he was paralyzed in a car accident. Inspired by his friend Terry Fox, he embarked on the Man in Motion tour from 1985-1987, raising $26 million for spinal cord research. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2021/09/04/the-man-in-motion-tour/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1980, Terry Fox met 10-year-old Greg Scott during his Marathon of Hope. They bonded over their shared cancer experience, ran together and swam in a lake near Terrace Bay, Ontario. 📸Boris Spremo Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2020/06/28/the-marathon-of-hope/ https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/956/223/457/630/964/original/a8bf96cb86ebd577.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1951, Bill Barilko and his dentist Henry Hudson left in a small plane for a fishing trip in Northern Ontario. Both men died on that trip, and it was not until 1962 that their bodies were found. 🎶Bill Barilko disappeared...🎶 Learn more https://canadaehx.com/2019/07/17/who-was-bill-barilko/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1949, Leon Redbone was born. Over the course of his career, he released 18 albums and sang the theme to the TV show Mr. Belvedere. Well-known for his love of the Tin Pan Alley musical era, he was twice a musical guest on SNL in its first season. He died in 2019. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/956/214/583/480/316/original/d8a11d8547b885c7.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1875, John Buchan was born in England. Famous for his novels, and helping to create the spy thriller genre, he became Canada's Governor General in 1935. He served until 1940 when he died in office due to a stroke & fall. Learn more 👇 https://canadaehx.com/2022/06/17/john-buchan/ npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Eric Fryer takes his chair on his first day on set portraying Terry Fox in The Terry Fox Story on Aug. 26, 1982. The film won five Genie Awards, including Best Picture & Best Actor for Fryer. It was the first television movie made for a cable network. 📸Michael Stuparyk https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/956/202/037/374/041/original/635f22be8a91bf8e.jpeg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1921, Monty Hall was born in Winnipeg. He began his career in Canadian radio & then moved to CBC Television. From 1963 to 1976, he was the host of Let's Make A Deal. In his lifetime, through telethons and other efforts, he raised $1 billion for charity. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/950/445/627/954/602/original/9556da7434ee2a8f.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx A whole lot of Hall of Famers in this picture, including Boom Boom Geoffrion, Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito and Mr. Hockey himself, Gordie Howe. They were all on hand to see Howe and Geoffrion inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Aug. 24, 1972. 📸Dick Loek https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/944/754/666/330/195/original/71f186e46c21c19e.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Colm Feore, born today in 1958! He is well-known for his roles as Pierre Trudeau & Glenn Gould, as Detective Martin Ward in Bon Cop, Bad Cop & as Sir Reginald Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy. He has won a Gemini & a Canadian Screen Award. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/933/634/687/997/528/original/f3e6bde57d4ad1b1.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1991, Colleen Dewhurst died. Born in Montreal in 1924, she won two Tony Awards and four Emmys during her career. She also won two Geminis for her portrayal of Marilla Cuthbert in the Anne of Green Gables TV movies. She played the role in Road to Avonlea as well. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/933/631/092/234/528/original/5ff2b27b4af00620.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Happy birthday to Carrie-Anne Moss, born today in 1967 in Burnaby, B.C! Rising to fame as Trinity in The Matrix, she has also appeared in films such as Chocolat and Memento, & shows such as Due South, Forever Knight & Daredevil. In 2006, she won a Genie Award for Snow Cake. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/927/870/566/421/457/original/7e4503447ad95462.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Three generations of the Janzen family watches as the funeral train for John Diefenbaker passes by their property near Rosthern, Saskatchewan on Aug. 21, 1979. 📸U of S Archives JGD-2067XB https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/927/854/257/638/746/original/ef9cf388a158f75e.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Looking straight down from the framework of the restaurant that was under construction on the CN Tower on Aug. 21, 1974. The distance to the ground was about 1,815 feet. 📸Boris Spremo https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/927/850/644/494/232/original/8ceae4362e43bee6.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1853, the Breadalbane becomes trapped in the ice and is crushed. She sinks near Beechey Island & the crew of 21 are saved by the sister ship, the HMS Phoenix. In 1980, the ship is found intact. She is well-preserved due to the cold Arctic waters. https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/927/844/978/347/870/original/b06f290812f5be2c.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx View from the rear balcony of the Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa during the funeral of John Diefenbaker on Aug. 19, 1979. 📸University of Saskatchewan JGD-7170 https://cdn.masto.host/canadamastohost/media_attachments/files/110/916/617/253/396/148/original/35fafae62bb47782.jpg npub1kfea56kvh8yfmcyg53khgttyc23xa8cl5x0mvaj5ejq66v0ukkrqpls3rc Canadian History Ehx Today in 1925, Oscar Peterson was born in Montreal. Called the Maharaja of the Keyboard by Duke Ellington, he released more than 200 recordings during his career of more than 60 years. 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