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Canadian History Feature Writer: Susanna McLeod

From Newfoundland to British Columbia, to the farthest reaches of the Territories in the great white North, Canada is a country steeped in rich history.

The explorers who mapped the vast terrain make up but a portion of Canada’s fascinating tales. The immigrants who followed came to find better lives. Through hard labour, they endured to construct homes, villages and cities on vast, empty lands. And then those sturdy newcomers invented amazing things they and the world could use.

Canadian stories are filled with grand adventures, deep passion and love of country. Come along with me to explore the intriguing history of Canada. You just might be surprised.

Start a discussion or send an e-mail if you have any questions, comments or suggestions about Canada’s History.


Feature Writer Articles in Canadian History

 		Louis Cyr, French Canadian Strongman
Travelling with the circus, Louis Cyr entertained audiences around the world with his massive muscles and ability to lift, pull, hoist and resist with physical strength.
The First Pirate to be Hanged in Canada in 1809
A passenger on the 'Three Sisters' ship, Edward Jordan took control of the schooner, viciously murdering several men. He was hanged and left on the gibbet as warning.
John Macoun, Canadian Botanist and Geologist
Enthusiastic in his second career, John Macoun's extensive study of plant and animal life became the basis for today's Canadian Museum of Nature.
Hôtel-Dieu of Québec, Canada's First Hospital
The Duchesse d'Aiguillon funded the building of the religious Hôtel Dieu Hospital in Québec City, the only hospital in North America north of the Dominican Republic.
The Seven Books of Remembrance
Placed in the Memorial Chamber of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill, the Books of Remembrance honour the soldiers who sacrificed all for others.
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Contributing Articles in Canadian History

 		Results of Extreme Weather Forecast in 1927
In 1927 J.B. Yule explained the rules of prediction as applied to weather forecasting after he promised a break from the extreme cold weather in the Peace River country.
Extreme Cold Weather Inspires Hunch Forecasting
Homesteaders in the north knew how to live in a cold climate, but an extended period of extreme cold weather was too much for J.B.Yule who predicted warmer weather.
1920 Christmas Celebrations in a Frontier Town
There was no booze and no money in the Peace Country in 1920, but the residents of Grande Prairie did not let that dampen their Christmas spirits.
Frontier Christmas Concert Featured Homesteaders
Future beauty queens and politicians performed to great acclaim, Santa Clause arrived at mid-night, and then the dancing began. Oh yeah, and the food was great too!
Christmas Mail Delivery on the Frontier
Mail early, the first parcels one receives have a special flavour, particularly if one has to pass over a 'Don't Open Until Christmas' warning in order to get into them.
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