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Truth & Reconciliation on Canada’s 150th Anniversary

By //  by Jennifer Pitt Leave a Comment

Being a Canadian is so much more than living in Canada, it's an identity that encompasses one of the top 20 most diverse populations in the world. That is a great source of pride for me; my heart swelled when 25,000 Syrian refugees were welcomed here, and when I see our diverse communities uniting values side by side, I am never more proud. This year, as Canada celebrates our 150th year of Confederation, I can't help but feel bittersweet about the festivities. Our rich history …

Filed Under: Current Events, Living Tagged With: anniversary, Canada, Canada 150, confederation, indigenous people, kanata, sesquicentennial

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Crush And Covet Is Willing Summer

By //  by Laureen Farnam 1 Comment

We are crushing on summer pretty hard this week, so we are declaring it summer. Clearly, we have all had enough of winter. Spring is enjoyable enough with its green grass, budding trees and tulips, but we are ready for the year's main event. We want the carefree feeling of long summer days spent outside in the sun and evenings filled with friends and fancy beverages. Who cares if there are still 33 days before summer officially starts? Whatever meteorological science! That's it. We are moving …

Filed Under: Crush and Covet, Living Tagged With: Canada, Canada 150, Gardening, lady bug plate, margaritas, pina coladas, pineapple glass, summer, when does summer start

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Free Events In Ottawa You Don’t Want To Miss For Canada’s 150th!

By //  by Sandi Allen Leave a Comment

Ottawa should be at the top of your list of must-visit destinations for Canada's 150th birthday celebration this summer with an abundance of events guaranteed to get you in party mode. Ottawa is set to host some of its biggest and best events – ever - this summer, in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday. We may be getting older Canada, but definitely not boring. Lucky visitors will be treated to a terrific assortment of FREE world-class events that will run throughout the summer. As for …

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