The book, The Massey Murder takes place predominantly in downtown Toronto and mentions many streets and buildings which are still present. Some of the many buildings that were mentioned in the book include Old City Hall, Osgoode Hall, the Court Street Police Station, The Adelaide Street Courthouse, and Massey Music Hall. Most of these buildings are located near Adelaide Street, Jarvis Street, Bay Street and Queen Street. During the time of the trial, times and the city were a lot different than…
The American Romantic Hero is a literary archetype referring to a character that rejects established norms and conventions, and has been rejected by society. The 1992 movie, The Last of The Mohicans loosely follows the original book about the journey of Hawkeye and his family as they help Cora and Alice Munro and Colonel Duncan Heyward against Huron war chief, Magua during the French and Indian war. During the movie Hawkeye displays many characteristics that make him an American romantic hero.…
The first thing I noticed when I walked into Jasmine Middle School was how big the eighth graders were. I knew that in middle school the sixth graders would be the babies, but it was still kind of a shock at how big eighth graders really were; well, at least I hoped the kids I was looking at were eighth graders. If the group of kids hanging out by the lockers were seventh graders, then eighth graders must be huge. Luckily, after looking around for a few seconds, I spotted my best friend,…
Mr. Pierre Trudeau thoughts in the source is that Quebec “is the biggest Hoax ever foisted on the people of Quebec and the people of Canada”. Mr. Pierre wrote his opinion on this source because He is expressing the feelings of most of western Canadians some might say. That is because of Quebec claims of splitting off from Canada and it being its own country. A lot of Canadians in that matter have resentment towards Quebec, and some Quebecois have resentment towards the west. It is mixed feelings…
There are three levels of government; Federal, Provincial, and Municipal government. At the Federal level, Elizabeth II is the Queen of Canada, and Canada's formal head of state. The House of Commons makes Canada's laws. The prime minister is the head of government in Canada. The Senate reviews laws that are proposed by the House of Commons. At the Provincial level, the Lieutenant Governor represents the Queen. At the Municipal level, Residents of the municipality elect the mayor and council…
Over the course of its history, Canada is often considered a safe haven for a large amount of people from places such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and possibly the United States after this November’s election. In the article An Unknown Country by Roy Macgregor, the idea that Canada is formed from countless different cultures, and a leader in acceptance and tolerance is a central notion brought forth, despite discussing some blemishes in it’s past in welcoming others. In essence, the main…
Canada, which is the second largest country on earth, is divided into ten provinces and three territories. There are three oceans surround Canada including the Pacific Ocean in the west, the Atlantic Ocean in the east and the Arctic Ocean to the north. Canada has no shortage of beautiful landscapes and unique sites for travellers to explore. Incredible natural wonders, vibrant and culturally rich cities and a welcoming atmosphere all make Canada be coming a popular destination. As the largest…
The US-Canadian magazine dispute seemingly originated in order to protect Canadian culture, however, it seems that later on it ended up being more than that. It is true that America has a huge impact on a lot of the world and Canada being next door has allowed for US influence to reach them easily. Canadians did have a sense of urgency to preserve their culture, but it is also important to note that the American magazines were taking away from Canadian magazines' business. I believe this was…
Niagara Falls is a place of raw natural beauty, that over 12 million tourists visit every year. This awe inspiring place is home to some of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. Every second, 748,051 gallons of water go over the falls. This display of natural beauty makes Niagara Falls one of the most amazing places to visit. There are also many hotels, casinos, and restaurants that are some of the nicest in the Northeast. This area is full of fragrant plants, many excited tourists, and…
‘Vive les Boers’: French-Canadian Opposition to the Pro-Anglo Involvement in the Boer War Jessica Afonso HIS311Y Professor Bothwell 7 November 2014 Canada was no longer a colony of the British Empire when the Boer War broke out, but most English-Canadians believed it still had strong economic and social ties with the British Empire. English-Canadians felt proud to support Britain in the Boer war. This essay discourses on French-Canadian involvement in the South Africa “Boer” War and…