How to Respectfully Participate in Commemorative Days for Indigenous Peoples
If you are a settler, it’s important to know how to participate in commemorative days for Indigenous Peoples respectfully…
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Tag: History
Must-Drive Fall Road Trip Routes
There’s something special about road-tripping in Ontario’s Southwest during the fall. It could be the scenic backroads that you take or the picturesque small towns you visit along the way. Or maybe it’s the restaurants you discover that only serve the freshest, locally sourced, fall flavours. If you…
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A Showcase of Stories: A Two-Day Ontario Trip Filled with Fascinating Black History
Thanks to its proximity to the U.S. border, countless stories of those who escaped to Canada to find freedom from slavery were set in our region. Today, an impressive collection of historic sites and museums welcome visitors to learn those stories and pay respect to those who came to Canada to start a new life. Build in some extra time for fascinating conversations with the incredible storytellers you’ll meet along the way on this itinerary…
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Black History in Ontario’s Southwest
It is important to learn about the history of our area. The good, the bad,and the inspiring. Learning about Black history is important for every single person in Ontario’s Southwest during Black History Month, on Emancipation Day, and on every other day of the year too. You need to know about the history before you can build a better future…
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Lambton County Archives: Where History Thrives
The Lambton County Archives is home to the preservation of the past and future. Formally known as the archival centre for genealogical and local history research of Lambton County, this facility will interest any historical enthusiast…
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Tall Ships Festival Kingsville
The town of Kingsville is excited to be a part of the Tall Ships Ontario Challenge 2019…
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Slow Down and Take a Break in Oxford County
Woodstock, Ontario; the middle ground between London and the GTA, is a sweet and unique town full of treasures…
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Plan an Eh+ Getaway
Low Canadian dollar + great getaway options = more summer fun for less Looking to get an extra quarter’s worth of value for every dollar you spend on travel this summer? Making that happen is a snap with a quick trip across the border…
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A City Girl's Visit to Norfolk
Exploring Ontario's Garden. Recently I was given the opportunity to visit Norfolk County, which encompasses Simcoe and other primary communities like: Port Dover, Long Point and Port Rowan. Upon driving into this rich region in Ontario’s Southwest, I could not help but notice the plethora of different agriculture being grown on vast farmlands…
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