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The Ward
Par Michael Mcclelland, John Lorinc, Ellen Scheinberg, Tatum Taylor. 2015
From the 1870s to the 1950s, waves of immigrants to Toronto - Irish, Jewish, Chinese and Italian, among others -…
landed in 'The Ward' in the centre of downtown. Deemed a slum, the area was crammed with derelict housing and 'ethnic' businesses; it was razed in the 1950s to make way for a grand civic plaza and modern city hall. Archival photos and contributions from a wide variety of voices finally tell the story of this complex neighbourhood and the lessons it offers about immigration and poverty in big cities. Contributors include historians, politicians, architects and descendents of Ward residents on subjects such as playgrounds, tuberculosis, bootlegging and Chinese laundries.With essays by Howard Akler, Denise Balkissoon, Steve Bulger, Jim Burant, Arlene Chan, Alina Chatterjee, Cathy Crowe, Richard Dennis, Ruth Frager, Richard Harris, Gaetan Heroux, Edward Keenan, Bruce Kidd, Mark Kingwell, Jack Lipinsky, John Lorinc, Shawn Micallef, Howard Moscoe, Laurie Monsebraaten, Terry Murray, Ratna Omidvar, Stephen Otto, Vincenzo Pietropaolo, Michael Posner, Michael Redhill, Victor Russell, Ellen Scheinberg, Sandra Shaul, Myer Siemiatycki, Mariana Valverde, Thelma Wheatley, Kristyn Wong-Tam and Paul Yee, among others.Ecology & Wonder
Par Robert William Sandford. 2010
Canada Under Attack
Par Jennifer Crump. 2010
Canadians have been celebrated participants in numerous conflicts on foreign soil, but most Canadians arent aware that theyve also had…
to defend themselves many times at home. From U.S. General Benedict Arnolds covetous attempts to declare Canada the 14th colony during the American Revolution to the German U-boat battles in the Gulf of St. Lawrence in the Second World War, Canada has successfully defended itself against all invaders. Jennifer Crump brings to life the battles fought by Canadians to ensure the countrys independence, from the almost ludicrous Pork n Beans War to the deadly War of 1812. She reveals the complex American and German plans to invade and conquer Canada, including the nearly 100-page blueprint for invading Canada commissioned by the U.S. government in 1935 a scheme that remains current today!Vanished Villages of Elgin: 0
Par Jennifer Grainger. 2008
Located on the scenic north shore of Lake Erie, Elgin County was once home to over 40 vanished communities -…
filled with steam trains, ghosts, one-room schoolhouses, rowdy taverns, War of 1812 skirmishes and colourful characters, like Thomas Talbot. Jennifer Grainger chronicles the rise and fall of Elgin’s crossroad hamlets, lakeports and rail depots with contemporary photos, archival shots, and postmarks that remind us of the pioneers.The Chinese Community in Toronto: Then and Now
Par Arlene Chan. 2013
The history of the Chinese community in Toronto is rich with stories drawn from over 150 years of life in…
Canada. Sam Ching, a laundryman, is the first Chinese resident recorded in Toronto’s city directory of 1878. A few years later, in 1881, there were 10 Chinese and no sign of a Chinatown. Today, with no less than seven Chinatowns and half a million people, Chinese Canadians have become the second-largest visible minority in the Greater Toronto Area.Stories, photographs, newspaper reports, maps, and charts will bring to life the little-known and dark history of the Chinese community. Despite the early years of anti-Chinese laws, negative public opinion, and outright racism, the Chinese and their organizations have persevered to become an integral participant in all walks of life. The Chinese Community in Toronto shows how the Chinese make a significant contribution to the vibrant and diverse mosaic that makes Toronto one of the most multicultural cities in the world.Talking About Freedom: Celebrating Emancipation Day in Canada
Par Natasha L. Henry. 2011
Discover the main features of Emancipation Day celebrations, learn about the people of African ancestry’s struggle for freedom, and the…
victories achieved in the push for equality into the 21st century. On August 1, 1834, 800,000 enslaved Africans in the British colonies, including Canada, were declared free. The story of Emancipation Day, a little-known part of Canadian history, has never been accessible to the teen reader through either the school curriculum or classroom resources, despite its significance in the story of Canada. Talking About Freedom closes this gap by exploring both the background to August 1 commemorations across Canada and the importance of these long-established annual celebrations.What is the connection between the Caribana festivities in Toronto and emancipation? Why are some communities restoring Emancipation Day to their roster of annual events? Talking About Freedom introduces a range of personalities and happenings through historical facts, memorable personal recollections, vivid images, and detailed narratives. Included are connections to the ongoing struggles of people of African ancestry as they seek to achieve equality, with insightful links woven across the past, present, and future.East/West: A Guide to Where People Live in Downtown Toronto
Par Nancy Byrtus, Mark Fram. 2000
East/West is a guided tour of old stories and fresh perspectives on the architecture and planning of housing and urba…
n development in central Toronto - including both success stories and perennial problems. Specially prepared maps, over 120 photos, and scores of essays cover more than a hundred sites, neighbourhoods and current issues. The editors are practising professionals in architecture, planning, and historic preservation in Canada.Moon Atlantic Canada
Par Andrew Hempstead. 2012
Travel writer and Canada expert Andrew Hempstead offers unique insight into this historic corner of the North American coast, from…
swimming in the warm waters of Northumberland Strait to exploring bustling downtown Moncton and its lively nightclubs. Hempstead includes unique trip strategies that connect with travelers' specific interests, such as Rugged Atlantic Canada-an outdoors-oriented itinerary-and Atlantic Canada's Best in One Week, for those who want to see all four provinces but only have a week to spare. With information on how to find the freshest seafood, where to hang out on America's oldest street, and when to get the best views at Peggy's Cove, Moon Atlantic Canada gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.Moon Vancouver & Victoria: 2014
Par Andrew Hempstead. 2014
Canada resident and experienced outdoorsman Andrew Hempstead knows the best way to experience Vancouver and Victoria, from drinking coffee at…
fabulous cafés to spotting gray whales and orcas near Victoria. In Moon Vancouver & Victoria, he offers unique trip ideas for a variety of interests, including From Snowboards to Surfboards. Whether you want to spend your trip shopping on Robson Street, finding the hippest art galleries and bars in Victoria, or enjoying the outdoors in Stanley Park, Hempstead is the perfect guide to begin exploring this gorgeous region. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Vancouver & Victoria addresses a wide range of travel budgets and gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.Alaska By Cruise Ship – 8th Edition: The Complete Guide to Cruising Alaska
Par Anne Vipond. 2014
For over 20 years, this comprehensive guide has been a popular choice for readers planning a cruise to Alaska. The…
8th edition has been revised and updated and includes over 400 color photographs and maps and with all aspects of this exciting cruise. Exciting details of both the Inside Passage and Glacier cruises, from Seattle to Fairbanks, are inside. Includes two giant color pull-out maps with a mile-by-mile references to help readers track progress during their cruise. Includes special sections on glaciers, native culture and wildlife with a full-page whale-watching map.Fodor's Montreal & Quebec City
Par Fodor'S. 2014
Montréal and Québec City are treasured destinations for American travelers: a corner of France in North America. This guide, with…
rich color photographs throughout, captures the French-speaking cities' universal appeal, from sidewalk cafés to winter sports and traditional French cuisine.Craft Beer Revolution
Par Joe Wiebe. 2013
A thirst-quenching guide to B.C.'s craft brewers and their beers from the province's favourite beer writer.Canada's microbrewing movement began in…
British Columbia with the founding of Horseshoe Bay Brewing in 1982. Three decades later, B.C. is home to more than fifty breweries, including a dozen brewpubs. Beer tourists are coming in droves, and private liquor stores are selling exclusive bottles of beer at prices previously reserved only for fine wine.With profiles of each of B.C.'s craft breweries, as well as maps, tasting tours and an insider's look at the people behind the kegs and casks, Craft Beer Revolution is the definitive guide to British Columbia's booming craft beer scene, from the movement's early founders still thriving today-Spinnakers, Granville Island and Vancouver Island-to the current industry leaders-Central City, Howe Sound and Driftwood-as well as the most remote-Tofino Brewing, Townsite in Powell River, and Plan B in Smithers.Each brewery has a tale to tell, and Joe Wiebe, the Thirsty Writer, has heard them all. B.C.'s leading beer writer, he has spent the last decade travelling throughout the province, sampling craft beer wherever he can find it. His irreverent guide will be an indispensable companion for beer nerd and novice alike.Cooking with Giovanni Caboto
Par The Caboto Club of Windsor. 2012
A cookbook unlike any other. Featuring ten recipes from each of Italy's twenty regions, Cooking with Giovanni Caboto is an…
exhaustive tour of traditional Italian cuisine, with all two hundred dishes tested and approved by the chefs at the Club's famous kitchen. An invaluable resource for experts and beginners alike.Frommer's EasyGuide to Vancouver and Victoria
Par Joanne Sasvari. 2015
The fastest-growing city in Canada, Vancouver is also the most modern, the most diverse in population (a large percentage of…
its residents are Asian), and arguably the most fascinating in its touristic appeal: from remarkable museums to superb ethnic restaurants in all price ranges, to outstanding parks and natural sights, to locally-managed shops and stores, its lures attract a huge influx of visitors each year. Nearby, Victoria is a British-themed city of older attractions, just as appealingMoon Québec City
Par Sacha Jackson. 2015
See the City with a local! Sacha Jackson lives and works in Québec. In this book, she shares what she…
loves about Québec City with you. NEIGHBORHOODS Experience the life of the city in the best neighborhoods--traverse historic Quartier du Petit Champlain and trendy Saint-Roch. SIGHTS Stroll the top of Les Fortifications and see stunning Château Frontenac. FOOD Find the best late-night poutine and the squeakiest cheese curds. NIGHTLIFE Catch live music at a boîte à chansons and quaff artisanal Quebecois beer at La Barberie. DAY TRIPS Make excursions to the Côte-de-Beaupré, Île d’Orléans, and Charlevoix. FULL-COLOR MAPS Get oriented and navigate the city on the go.Baddeck and That Sort of Thing
By Charles Dudley Warner.
Canada Animals
Par Paul Covello. 2018
The latest title in Paul Covello’s winning Canada board-book series features wondrously detailed illustrations for the very young, highlighting some…
of Canada’s most beloved and iconic creatures. From the author and illustrator of the national bestsellers Canada ABC and Canada 123.Canada
Par Elaine Landau. 2000
Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive…
"To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.A Northern Alphabet (ABC Our Country)
Par Ted Harrison. 1982
Alone across the Arctic: One Woman's Epic Journey by Dog Team
Par Pam Flowers, Ann Dixon. 2001
Alone across the Arctic tells the gripping adventure story of Pam Flowers's solo trip across the North American arctic coast…
with her eight sled dogs. Inspired by Knud Rasmussen's pioneer 1923-24 expedition along the same route, Pam is the first woman to traverse the arctic coast alone. Pam's astounding year-long journey over 2,500 miles of frozen wilderness exposed her to heart-stopping perils, from intense blizzards and melting pack ice to a frightening polar bear encounter. With storytelling and journal extracts, she offers powerful insights into the challenges and rewards of such an epic achievement.