Rossburn memories mark halfway through winter
In this Rossburn Review column the author recalls local history from the Turkey Trail gravel road days to cattle shipping by rail and past Rossburn Sports Day, honoring Matt Halliday and community figures while inviting readers to contribute memories for the 100th anniversary commemorations.
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Heritage Day and its path to national status
A historical summary traces Heritage Day from its 1973 proposal by a political convention through sustained lobbying by the Heritage Canada Foundation. It details committee support, government bills, provincial proclamations, and renewed drives in 1981 to declare the third Monday in February a national holiday.
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Reggies Ramblings and Royal Family Finances
A reader asks how much Canada contributes to the Royal Family upkeep. The Sage says nothing, while British taxpayers fund several million pounds annually. The column notes a long standing arrangement where revenues from royal holdings go to the Monarch and family, often exceeding payments to Royalty. It ends with a quip about luck for a bride and groom using an old shoe.
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