Tag Archives: ByTown

Canada: Ottawa – A Capital Story

We take a balloon trip over Ottawa, originally a work camp for lumberjacks before being made Canada’s Capital City and drop by Kingsmere, the … Continue reading

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The 3 R’s in London, Ontario – Relaxed, Renovated and Restored.

I experienced a terrific overnight trip to London (Ontario) the other week.  An interesting City with some fine architecture and which, but for rivalry between … Continue reading

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1812 – Part 18: Aftermath — Military Settlements

The British Government has run out of money and rather than have the soldiers who have fought in the War of 1812 return home, … Continue reading

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