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Victoria at night

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Katherine

The statue of Queen Victoria in front of the BC Legislature Buildings

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William Maxwell Lord Beaverbrook

Posted on September 8, 2016 by Katherine

A statue of William Maxwell Lord Beaverbrook in Fredericton

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Ottawa – Joseph Eugène Bruno Guigues

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Katherine

Joseph Eugène Bruno Guigues was ordained as an Oblate priest in 1828. Appointed to the position of provincial superior of his community, he arrived in Canada in 1844. He was chosen to be the first bishop of Bytown (Ottawa) in … Continue reading →

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Victoria – Artistry on the street

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Katherine

There is a rather interesting blend of artistry that can be seen around Victoria – some of it is officially sanctioned, some more of a social commentary, and some just for the heck of it. It’s all art…

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Welcome to Victoria

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Katherine

A statue in the likeness of local resident Tommy Mayne was sculpted by Victoria artist Armando Barbon to honour Town Criers in the Greater Victoria area. A plaque on the statue recognizes the names of past and present town criers. … Continue reading →

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Ever watching

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Katherine

Cumberland Japanese Cemetery

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Frank Ney

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Katherine

Admiral of the Fleet Frank Ney was the mayor of Nanaimo from 1967-1984 and 1986-1990. He was known for his outgoing personality, and his habit of attending civic events dressed up like a pirate. He had a central role in … Continue reading →

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The Last Alarm

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Katherine

Located on the BC Legislature lawns, The Last Alarm commemorates firefighters who were lost in the line of duty.

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Fire fighters memorial

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Katherine

Located behind the provincial legislature in Victoria.

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Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Katherine

  Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra – Belleville Street, Victoria. Just who is Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra? Good question. In 1792, the Spanish explorer Bodega wrote in his journal: I have therefore named this land…The … Continue reading →

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