Tag: Sir John A. MacDonald
There is nothing to celebrate about the foundation of Canada. Europeans came to this land for profit and imperial glory. They forced settlement and eventual westward expansion with lies …
Alternately called a drunk, a visionary, a racist, a groundbreaker, a crook, a negotiator, or a murderer, all often in the same breath, Sir John A. MacDonald is no …
It is hard to avoid Sir John A. MacDonald when living in or visiting Kingston. When walking downtown it is inevitable that you will stumble across a plaque denoting …
With just over two weeks remaining until the arrival of 2014, it’s time for a quick look at the headlines and news stories that shaped the past year for …
Last night, city council, staff and the public gathered in City Hall for Kingston City Council meeting number 21-2013. The city has published the agenda and addeds online. While …
Last Summer, amidst the uncomfortable heat and our continued resolve not to get air conditioning, Danielle and I took to lake swimming. We primarily enjoyed dips at Richardson Beach …
If you’ve driven along John Counter Boulevard during the past year or so, specifically the stretch nearest the Via station, you’ve likely noticed the impressive signage on the north …
“Murderer,” “Colonialist.” These are not the typical titles that I would use to describe one of this city’s most recognizable and celebrated citizens, Sir John A. Macdonald. The harsh …
Welcome to Kingstonist’s weekly challenge, dare, resolution or whatever you prefer to call it. Each week we establish a new and ambitious community goal, encouraging our readers, followers, friends …
Musical theatre is not something that I proclaim to be an expert on, although I’ve seen my fair share and possibly yours over the past decade or so. My …
