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Stories of Northern Life

Sault Ste. Marie Museum

Welcome to the Stories of Northern Life, a podcast brought to you by the Sault Ste Marie Museum sharing the heritage of Northern Ontario and the culturally rich stories in everyday life.

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00:22:53

Sault Michigan's Independent Fur Trading Leader and...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2024/01/04

We are taking a short break from uploading new episodes of the podcast in a few weeks. Ending this season at 100 episodes!!! Don’t worry we will be back with loads of interviews and stories to share soon!!! The holidays will be a great time to catch up and listen to the 100 existing episodes, that maybe you missed… You will still hear from us every Tuesday, as we are reposting some of our favourite episodes, like this one! Season 2 is coming so stay tuned 👀

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00:08:57

The Sault’s very own Pizza Queen, Aurora Butkovich

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/12/28

We are taking a short break from uploading new episodes of the podcast in a few weeks. Ending this Season at 100 episodes!!! You will still hear from us every Tuesday, like normal, as we are reposting some of our favourite episodes, like this one! The holidays will be a great time to catch up and listen to the 100 existing episodes, that maybe you missed… Don’t worry we will be back with loads of interviews and stories to share soon!!! Season 2 is coming so stay tuned 👀

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00:32:26

Bid Farewell to the Old Year and Cheer to the...

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2023/12/21

You know that old song they play in all the movies when the Clock strikes 12 on Dec 30th, marking the start of the new year? Well, It's titled Auld Lang Syne, and was first written as a poem in 1788 by a Scottish man named Robert Burns. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide. Cathrine Macleod (Owner of the Macleod Highland Dance Studio) shares her insight into the annual celebration and its prominence in Sault Ste Marie and our Scottish

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01:00:14

Festival of Trees from 1999 - 2020

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/12/14

Join Rosalia Chilelli, Grace Briglio, and La-Na Fragomeni, 3 incredible women who worked tirelessly every year to kick off the Holiday Season with lights, love and magic. Listen as they reflect on all their work with the Sault's Lung Association.

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01:16:48

History of Funeral Homes in SSM: Mr. Kiteley, Zachary...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/12/07

Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre was the first of its kind in Sault Ste. Marie. It opened in 1938 and Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel has been providing funerals, memorials, and celebration of life ceremonies to the community of Sault Ste. Marie, and its surrounding areas ever since. Listen to Mr. Kiteley - one of the first funeral directors in this area discuss the history of funeral Homes and his personal story. He sits with Zachary Good and Deborah Linklater Zachary

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00:22:29

History of Funeral Homes in SSM

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/11/30

Hear from Nicole Curry as she tells the stories of the local funeral business from the early 1900s to the 2000s. Learn some interesting facts and factual tidbits of the industry, that you can wow you can friends with ;)

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00:28:37

The Sault's FIRSTS: Store, Train, River Boat, Fery,...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/11/23

Get a glimpse of a period of time when something was new. Learn about the first means of transportation to the Sault, the first ways to get outside knowledge or even the firsts in individual lives.

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00:14:01

Interview with Makayla Legge: Owner and Coordinator...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/11/16

Meet Makayla Legge, a female entrepreneur starting her side hustle Made By Mak out of a need for extra funds for fertility treatments. Her crafting turned into a passion and a self-care routine. As a positive product of the pandemic, the Algoma Makers Market was formed, back in 2021. From 8 vendors in the Paint and Decor Concepts parking lot to over 80 vendors at the Machine shop with skating, drinks, and more. The Makers Markets has given side hustlers, and local creators so much exposure in the

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00:09:22

Sault Frontier

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/11/09

This episode is a reading of an article about the Sault Frontier. You hear the perspective of Donald Cameron. He arrived in the Sault in 1857, the early days of the town, when there were no streets just paths under the trees. Article dated 1922 published in the Sault Daily Star

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00:55:14

Interview with John Morassut: an Italian Immigrant,...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/11/02

We are coming to you today from my Nonni’s kitchen table and I'm here with none other than John Morassut my Nonno. We talk about his life as an immigrant to Sault Ste. Marie from Italy as a 13-year-old, early education, how he met his wife, the Knights of Columbus in Sault Ste Marie, and his photography career and volunteer experience.

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00:18:44

Queen Street Cemetery

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/10/26

We are going to take you on a guided tour of what? A cemetery but not just any cemetery. The only remaining cemetery associated with the village of Sault Ste. Marie (1871), the town of Sault Ste. Marie (1887), and the city of Sault Ste. Marie (1912). Get to know some of the recognizable figures that rest there... Now I know it may sound strange and scary but I encourage you to take out a mobile device, download this episode and go for a walk in the Old Town Cemetery. The cemetery can be found

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00:19:54

Guided tour of the Skylight Gallery: Landforms

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/10/19

This is the first episode of a little series guiding you on an in-depth tour of subjects displayed in our Skylight Gallery First up is Landforms. Going way back in time to understand how this place we call home was formed and looks the way it does today As well as talk about the many rock formations that are native to this area! If you’re a rock hound, tree hugger, or collector of crystals and rocks or even just looking for a grade 3 science recap this is an episode for you! Come by the Sault

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00:14:46

Dawson Block, John Dawson and his Family

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2023/10/12

This story starts with John Dawson, the head of a family with a long and significant record in commerce, public service and politics in Sault Ste. Marie. He built the Dawson Block (the historic building next to the Sault Museum) in 1894 to house the family grocery business on the main level. His legacy was not just laid in stone but carried through his family...

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00:06:27

First Hotels in Sault Ste Marie: Where Good...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/10/05

Listen along as we read an article dated December 24th, 1955. Learn about the first "House" as hotels were called back then andvabout how hotels progressed in Sault Ste. Marie.

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00:06:48

Joseph Wilson & Newly Surfaced 200 Year Old Artifacts

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/09/28

The Sault Museum just recently gained possession of a small trunk of books. And yes we do get a lot of boxes and books in our possession at the museum, but this one is pretty special. Learn about these books, their story and the original owner Joseph Wilson.

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00:40:39

Interview with J.L. Fizzell: a local Poet and Author

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/09/21

Jessica Fizzell has self-published 4 books under the name J.L. Fizzell. Her background in Mental Health and love for poetry make for a magically inspiring combo! Listen to learn more about her artistic craft..... J.L. Fizzel Website: https://jlfizzell.ca/ Poetry in the Park Workshop: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/95992bee-5c9e-4e9d-b05d-0a458304f70e

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00:09:56

Bandettes and their 60th Anniversary Celebrations

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/09/14

The Bandetts are an all-girls Drum and Bugle Corps Group founded 60 years ago by Mary Wilson. One of the most recognizable aspects of the Bandettes is their traditional uniform, which features a highland bonnet, mid-waist jacket, and plaid kilt. Listen to hear more about their accomplishments and 60th anniversary plans

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00:47:55

Interview with Tova Arbus and The Fringe North Community

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/09/07

Join Mairi as she chats with Tova Arbus, the Head of Marketing and Communications, and some of the Fringe Community during Fringe Fest 2023. Understand what Fringe is all about and how you can get involved with Fringe North. https://www.saultfringe.com/

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00:09:22

David and Margaret Pim: on their family and work in...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/08/31

Learn about two of the earliest people of note who settled in Sault Ste. Marie They played a large role in the postal service in this area. That is why they are a favourite topic here at the Sault Museum, the Old Post Office building (though our building was built after their time in charge). Next time you are driving along Pim Street you'll think about these two and their story!

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00:10:26

Story of Eric Wild: A conductor, trumpeter, arranger,...

Stories of Northern Life ·

2023/08/24

Eric Wild was born in Sault Ste Maire Ontario on February 11th, 1910. He had a successful career as a conductor from the late 1920s till the 1970s. We worked on some big incredible projects and traveled around the world with his music throughout the years. Listen to what we found on his story....

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