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Canadian History Ehx

Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada"s history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.

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21:30

The Great St. John's Fire

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/10/16

A dropped pipe on a hay stack would lead to the worst disaster in St. John's history. With high winds, a month of no rain and poor decisions by the city government and fire department, within 12 hours, 66% of St. John's was destroyed, 11,000 were homeless & $423 million (in today's funds) in damages had resulted. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok:

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20:49

The History Of Fort Nelson

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2021/10/13

Today, I am talking about the northern BC community of Fort Nelson. While its settled history is short, only dating to about the Second World War, its Indigenous history goes back much farther, with evidence of Indigenous habitation 10,000 years ago. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube:

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17:16

The History Of Thessalon

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2021/10/11

The town with the unique name has quite the history behind it, including a political scandal around its post office in 1905, Biddy the Moose who enjoyed a beer and Aubrey Falls, where the Group of Seven would paint at one time. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube:

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27:22

The Prohibition Years Of PEI

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2021/10/09

From 1901 to 1948, PEI had strict prohibition in place but that didn't stop many rumrunners from making small fortunes in the illicit trade of alcohol. Nowhere else in Canada had prohibition for as long as PEI, which with strict laws existing long after prohibition was finished. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok:

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18:47

The History Of Nelson

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/10/06

Started as a mining town, the community of Nelson, British Columbia would adapt and grow and today is known for its arts and culture. It was also the filming location for the 80s classic movie, Roxanne! Along the way, it would preserve its history, including a stunning courthouse. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok:

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54:41

Canadians In The Spanish Civil War

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2021/10/05

For two years from 1936 to 1938, over 1,500 Canadians would travel to Spain, often on their own, to fight against Fascists in Spain during the Spanish Civil War. Eventually forming into the Mackenzie-Papineau Battalion, over 600 never came home. To date, they are barely honoured in Canada. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok:

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9:50

The History Of Oakbank

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/29

Today, in a shorter episode, I am looking at the history of Oakbank, Manitoba. From some great historical buildings, to its deep Indigenous history, there is plenty to see in this small rural community Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about

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17:29

The History Of Armstrong

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/28

Known for its cheese, the community has a history that dates back to the Cariboo Gold Rush, and many buildings from the late-1800s still stand today in the community. It was also the town where I spent my childhood Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube:

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17:44

The History Of Rocky Mountain House

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/27

One of the oldest European settlements in the Canadian Prairies, its history dates to the 1700s, and today that fur trade history is celebrated in the community, as is its connection to David Thompson. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about

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26:07

The History Of Halton Hills

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/25

This town, which is actually a geographical area made up of several towns, has a deep history that goes back over 200 years. Known for its many mills that helped fuel the early industries of Ontario, many of the original 150-year-old buildings still stand to this day. It was also the home for the orphans of the Armenian Genocide of the 1920s. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter:

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14:59

The History of Tisdale

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/22

The hometown of Brent Butt, it has the largest honey bee statue in the world, produces 10% of the honey in the province and is home to the largest gun shootout in the history of Western Canada! It also has a great museum, and some interesting stories to tell about its history. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok:

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13:49

The History of Barrhead

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/18

This town, northwest of Edmonton, was an important stopping point on the Klondike Trail. Long before that, an Indigenous trail cut through the region, and the first letter from BC to Montreal travelled along that trail. Barrhead's history includes a dust-up over American and British flags, the custody battle over a moose and more! There have also been a couple near disasters! SPONSORED IN PART BY GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate:

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12:51

The History Of Picture Butte

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/13

Located in southern Alberta, Picture Butte gets its name from a formation that has since disappeared, but the community remains. From its role in irrigating southern Alberta, to its role in becoming the Livestock Feeding Capital of Canada thanks to its many feed lots. Once home to a huge sugar factory, it continues to thrive and today features a wonderful pioneer village. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail:

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37:16

Mary Two-Axe Earley

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/09/11

Today, I am looking at the life of Indigenous activist Mary Two-Axe Earley, who fought against gender discrimination in the Indian Act. I also speak with the director of a new documentary about Mary. Find the film at: https://edmontonfilmfest.eventive.org/films/60f5f041561df800a3d0dd0b Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok:

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44:19

The Man In Motion Tour

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2021/09/04

For 26 months from 1985-1987, Rick Hansen journeyed in his wheelchair 40,075 kilometres through 34 countries on 4 continents. Along the way, he raised $26 million for spinal cord research and cemented himself as a Canadian legend on par with Terry Fox. www.rickhansen.com Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube:

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17:26

The History Of Devon

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2021/09/03

The history of Devon begins with Leduc #1, the huge oil discovery that completely changed Alberta forever. With that discovery, the new community of Devon would be built nearby in 1948. From there, the community would become a symbol of the success of the oil industry in Canada. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@canada.masto.host Tiktok:

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45:14

The Presidential Visits

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/08/29

Beginning in 1923, it eventually became a right of passage for a US President to visit Canada early in their first term. While these visits were always cordial on the outside, sometimes the two leaders privately couldn't stand each other, and other times they were the best of friends. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok:

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19:02

The History Of Brooks

Canadian History Ehx ·

2021/08/26

Founded as a small siding along the CPR, Brooks would grow to become an important community in southern Alberta. It would see hard times, including a terrible 1906-07 winter that nearly ended all hopes for the hamlet. Over time, the community grew, and today boasts the famous Brooks Aqueduct, and an impressive dinosaur bone bed. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon:

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18:44

The History Of Trochu

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2021/08/23

This small community in central Alberta boasts a history that stretches back millions of years thanks to a fossil bed nearby. Later in its history, three Frenchmen would start up a ranch that would begin the community and today it is home to several attractions, including the world's largest golf tee. SPONSORED IN PART BY GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter:

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14:37

The History Of Oyen

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2021/08/18

Oyen is a small community on the Alberta-Saskatchewan border with a unique history. Home to a beautiful centennial clock, it got its start during the time of the railroad and thanks to a man who walked from Spokane to the area in 1909. Home to a Canadian gold medalist, it has seen terrible storms, 106-year-old men and much more. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon:

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