Fiddleheads refers to a few distinct aspects of fern plants: firstly, it can denote the immature, spiraling leaf of any fern; secondly, it is commonly used to describe the ostrich…
Sir Samuel Leonard Tilley
Sir Samuel Leonard Tilley was a strong supporter of both Confederation and the construction of the Intercolonial Railway. He is believed to have suggested the name “Dominion of Canada” for…
The Bride’s House
In the town of Hampton in southern New Brunswick, there’s a house that is unlike any other. It was called the “Bride’s house” and was shrouded in local legend. The…
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada is a non-profit organization that provides after-school programs, mentoring, and support to children and youth across Canada. The organization has a rich history…
Town of Woodstock
The Town of Woodstock is located in Carleton County that was incorporated in 1856. Woodstock is the shire town of Carleton County and New Brunswick’s first town. Woodstock is located…
Shippagan
Shippagan, a town located at the extreme northeastern point of mainland New Brunswick, was incorporated in 1958. Its name originated from the Mi’kmaq word sepaguncheech, which means “duck way,” referring…
The Kennedy Inn a Familiar St. Andrews Sight
The Kennedy Inn is a familiar Water Street sight in St. Andrews, but this hotel has been known by many names. The current building stands on the site of an…
Irish Family Orphans in New Brunswick
The late 1840s saw the last major wave of Irish migration to Canada, spurred by the potato famine. Approximately 110,000 migrants arrived in 1847, with almost 90,000 landing at the…