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OTD: Southern Ontario hydro station officially opens
The centenary of the Eugenia Hydroelectric Generating Station in southwestern Ontario is marked on one of 255 medals, each struck in one of seven different finishes, in 2015.
lectricity touches nearly every aspect of our lives. Can you even imagine life without it? People living prior to the 20th century had to face such a reality. Homes were heated by burning coal or wood, while light was produced by burning kerosene gas or candles. Machinery was operated by horse or steam power. Life... Continue reading →
RCNA seeks royal patronage to continue using ‘Royal’ title
What was formerly known as the Canadian Numismatic Association gained royal patronage in 2006, a year before it was approved to use the ‘Royal’ title in its name.
With this July’s instalment of Canada’s 30th Governor General, the Royal Canadian Numismatic Association (RCNA) is once again seeking a grant of patronage to continue using the “Royal” title in its name. Canada’s national coin club was first granted royal patronage in 2006, when then Governor General Michaëlle Jean accepted an invitation from what was... Continue reading →