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December 2012/ January 2013
Robert Burns: A celebration of the national poet of Scotland
Robert Burns is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland, and is celebrated worldwide.....more
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December 2012/ January 2013
President Michael D. Higgins Honours Distinguished Members of the Irish Diaspora
Ireland has a diaspora of over 70 million around the world, many of whom maintain a close connection.....more
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December 2012/ January 2013
THE VIEW FROM IRELAND: What Ireland Needs is a Mousetrap
It is going to get even tougher out there. The Greek Government just passed its latest round of austerity.....more
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December 2012/ January 2013
Third location for Mahony & Sons as they take over Monk McQueen's
Exciting news from the Mahony family of Vancouver who are proud to announce they'll be opening a new.....more
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December 2012/ January 2013
Patrick Finucane: ‘I needed the experience that I’m getting here in Fort McMurray’
Patrick Finucane from Clounprohus, Moyvane, Co. Kerry, has a Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree.....more
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November 2012
British State Pensions Frozen in Canada and Commonwealth Countries
Many Canadian residents who have worked in the United Kingdom are unaware.....more
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November 2012
POSTCARD FROM LONDON: London Mayor Boris Johnson is to fashion what Genghis Kahn was to fine arts
With the euphoria of the Olympics and Paralympics a fading memory, life in London has returned.....more
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November 2012
John MacKenna: Young and Irish and now living in Calgary, Alberta
JOHN MacKenna from Tralee, Co. Kerry, arrived in Calgary, Alberta in June this year looking for work.....more
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November 2012
Relief greets changes to CEC stream of permanent residency for Canadian immigrants
I have just returned from the Working Abroad Expo at the RDS in Dublin.....more
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November 2012
The Early Celts of Hallstatt, Austria
Last issue I covered my visit to research the early Celtic culture in Hallein, Austria....more
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November 2012
‘Game on’ in Scottish Referendum as Salmond and Cameron sign Edinburgh Agreement
‘Game on’ is a term more usually associated with bingo than with politics, but it is now common....more
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November 2012
SLÁINTE – TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH!
Exorcising the Great Irish Famine from your Genetic History....more
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November 2012
Ambitious Canada-EU Trade Agreement will benefit Canadian and Irish Workers and Businesses
Ed Fast, the Canadian Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway....more
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November 2012
Workers who built Rideau Canal finally get recognition
Six years after they were nominated, the workers who built the Rideau Canal will finally be recognized....more
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November 2012
IRISH BENEVOLENT SOCIETY OF B.C.: Irish seniors mark your calendar for the annual Christmas luncheon
The next Irish seniors’ luncheon will be the annual Christmas celebration scheduled for Thursday, December 13....more
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November 2012
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK OF BC: A valuable resource for new Irish now making Vancouver home
The Irish Women’s Network of B.C. as an organization is fast becoming a valuable resource....more
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November 2012
‘Dublin is buzzing with its young population, its arts and literature scene and music everywhere’
My recent three weeks in Dublin left me with fresh and new impressions of this very old and interesting city...more
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November 2012
AT THE MOVIES: James Bond: The Gold Standard
Hard to believe that 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of the James Bond films....and what a ride it's been...more
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November 2012
Rupert Potter: the new British Consul-General in B.C.
A new British Consul-General arrived in Vancouver on July 13 this year and is the British Government's...more
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November 2012
Jack Whyte impresses the crowd at the SFU Scottish Studies evening
Academics, historical fiction fans and lovers of Scottish history came together to enjoy one of...more
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November 2012
The Gathering 2013 presentation by Tourism Ireland in Vancouver
Next year will be a banner year in Ireland. The Gathering Ireland 2013 is a year-long celebration...more |
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November 2012
Vancouver Welsh Society Members Attend the 2012 North American Festival of Wales
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November 2012
VANCOUVER CELEBRATES WALES: A wonderful weekend of music, food and Welsh culture
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October 2012
Dublin honours Bram Stoker on centenary of his death
Dublin paid tribute to one of its leading literary figures this year. The centenary of the death of famed author.....more
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October 2012
Christmas comes early with De Danaan Feis at the Richmond Olympic Oval
Gaelic spirit will be in full force at the Richmond Olympic Oval from November 30 to December 2 as the De Danaan Feis.....more
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October 2012
Masterpieces of the Early Celts of Hallein and Hallstatt in Austria
Last issue I covered the early Celts of La Tène, Switzerland, but there was an even earlier Celtic.....more
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October 2012
A foamy Christmas in September for Scottish fishing area of Fittie
Samuel Johnson said that when two Englishmen meet, the first talk is of the weather.....more
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October 2012
SLAINTE: TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH: The Ghost of Famine Past
In Ireland the failure of the potato crop during the first half of the Nineteenth Century.....more
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October 2012
New Community Art Centre Opened in County Cork
A large crowd attended the official opening of the new Clonakilty Community Arts Centre.....more
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October 2012
U.S. University Opens Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum
The Irish famine was almost a taboo topic while he grew up in New York, John Lahey recalls.....more
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October 2012
Minister Kenney visits Ireland to create economic opportunities for Canadian and Irish youth
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney arrived in Ireland on October 5.....more
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October 2012
NEW REGINA IRISH: Preparing for their first Canadian winter in Regina, Saskatchewan
It’s getting colder now across the prairie provinces. People are preparing for the first blast of winter.....more
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October 2012
2012 ISSC Lifetime Achievement Spirit Award Presented to Tom Butler
The Irish Sporting and Social Club of Vancouver hosted their annual awards banquet.....more
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October 2012
Moving2Canada.com offically launched at the Working Abroad Expo in Dublin
Following the success of their Moving2Vancouver Facebook page and website, two Irishmen.....more
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September 2012
Two new British consular appointments in Western Canada
After four years in Vancouver, British Consul-General Alex Budden said goodbye to Canada’s.....more
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September 2012
Social media has been crucial in connecting with new Irish arrivals
We have now been in operation for just under nine months. As we reach out.....more
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September 2012
A fabulous day of sun, fun, music, and....golf at our 9th annual golf tournament
Thank you, thank you, to everyone who participated and supported our ninth annual fundraising.....more
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September 2012
Colm O’Carroll: ‘We need a national oil policy for the whole of Canada’
Cork-born Colm O’Carroll is president of E-Chem Epsilon Chemicals Limited based in Edmonton, Alberta.....more
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September 2012
‘We were building and selling houses and then the economy crashed’
When the Celtic Tiger reigned in Ireland there were more jobs than could be filled, banks were.....more
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September 2012
Official FAI Vancouver Supporters Club raising funds to support local Irish charity
Representatives of the Official FAI Vancouver Supporters Club recently met with the members.....more
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September 2012
The Early Celts of La Tène, Switzerland
I grew up fascinated by Celtic art, and spent recent years investigating ancient carved stones.....more
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September 2012
Interesting parallels between London and Vancouver Olympics
There are certain politicians that can be relied upon to say or do something daft......more
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September 2012
Under new direction with a new vision: Ian McAteer speaks about his plans
Ian McAteer is the new executive director of CelticFest Vancouver Society 2013.....more
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September 2012
Jack Whyte’s take on Robert the Bruce
The Centre for Scottish Studies at Simon Fraser University is thrilled to host “An Evening with Jack Whyte".....more
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September 2012
A conversation with Dara Molloy on Inis Mor in the Aran Islands
This past June I spent six wonderful days on my favourite island of Arainn (Inis Mor) – one of three.....more
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September 2012
Remembering the Silent Village
Jane Byrne, president of the Vancouver Welsh Society, grew up in the small Welsh village of Cwmgiedd.....more
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July/August 2012
Calgary’s Regan Productions: ‘We tell great business stories’
Laureen Regan is the president of Regan Productions in Calgary and Social Club Discount Listings.....more
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July/August 2012
IRISH CANADIAN IMMIGRATION CENTRE: New Cross-Canada Initiative for the Irish
With its national mandate in full force, the Irish Canadian Immigration Centre (I/CAN) is rolling.....more
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July/August 2012
ISSS EDMONTON: ‘The Irish have a very good name as workers’
Three years ago, Aileen Walsh and her boyfriend arrived in Edmonton from Westmeath looking.....more
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July/August 2012
ISSS EDMONTON: ‘It will be a busy summer at the ISSS, especially with all the new Irish arrivals’
Stephen McElhatton is the newly elected president of the Edmonton Irish Sports and Social Society.....more
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July/August 2012
The Gathering 2013: You’re Invited to Come Home to Ireland Next Year
The Gathering 2013 is an Irish Government and community led initiative to call back all the descendants.....more
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July/August 2012
A guided tour of the official Irish diplomatic residence in Ottawa
The Embassy of Ireland to Canada is located in Ottawa and the official residence is located.....more
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July/August 2012
What does the ‘handshake’ mean for working class Irish Catholics?
When I was a child, growing up in the north of Ireland in the sixties in a Nationalist Catholic home.....more
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July/August 2012
Around the World: On a Whim and a Prayer
If you’re in need of inspiration to complete your uncompleted bucket list look no further.....more
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July/August 2012
‘We Irish have a massive problem when it comes to drink’
Everyone knows Irish people like to have a good time and it’s no secret that drink is often the fuel.....more
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June 2012
Celebrating GREAT Britain in Canada
The British High Commission and the British Consulate Generals in Vancouver and Toronto.....more
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June 2012
Cameron Millikin: Honorary Consul of Ireland for Southern Alberta
Cameron Millikin is the Honorary Consul General of the Government of Ireland to Alberta.....more
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June 2012
‘The Irish are coming in bigger and bigger waves. And the demographic is shifting’
The International Experience Canada program – temporary one-year work permits for Irish under 35.....more
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June 2012
‘We desperately need workers in Alberta, especially in the construction sectors’
Doodie Cahill the Honourary Consul of Ireland for Alberta was at the Edmonton Irish Sports and Social Society.....more
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June 2012
Profiles of New Irish Immigrants to Canada
A new wave of young Irish immigrants are bringing renewed vitality to local Irish communities.....more
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June 2012
A Close-Up Look at the Edinburgh launch of ‘Yes Scotland’ Referendum
I didn’t notice the tiny letters ‘VIP’ on the bottom of my pass and was consequently surprised.....more
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June 2012
IRELAND CANADA MONUMENT UPDATE
The Ireland Canada Monument Society is delighted to announce that Vancouver Parks Boards.....more
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June 2012
Ray Bassett, the Irish Ambassador to Canada says: ‘Canada has treated Ireland very, very, well’
Irish Ambassador Raymond Bassett was in Vancouver recently and he spoke with The Celtic Connection.....more
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June 2012
A Wonderful Opportunity to view The Book of Kells – In Vancouver
The Book of Kells – one of Ireland’s greatest cultural treasures – is on permanent display at Trinity College.....more
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June 2012
IRISH BENEVOLENT SOCIETY OF B.C.: A delightful afternoon at the Irish Seniors Luncheon
It was a very hot afternoon on May 24 with no air conditioning when the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C.....more
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May 2012
Third Vancouver Area Location for Ceili’s Irish Pub
Ceili’s Irish Pub in Kitsilano is the third location for the chain in the Lower Mainland.....more
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May 2012
A great team at Foggy Dew in Coquitlam help create warm and friendly welcome
Paul Gaudaur has been the general manager at the Foggy Dew Irish Pub in Coquitlam.....more
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May 2012
Scots blown away by Vancouver Piping Ban
PA two-toed sloth would need only one forepaw to keep track of the issues that have put Vancouver.....more
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May 2012
Scotland is Open for Business says Cabinet Minister Fiona Hyslop
Canada’s deep and enduring connections to Scotland were celebrated in style in British Columbia.....more
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May 2012
SFU’s Centre for Scottish Studies Unveils Online Oral History Project for Tartan Day
Over 100 tartan-clad individuals came down to SFU Harbour Centre on April 4 for the launch of the.....more
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May 2012
Saunders Lewis: The man who saved the Welsh language
Visitors crossing the border into Wales are often surprised to see the Welsh language displayed.....more
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April 2012
New Irish Canadian Immigration Centre Officially launched on St. Patrick’s Day
March 17 marked the grand opening of the Irish Canadian Immigration Centre.....more
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April 2012
Ceili’s Group launches a third pub in Lower Mainland
On March 15, the Ceili’s Group launched a new location in Richmond, B.C......more
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April 2012
Organ donation registration: The life you might be saving is your own
Have you considered signing a BC Transplant organ donor registration?......more
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April 2012
Ireland Losing its Religion....Losing its Cultural Identity?
There was a time, not that long ago, when Ireland was known as the land of saints.....more
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April 2012
Internet domain name for worldwide community of Scots could become a reality
For the last three years or so, I have chaired a not-for-profit company established to pursue.....more
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April 2012
Shock at Black and Tans References on the menu of local Irish pubs
A dozen or so Irish gathered at the new Ceili’s Irish Pub and Restaurant on Burrard at 7th.....more
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April 2012
South African Charity Challenge From Canada to Capetown
Many of us will, at one time or another, have given at least a passing thought.....more
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April 2012
Despite Setback for Irish North Pole Expedition The Team is Determined the Quest Will Go On
In the March issue of The Celtic Connection, we had follow up coverage of Clare O’Leary.....more
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April 2012
Next Irish Senior Luncheon will be held on May 24
In last month’s issue, we announced upcoming dates for the 2012 series of Irish seniors’.....more
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April 2012
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK OF B.C.
The recent arrival in Vancouver of new Irish immigrants has brought new life.....more
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April 2012
Limerick-born Richard McCoy will lead a spectacular 14-day cruise to the Holy Land
Limerick-born Richard McCoy has years of experience in the travel industry.....more
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April 2012
Launch of New Online Oral History Project: ‘Scottish Voices From the West’
On April 4, Simon Fraser University's Centre for Scottish Studies launched.....more
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April 2012
CelticFest Vancouver ‘Another Huge Success’ Despite Soaring Police and Security Costs
The 2012 Vancouver St. Patrick’s Day parade was a great day for the Irish and, as the saying goes.....more
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March 2012
ICCC Welcomes Jason Kenney to Discuss Immigration and Citizenship
On February 23, at the Westin Calgary, The Ireland-Canada Centre for Commerce.....more
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March 2012
New Irish Canadian Immigration Centre working to help Irish newcomers in Canada
The Irish Canadian Immigration Centre opened its doors on January 9 this year.....more
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March 2012
New Irish Canadian Immigration Centre opens its doors in Toronto
They can’t go back. They won’t go back. Indeed, there’s nothing to go back home to.....more
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March 2012
Mark Your Calendar for 2012 Irish Senior Luncheons
The Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. has announced the dates for the upcoming.....more
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March 2012
Members invited to march with IWN at St. Patrick’s parade in Vancouver
The weather man on February 18 produced a downpour that was definitely and definitively.....more
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March 2012
Jason Kenney says he would like to see Canada as a top destination choice for young Irish workers
The Canadian Minister of Citizenship and Immigration spoke to The Celtic Connection on March 1.....more
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March 2012
Profiles of New Irish Immigrants to the Vancouver Lower Mainland
A new wave of young Irish professionals are bringing renewed vitality to local Irish communities.....more
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March 2012
SFU Pipe Band Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Vancouver Concert
The Simon Fraser University Pipe Band is celebrating its 30 years of success with.....more
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March 2012
World Record Set at SFU Centre for Scottish Studies
It lasted for four hours, 12 minutes and 27 seconds, and it is now the World Record.....more
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March 2012
‘Flowers Are a Gift to Our World’ Says Flower Shop Owner
Westgate Flower Garden has been a familiar landmark at Westgate Mall in Maple Ridge.....more
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March 2012
Will Millar – A roving Irishman returns to his roots
For each of us there is a moment when we experience an overwhelming urge to return to familial.....more
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February 2012
Africa: More than the continent....It’s the people who get into your heart
I have heard it said that once you have visited the continent of Africa, it gets under your skin.....more
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February 2012
10th Annual Danny Burns Memorial ‘Feed the Hungry’ Benefit
It’s hard to believe it will be 10 years in May since Danny passed away. Whether it was a session.....more
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February 2012
An amazing month of travels in two of the ancient Celtic lands
I recently returned from a trip to Cornwall and Scotland. The Cornish leg of my trip.....more
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February 2012
Burns Day on Both Sides of the Atlantic
As recorded in this column previously, I have attended countless Burns Suppers in Canada.....more
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February 2012
Calling all Highland dancers and their friends: Don’t miss the huge B.C. reunion this March
Heather Jolley is an extraordinary woman. She has been teaching Highland dancing.....more
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February 2012
Irish Canadian Immigration Centre Now Open in Toronto, Ontario
Recognizing the great need to establish a central support service for new arrivals, the Embassy of Ireland.....more
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February 2012
Great song and dance on the menu at the Irish Benevolent Society luncheon
The Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. hosted a Christmas luncheon for the Irish seniors.....more
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February 2012
Something Old, Something New…
Like the last brilliant blaze of a dying star, Nollaig na mBan briefly and brilliantly reignites.....more
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February 2012
John O’Beirne: An Irish success story with a growing retail business
It’s always refreshing to hear successful immigrant stories and Irish-born John O’Beirne .....more
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February 2012
Northern Ireland 2012: Your Time, Our Place is a year-long series of special events
Northern Ireland will welcome visitors throughout 2012 for a year-long programme.....more
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February 2012
‘It’s true what they say about the Celtic Tiger...it ripped the heart out of Ireland’
Limerick-born Ronan Pigott arrived in Vancouver in June 2008. It was a tough time .....more
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February 2012
White Rock’s Slainte By The Pier: ‘A slice of Ireland and a pint of life’
It is very rare occasion when my daughter Maura and myself get an opportunity .....more
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December 2011
Scottish-born 91-year-old Agnes Keegan still going strong
Scottish-born 91-year-old Agnes Keegan is an absolute marvel, she could teach people half her age.....more
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December 2011
Memories of the warmth of snow at Women’s Little Christmas
Because it is Christmas, I wanted to tell you a little story about what it is like growing up as a child.....more
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December 2011
Dr. Padraig Warde: A leading specialist in the treatment of prostate cancer for men
Prostate cancer is one of the most common malignancies in men and this year alone the Canadian Cancer Society.....more
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December 2011
Looking for help finding your way in a new city? These young Irish arrivals in Vancouver can help
As the numbers of young Irish men and women arriving in Vancouver swell almost daily.....more
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December 2011
Ceili’s Irish Pub: Two great locations in Vancouver and more planned
Ceili is the Irish word for party and with three levels of great Irish atmosphere.....more
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December 2011
Doolin’s Irish Pub: In the heart of the Vancouver Entertainment District
It was nine years ago that Doolin’s Irish Pub was launched and on December 1.....more
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December 2011
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug: An intimate and inviting little pub
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug on Granville Street is an intimate little room with a great long inviting bar.....more
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December 2011
The story behind the old photograph of a young Australian soldier
Mahony and Sons’ new location at Burrard Landing is beautifully located right on the water.....more
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December 2011
What’s next for Jack Lee after winning every top piping award in the world?
Jack Lee is the Pipe Sergeant and co-founder of the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band.....more
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December 2011
India and Lord Kitchener: A brutal and tortured colonial history
Nothing could ever prepare a person for the intensity of India, nor is one's experience there.....more
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November 2011
A Magical Christmas Treat with a brand new imagining of iconic poem
The Canadian premiere of A Child’s Christmas in Wales in Concert is a brand new imagining.....more
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November 2011
Dublin Crossing Irish Pub: Five years of hospitality with great staff
Since Dublin Crossing Irish Pub in Surrey opened their doors for business five years ago.....more
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November 2011
In memory of the countless young soldiers who died too young
Exploring your family tree is a journey of discovery. Dead ancestors become real as you learn.....more
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November 2011
Scotland already eagerly anticipating historic referendum still three years away
Politics is usually an ephemeral business with reports of today’s crisis soon becoming tomorrow’s fish and chip wrapping.....more
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November 2011
The toughest expedition undertaken by Irish explorers in modern times
Despite the roll call of renowned Irish names in exploration history, no Irish person has ever reached the North Pole.....more
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November 2011
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK: A thoughtful, useful, and inspiring program presented at the Irish Networking Event
We emigrants who, thanks to the Internet, can see Irish television shows such as Nationwide.....more
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November 2011
A great evening of Irish networking with food, music and lots of ‘craic’
On a recent visit to Vancouver, Ray Bassett, the Irish Ambassador to Canada, spoke of the many young Irish.....more
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November 2011
Visitors from Seattle Irish Heritage Club visit Vancouver for a day trip
John Keane, Honorary Consul of Ireland for Seattle and Washington State, made a flying visit to Vancouver.....more
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November 2011
New Westminster is getting ready for ‘the biggest street party in Canada...maybe in Canadian history’
Andy Bradshaw is the owner of Sherlock’s British Store, and Robert Goodrick of Goodrick’s Quality Meat Products.....more
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October 2011
One of the most spectacular literary hoaxes of all time: the epic of Ossian
James Macpherson was born in 1736 in Invernesshire, Scotland.....more
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October 2011
Community spirit is the key to success at popular Celtic Treasure Chest locations
Steve and Lil McVittie can be found any day of the week at one of their three locations.....more
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October 2011
Dedication, hard work and commitment recognized with Person of the Year Award
George McDonnell, vice-president of the Irish Heritage Society, was presented with.....more
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October 2011
Another Kick in the Arts: A great night out with some great laughs
Local Irish actors Frank Talbot and Harry Cussen will present ‘Another Kick In The Arts'....more
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October 2011
A Trying Month for Scottish Sports Fans
It has been a trying month for Scottish sports fans, rugby pun intended.....more
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October 2011
Ireland is a great value for visitors says Irish Ambassador to Canada Ray Bassett
When Irish Ambassador Ray Bassett visits B.C., he usually has a full schedule.....more
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October 2011
Cycling from Alaska to Argentina to raise funds for an Irish charity
Ian Lacey from Wexford, Ireland and Lee Saville of Denver, Colorado are two adventurous cyclists.....more
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October 2011
Progress report on construction at AGM for the Irish Heritage Society
On October 5, The Irish Heritage Society held their annual general meeting at J. Malones.....more
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October 2011
Irish seniors delighted to welcome the Irish Ambassador to Vancouver
The Irish seniors’ luncheons hosted by the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C.s a much anticipated.....more
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October 2011
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK: Irish immigrant networking event planned for November 5 - don’t miss it!
President of the Irish Women’s Network (IWN) Eilis Courtney was presented with a cheque for $3,000.....more
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October 2011
NSDRC: Working to help independent living for people with disabilities
The North Shore Disability Resource Centre (NSDRC) was established in 1975 by a group of parents...more
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October 2011
New Irish arrival Sara Sands takes top award in communications
Sara Sands, Manager of Communications and Policy at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce...more
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October 2011
Welsh Society welcomes Celtic Studies expert
Dr. Antone Minard, a recent arrival in Vancouver, is a Celtic scholar with a broad knowledge of Celtic languages...more
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September 2011
Don’t delay getting your UK Christmas products, the sell out early at Mary’s British Home Store
Mary Carter, owner of Mary’s British Home Store, located in the quaint little fishing village of Steveston.....more
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September 2011
Dr. Patrick Fay: ‘Addiction is a disease, it can be treated...and treatment works’
Irish-born Dr. Patrick Fay is a highly respected physician working with the addicted population.....more
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September 2011
Dublin Castle: A huge neighbourhood hit with boasting rights to the best outdoor patio
Situated in a stately manor, formerly the B.C. Penitentiary guard house building in New Westminster.....more
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September 2011
Three and a half years later....Canadian citizenship is calling
I can’t believe that it’s almost three and a half years since I arrived with my partner in Vancouver to start a new life.....more
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September 2011
Holy Cross Cemetery in Halifax: A compelling witness to Irish Catholic history in N.S.
Located on the corner of south and South Park Street (municipal address 1259 South Park Street) in Halifax.....more
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September 2011
Day at the Museum: The National Museum of Scotland reopens its doors after £47 million make-over
The National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street in Edinburgh reopened its doors to the public.....more
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September 2011
Do you speak Irish?
Having been born near a Gaeltacht I would have an ok grasp on the Irish language but I am not fluent.....more
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July/August 2011
Memories of a life of danger and adventure as a bush pilot in Northern Canada
Maureen and Al Gerrard have been a fixture in the Vancouver Irish community for several decades.....more
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July/August 2011
Shop, eat and explore at St. George’s Market in Belfast
One of the most enjoyable aspects of travelling is discovering something new.....more
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July/August 2011
Irish Cultural Centre Hosts Irish Ambassador at Stampede Night
Ray Bassett the Ambassador of Ireland and his wife Patricia Howe were in Calgary.....more
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July/August 2011
Rain or shine, always a great party guaranteed with a retractable roof over Ceili’s rooftop patio
Mike Georgas is the manager at Ceili’s Irish Pub in downtown Vancouver....more
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July/August 2011
Patio season in full swing at Dublin Crossing Irish Pub in Surrey
Dublin Crossing Irish Pub in Surrey has a beautiful outdoor patio....more
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July/August 2011
The connection between the Vancouver Canucks and Rosslyn Chapel
Ah, so that’s the way it ends! A twist on T.S. Eliot: a whimper and then a bang....more
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July/August 2011
Mark Your Calendar Now for the Next Irish Seniors’ Luncheons
The Irish Benevolent Society is pleased to announce they will welcome a very special guest....more
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July/August 2011
The Charitable Irish Society of Halifax…a Colourful Past meets the present
It is an organization that boasts of having among its leadership co-founder of the Royal Bank of Canada....more
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July/August 2011
FORGOTTEN HEROES: The Women of 1916
The major event in Ireland in five years time will be the centenary commemoration of the Easter Rising....more
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July/August 2011
Brian Hunter’s new pub The Hood: An old friend with a new home
After a reasonable settlement could not be reached with the landlord over the lease renewal....more
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July/August 2011
A chapter closes in Irish dance history in the Vancouver Lower Mainland
On June 30, a legend in local Irish dance circles closed the door on her final Irish dance class....more
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July/August 2011
Cardiff recommended as a top travel destination
The prestigious National Geographic Traveler magazine has just published its top ten list of summer travel destinations....more
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July/August 2011
The Craic In The Bog
Most of the older Irish people over here, especially those from the west of Ireland....more
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July/August 2011
Great expectations this summer at The Wolf and Hound
The popular Wolf & Hound Pub, is located in the heart of Kitsilano on West Broadway....more
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June 2011
VANCOUVER IRISH BUSINESS & ENTERPRISE
Vancouver Irish Business & Enterprise (VIBE) recently held its first Friday after work drinks at Mahony & Sons.....more
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June 2011
The Three Toms: Memories of leaving Ireland in search of work and a peaceful life abroad
The Irish storytelling continues over at the O’Flynn gathering house in Vancouver.....more
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June 2011
Sherlock’s: The British Store – An authentic taste of home
Are you nostalgic to once again enjoy some British sweets and groceries or to find your favourite team’s.....more
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June 2011
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug: A cosy little pub with no pretensions
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug on Granville Street is one of the cosiest little Irish gathering spots in town.....more
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June 2011
Doolin’s Irish Pub: New improvements continue a great tradition of hospitality
Doolin’s Irish Pub is located in the heart of the entertainment district at the corner of Granville and Nelson Street.....more
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June 2011
Atlantic Trap and Gill: A Home Away From Home
The Atlantic Trap and Gill is conveniently located on the corner of Robson and Beatty Street.....more
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June 2011
An extraordinary week in Ireland offers a new rallying cry: Is féidir linn
What an extraordinary week it was. First, all of Ireland (at least 99.75 percent of its population) fell in love.....more
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June 2011
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK
Working to help new Irish migrants through networking and contacts.....more
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June 2011
Irish Ambassador Ray Bassett has made it a priority to help ease Canadian visa restrictions for Irish
His Excellency John Raymond Bassett, the new Ambassador of Ireland to Canada, recently made a brief stopover.....more
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June 2011
Reclaiming Scotland’s past and future both on stage and in the world of politics
In Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Ross arrives in England and Macduff asks him “Stands Scotland where it did?”....more
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June 2011
New Facebook page ‘Moving to Vancouver’ filled with helpful information for newcomers
While Australia and the UK are proving major draws for Kerry’s emigrants, across the Atlantic....more
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June 2011
Jubilation in Edmonton as the Edmonton Wild Irish Rose is picked to proceed to Rose of Tralee finals
IT was lucky number seven for the Roses representing Down, Laois, Roscommon, Tipperary....more
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June 2011
IRELAND-CANADA CENTRE FOR COMMERCE
Immigrants are the answer to Canada’s Growing Employment Needs....more
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June 2011
Exciting new development by Athenry Gate will be home to a new B.C. Irish Cultural Centre
After much talk and so many years of hard work, the long-awaited Irish Cultural Centre....more
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May 2011
Alberta Provincial Pipe Champions Travelling to 2011 NA Pipe Band Championships
Wearing the ancient MacLean of Duart Tartan and under the direction of Pipe Major Dave Trew....more
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May 2011
Tara Keigher: This year’s Edmonton Rose of Tralee
Tara Keigher from Surrey, B.C. is the 2011 Edmonton “Rose of Tralee.” Tara....more
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May 2011
A Wedding, a Riot and an Election: Scotland in the Springtime
It is as if someone had switched the contra-flow lane without telling me....more
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May 2011
Irish Fancy: After 25 years in business a sad farewell to a Richmond landmark
Irish Fancy Store has been a landmark in Steveston (Richmond), B.C. for the past 25 years....more
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May 2011
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
This month as part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada....more
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May 2011
Ireland’s rich literary heritage: Yours to discover
Famed for its saints and scholars, the island of Ireland has a rich tapestry of authors, poets, playwrights and storytellers....more
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May 2011
IRISH BENEVOLENT SOCIETY OF BC
A delicious springtime luncheon
for Irish seniors in Vancouver....more
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May 2011
Liffey Players Drama Society to host 2011 Irish Theatre Festival
The Acting Irish International Theatre Festival, an annual event that alternates between....more
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May 2011
Gather around the table and I’ll tell you a story....
The Three Toms are back with more old Irish tales....more
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May 2011
Give St. Patrick his due with a national holiday worthy of his name beyond beer and cheer
Grass, in the full range of its forty shades, is always greener in Ireland...more
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April 2011
Ireland – Bollixed, Bankrupt and Bewildered
Every Irish citizen (man, woman and child) owes $35,000 as their share of Ireland’s national debt....more
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April 2011
Irish Literary Series - Presented by the ICSC
The Irish Cultural Society Centre will launch a literary series with ‘The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats’....more
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April 2011
We look forward to continuing
to strengthen the Celtic connections
even further in the years to come
The Irish Heritage Society hosted a fundraising St. Patrick’s Day dinner/dance to celebrate the 20th anniversary....more
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April 2011
Scotland establishing 3-member ‘Team Scotland in Canada’
I have long been a proponent of forging closer contemporary links between Canada and Scotland....more
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April 2011
SLÁINTE – TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH!
Sláinte is going to talk about the Irish dancer today....more
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April 2011
Vancouver welcomes Hilary Reilly Irish Deputy Head of Mission in Canada
Hilary Reilly, the Deputy Head of Mission at the Irish Embassy in Ottawa travelled to Vancouver recently....more
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April 2011
The Ireland Fund of Canada luncheon: A great start to the wearing of the green
The inaugural Ireland Fund luncheon in Vancouver was held in the Rooftop Room at The Fairmont....more
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April 2011
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
This month as part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants....more
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April 2011
Breis is 100 duine ag Tráth na gCeist
D'fhreastail breis is 100 duine ar Tráth na gCeist a reachtáil Scoil Ghaeilge Vancouver....more
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April 2011
Ireland offers great value and a fun-filled holiday for visitors in 2011
This is a great year to visit the island of Ireland. A strong Canadian dollar against the euro...more
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April 2011
Mahony and Sons Burrard Landing opens at a beautiful new waterfront location
Mahony and Sons opened the doors of a new location in downtown Vancouver on March 20...more
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April 2011
SEATTLE IRISH NEWS
RECENT PASSINGS • Tom Monaghan who died in Claremorris, Co. Mayo on March 25...more
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April 2011
Our travels on St. Patrick’s Day around the Lower Mainland
On St. Patrick’s Day, Maura and myself were on the road bright and early...more
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April 2011
Grand Spring Sale at the Cambrian Hall to help support maintenance and repairs
The Vancouver Welsh Society will hold another Grand Spring Sale at the Cambrian Hall...more
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April 2011
St. Patrick's Day Parade - Vancouver
Pictures from the 2011 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Vancouver...more
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March 2011
A great evening with some members of the Irish Cultural Society Calgary
On a recent visit to Calgary I met up with some members of the board of directors of the Irish Cultural Society Calgary....more
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March 2011
Magnificent seaside location for new Celtic Treasure Chest White Rock
I recently took a drive out to sunny White Rock to visit Steve and Lil McVittie....more
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March 2011
Countdown has Started to Next Scottish Election
Print media is in decline in Scotland but there has been a corresponding upsurge in web based news services....more
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March 2011
Profiles of New Irish Immigrants Arriving in Western Canada
This month as part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants arriving in Western Canada....more
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March 2011
The Sunset Grill: One of Vancouver’s Favourite Sunday Brunch Destinations
When Colleen and I arrived at the cozy Sunset Grill Neighbourhood Pub and Restaurant in Kitsilano....more
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February 2011
CelticFest Vancouver 2011 - March 16-20
“After a one-year hiatus due to a scheduling clash between its traditional dates and the 2010 Winter Olympics.”....more
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February 2011
Dublin Castle: Creamy Pints of Ale Now Being Served at Former B.C. Penitentary
“Dublin Castle in New Westminster has just been opened for the past three months.”....more
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February 2011
St. Patrick's Day Mass - 'An tAifreann i nGaelige'
A Catholic Mass in the Irish language will be celebrated by Rev. Anthony Boniface of Newton Forbes.”....more
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February 2011
Great song and dance on the menu - at the Irish Benevolent Society luncheon
The Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. hosted a Christmas luncheon for the Irish seniors.”....more
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February 2011
Irish Women's Network
Plans underway to welcome new Irish arrivals and help with resume preparation.”....more
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February 2011
The Jewel Ballroom: 'A diamond in the sky' is Julie Connolly's new venture
The grand opening of the new Jewel Ballroom and Catering was like a Hollywood production.”....more
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February 2011
Steve McVittie: Gearing up for Vancouver's 7th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
The seventh annual St. Patrick's Day parade will start at 11 AM on March 20.”....more
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February 2011
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
This month as part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada.”....more
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February 2011
Green Light for new Irish Cultural Centre in Langley, B.C.
Congratulations to Tony and Gwen McCamley, George and Teresa McDonnell and everyone.”....more
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December 2010
Brave young woman asks for help in her battle to fight her cancer
“I keep on keeping on because life is beautiful and I love my life.”....more
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December 2010
THE IRELAND-CANADA CENTRE FOR COMMERCE - CALGARY
‘Strong Historic Ties Underpin Ireland-Canada Relationship’ CALGARY – The new Irish ambassador to Canada, His Excellency Ray Bassett....more
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December 2010
CELTICFEST VANCOUVER 2011 Get Ready to Celebrate:
5 Days of Celtic-Style Fun - March 16-20. VANCOUVER – After a one-year hiatus, due to its traditional....more
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December 2010
Is it time for a Scottish Immigration Policy based on a Canadian model?
In recent years there has been a wide ranging debate in Scotland about whether the powers of the Scottish Parliament should be expanded and, if so, into what areas.....more
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December 2010
The Ireland Fund of Canada Celebrates Inaugural St. Patrick's Luncheon
VANCOUVER – The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver Rooftop located at 900 West Georgia Street will be the venue .....more
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December 2010
Fiona Forbes: ‘I’m very excited to be a part of the Ireland Fund St. Patrick’s luncheon’
Fiona Forbes and Michael Eckford are co-hosts on Urban Rush, Vancouver’s award-winning entertainment talk show .....more
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December 2010
Scotland in the Autumn: Haunting and Beautiful Scenery
By MARIE BRUCE - George and I drove into Edinburgh Scotland s beautiful capital city on our recent autumn driving holiday in Scotland......more
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December 2010
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
With the Irish economy in crisis, Ireland’s greatest export is once again her people.....more
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November 2010
Planning a Celtic Christmas? Check out these fine traditional merchants
Are you wondering where to buy Celtic food products for the holidays or where to purchase Celtic gifts and jewellery for that special someone on your list?....more
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November 2010
VANCOUVER CELTICFEST 2011 Register now for next year’s Vancouver St. Patrick’s Day
Rita Albano the executive producer of CeltFest Vancouver has announced the dates for CelticFest Vancouver 2011 – March 16-20....more
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November 2010
Dan Coleman: His grandfather was almost shot by the Black and Tans on the night his mother was born
I recently spoke with Dan Coleman of Edmonton who is a long-time subscriber to The Celtic Connection.....more
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November 2010
Doolin’s: The Train Just Keeps Roaring Along 8 Years Later
It was wall-to-wall people when I stopped by Doolin’s eighth anniversary party on November 4......more
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November 2010
Four Sisters working together to offer healthy and easy meal solutions
We're all leading busy lives, looking for healthy and easy solutions to feed our families.....more
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November 2010
Challenging Times for Golf in Scotland
It’s late in the year for golf in the northern hemisphere as various commentators pointed out when the Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor in Wales ....more
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November 2010
Irish Seniors’ Luncheon: A wonderful atmosphere with great music and songs
The Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. hosted a luncheon for Irish seniors at the Holiday Inn Express on Hastings Street on October 21.....more
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November 2010
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK OF BC AGM: Tributes paid to outgoing president Deirdre O’Ruairc after 10 years of service
There was a good and lively turnout at the annual general meeting of the Irish Women’s Network on October 14.....more
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November 2010
Dublin: A magnificent cultural feast for the ears, the eyes and the soul
I’m sure many Dubliners would agree that a week in their fair city is just not long enough. Though, it has to be admitted, it’s a lot better than not going at all. ....more
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November 2010
The Newfie Irish Connection: Isn’t that boy from Cork?
One of the earliest memories I have of Canada would be of my teacher talking about a community of Irish descendants that lived on an island off its east coast.....more
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November 2010
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
As part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada,.....more
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November 2010
Treasa O’Driscoll: Author, poet, singer and a delightful Irish storyteller
Author Treasa O’Driscoll was recently in Vancouver to promote her new book, Celtic Woman: A Memoir of Life’s Poetic Journey.....more
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October 2010
Carolyn Costigan: Champion Horse Trainer
Irish-born Carolyn Costigan is unique in the thoroughbred horse racing industry. At 29 years of age, there are few others who can claim such an extensive professional background in thoroughbred racing....more
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October 2010
The Rose of Tralee Festival: One of Europe’s biggest TV events
EDMONTON – Next April the Irish Sports and Social Society will be holding the Rose of Tralee banquet to select a representative for western Canada as the Rose of Tralee celebrates 52 years....more
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October 2010
Scotland’s Wind May Finally Work to its Advantage
By HARRY McGRATH - The theme for the month of September in Scotland was wind, and not just the form of it usually delivered by this column.....more
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October 2010
Canada Welcomes Ray Bassett the New Irish Ambassador to Ottawa
OTTAWA – Ray Bassett (59), the newly arrived Ambassador of Ireland to Canada was received at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on September 23 to present his credentials to the Governor General of Canada Michaëlle Jean....more
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October 2010
Irish Heritage Society AGM Reveals New Centre is Almost Tangible
‘The Irish Heritage Society Cultural Centre is not an illusion.
We are still on track and moving forward and getting very close.’ ....more
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October 2010
Lifetime of Leadership Award Presented to Mary Ann Meegan
VANCOUVER – Each year Douglas College presents the Myrna Popove Lifetime Leadership Award to a deserving candidate who is nominated by the community....more
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October 2010
Profiles of New Irish Immigrants to the Vancouver Lower Mainland
VANCOUVER – As part of our continuing series of interviews with young Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada, this month we have two profiles: Eucharia Commins from Co. Galway and Bryan O’Reilly from Kildare....more
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September 2010
Memories of Belfast in the Forties: Dance Halls and Stolen Kisses
Does anyone remember the 1970 movie Ryan's Daughter? It takes place around 1916 during the First World War......more
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September 2010
In Scotland, Change Comes Dripping Slowly By HARRY McGRATH
EDINBURGH – When I tell people in Scotland that I lived in Vancouver for 20 years (regular summer trips to the auld sod notwithstanding), they often inform me.....more
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September 2010
All Star Irish Charter Cruise: Non-Stop Irish Entertainment with top quality food and accommodation
NEW YORK – The next Gertrude Byrne All Star Irish Charter Cruise to Bermuda, taking in Charleston and South Carolina along the way....more
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September 2010
Duffy's Cut now possible 'murder scene'
MALVERN, Pennsylvania – The story of 57 Irish immigrants who died while building Pennsylvania's first railroad in the 1830s has taken a potentially sinister turn ...more
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September 2010
PW Trenchless Construction: A leader in a carbon-free future
VANCOUVER – Trenchless technology is the way to a carbon free future for the aging sewer and water pipe infrastructures in our cities ...more
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September 2010
Irish Pipe Band win the 2010 World Championship in Glasgow
By HAMISH DOUGLAS BURGESS - On my recent trip to Scotland I attended the World Pipe Band Championships at Glasgow Green where around 240 bands ....more
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September 2010
Profiles of New Irish Immigrants to the Vancouver Lower Mainland
VANCOUVER – A new wave of young Irish professionals is bringing renewed vitality to local Irish communities and organizations....more
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July 2010
Orla McKiernan: Communications Director for the Irish Cultural Society of Calgary
On a recent visit to Calgary I met Orla McKiernan, the new Membership and Communications Director for the Irish Cultural Society Calgary.....more
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July 2010
Dentry’s Irish Grill in Point Grey: A popular gathering spot for the Irish
Dentry’s Irish Grill located in the West Point Grey area of Vancouver is a popular neighbourhood gathering spot.....more
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July 2010
A holiday of a lifetime: My visit to South Africa in 1982
The World Cup now taking place in South Africa brings to mind the time I visited that country in 1982.....more
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July 2010
Scotland’s salvation will be in foreign trade
A recent headline in one of Scotland’s newspapers caught my eye. “The nation’s salvation,” it declared, “will be in foreign trade.”...more
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July 2010
The Curse and the 'cure' Early diagnosis of little-known disorder key for Celts
Kelly Bromley suspected something was wrong when she experienced chronic fatigue, but she never suspected the Celtic Curse ...more
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July 2010
A Fond Farewell to Ambassador Declan Kelly
Irish Ambassador Declan Kelly and his lovely wife Anne paid a brief farewell visit to Vancouver on June 25....more
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July 2010
‘Ithaca: healing the wound left by abuse in Ireland 2010'
In the March 2010 issue of The Celtic Connection, we reported the extraordinary efforts of Susan Cowman in Dublin....more
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July 2010
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver: Susan Bergin
As part of a continuing series of profiles, The Celtic Connection presents the third interview by Michéal Donnellan on some of the new Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada....more
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July 2010
Patagonia Evening at the Cambrian Hall
The Reflections on Patagonia evening held at the Cambrian Hall on June 10 was well attended and proved to be both interesting and informative.....more
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June 2010
Travel Diary, by David Abbott
Celtic Reconnection...it was Grand! My daughter Ingrid recently traveled to Dublin to reconnect with family and friends.....more
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June 2010
Angus MacKenzie Highland Dance Studio: Classes Across the Lower Mainland
Highland dance teacher Angus MacKenzie, is a former World Highland Dancing Champion.....more
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June 2010
Defiant former women prisoners declare: ‘We broke Armagh, it never broke us’
Armagh Gaol in County Armagh was the prison where hundreds of Irish women ranging from 17 years of age to grandmothers were held captive....more
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June 2010
Killarney: The longest running house band in the world
The Blarney Stone Restaurant and Pub located in Gastown is Vancouver’s first Irish pub and on May 23 they celebrated its 38th anniversary....more
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June 2010
Deirdre Halferty: President of Calgary’s Irish Cultural Society
Deirdre Halferty from Maghera, County Derry, is the president of the Irish Cultural Society of Calgary (ICSC). She is currently serving her second term as president.....more
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June 2010
The Pipes, the Pipes are Calling ...for the 2010 Canmore Highland Games
Get ready for the great Highland bagpipe invasion. Mark your calendar for September 5 this Labour Day weekend.....more
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June 2010
CeltFest Summer School Irish Dance Workshop Certified by Irish Dance Commission
The rules committee of the world governing body of competitive Irish Dance, An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha, in Ireland has declared CeltFest Vancouver Island's Irish dance camp an open workshop.....more
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June 2010
New Chaise Lounge on Main Street offers some familiar friendly faces
When the popular Penny Lane Pub at 41st and Main Street in Vancouver, closed its doors earlier this year, it left a huge void for its many patrons.....more
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June 2010
Celtic artist Courtney Davis:
‘I feel even more passionate today
than at anytime in my life
for the journey ahead of me.’......more
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June 2010
Memories of a harrier with the North Belfast Harriers
The other day, a friend of mine said that she was entering the Vancouver Sun Run. I remarked that I had been a harrier in my younger days.....more
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June 2010
Scotland steers its own course in British election
Scotland’s contribution to the recent British election will further encourage the belief that Scots are contradictory by nature.....more
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June 2010
The Okanagan Irish Society: A warm welcome for friends and strangers alike
Let a few Irishmen come together and in no time songs will be sung, dances will be danced, good food.....more
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June 2010
A Visit to Donegal: Home of My Forefathers
It was on a Wednesday morning in July that I found myself on the way to Innisoneill, County Donegal, the home of my forefathers....more
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June 2010
MARIANNA O’GALLAGHER: 1929-2010
She worked tirelessly to commemorate
the Irish famine and its consequences
for Quebec and Canadian history....more
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June 2010
Two great Irish dance schools merge: O'Connor-O'Brien School of Irish Dance
The O'Connor-O'Brien School of Irish Dance was formed in the summer of 2009 with a merger of two pre-existing Irish dance schools.....more
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June 2010
Fourth Annual BC Renaissance Fest a Three-Day Event This Year
The only Renaissance festival in B.C. is returning for its fourth year this July in a new venue with a show that's bigger and better than ever......more
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June 2010
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver Lower Mainland
As part of a continuing series of profiles, The Celtic Connection presents a second interview by Michéal Donnellan on some of the new Irish immigrants arriving in western Canada.....more
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June 2010
Tartantown: A Small Oasis of Scottish Culture in Coquitlam
Donald-Gordon’s Tartantown Ltd., fondly referred to as Tartantown, is a bustling and attractively merchandised retail store located on Clarke Road in Coquitlam, B.C.....more
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June 2010
Ireland: A Golfer’s Paradise
Ireland is a golfer’s paradise – from internationally renowned courses to local clubs in every corner of the country.....more
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June 2010
A brave 5,300 kilometre bike journey to help raise funds and awareness
Australian-born Daniel Church, who now makes his home in Vancouver, is a bartender at the popular Wolf and Hound Pub on West Broadway.....more
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June 2010
Welsh Society of Portland to Host the 2010 North American Festival of Wales
The North American Festival of Wales is coming again to the Pacific Northwest on September 2-5.....more
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June 2010
Reflections on Patagonia at the Cambrian Hall
In the summer of 1982, I joined a group of fellow Canadians on stage at the welcoming ceremony for Welsh Overseas Visitors at the National Eisteddfod of Wales, held that year in Swansea.....more
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May 2010
The Atlantic Trap and Gill: A new location but the same great down-home atmosphere
The Atlantic Trap and Gill has moved from its popular Davie Street location to their brand new home at 118 Robson Street.....more
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May 2010
Celtic Treasure Chest: Steve and Lil McVittie Open New Delta Location
Some people use GPS to reach their destination, but my favourite navigator is Colleen....more
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May 2010
Profiles on new Irish immigrants to Vancouver
A new surge of Irish immigrants has started to arrive in western Canada, bringing new vitality to local Irish communities....more
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May 2010
Dayna Corbett – 2010 Edmonton Irish Rose
EDMONTON – The Edmonton Irish Sports and Social Society hosted the 2010 ceremony to select the new Edmonton Irish Rose on April 24....more
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May 2010
Increased Trade between Ireland and Canada
Trade relations between Ireland and Canada have never been so good, following a very successful 35 Irish company trade mission to Canada last October....more
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May 2010
The Apprentice: My Years at Harland & Wolff Shipyard in Belfast
[This is a follow up to my last story “My War Years” published in the March 2010 issue of The Celtic Connection.] The period 1944 to1951 was one of the busiest at the Harland & Wolff shipyard....more
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May 2010
Oifigear Ùr na h-Ealain agus Cultar - New Gaelic Arts & Culture Officer
INVERNESS – A new Gaelic Arts & Culture officer has been appointed in a jointly funded new post by the Scottish Arts Council and Bòrd na Gàidhlig.....more
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May 2010
Small Scottish town revived by the old fashioned book
Scotland is supposed to be losing its sheep.....more
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May 2010
Annette Savage: 2010 Irish Woman of the Year
VANCOUVER – Annette Savage is the 2010 Irish Woman of the Year....more
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May 2010
Patricia Jarvis ran her first marathon at age 50 – this year she ran the coveted Boston Marathon
VANCOUVER – Patricia Jarvis, a member of the Irish Women’s Network, is a dedicated marathon runner who recently ran the challenging Boston Marathon ....more
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May 2010
JIMMY FLYNN’S CELTIC SNUG: A cosy hideaway with a great atmosphere
Colleen and I were back on the road again recently and this time we made a visit to sunny White Rock by the sea....more
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May 2010
Pair Home Design: home staging consultants offer solutions to help you market your home
I recently spoke with Sandycove, Co. Dublin-born, Louise Henry. She and her husband Joseph Backstrom are the owners of Pair Home Design....more
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May 2010
Slainte by the Pier Restaurant: White Rock’s Original Irish Establishment
Slainte by the Pier, located on Marine Drive in White Rock, was the first Irish establishment to open on Marine Drive....more
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May 2010
The Wolf and Hound Celebrates Customer Appreciation Day
The popular Wolf and Hound Irish Pub and Restaurant on West Broadway, celebrated three years in business with a customer appreciation day on April 11....more
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April 2010
The 2010 BC Highland Games: Immerse yourself in Scottish charm
The 2010 BC Highland Games will honour all the first class entertainment we have right here in our local community......more
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April 2010
25th Anniversary for British Car Show at Van Dusen Gardens on May 22
It’s a silver anniversary event for Canada’s Biggest British Classic Car Show......more
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April 2010
Derry artist brings the ‘art of the pub’ to Vancouver
It was an exciting couple of weeks. The Olympics descended upon Vancouver and despite a few hiccups, everyone I talked to had nothing but positive comments......more
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April 2010
Step into wold of unique gift ideas at Celtic Creations
The Window to the Soul - Celtic legend is ripe with tales of people moving between the physical and faerie realms......more
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April 2010
Even King Arthur found refreshments at the Cheshire Cheese Inn of Yore
Saint Patrick’s Day dawned bright and sunny and Maura and I decided to take a drive to North Vancouver.....more
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April 2010
Following a whirlwind visit, Marina Guinness said: ‘Seattle was the best St. Patrick's Day ever!’
Marina Guinness breezed into town recently along with her father Desmond who was invited to Seattle to participate in the annual St. Patrick’s Festival as 2010 parade Grand Marshal.....more
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April 2010
Memoir of Reverend Donald John Gillies of St. Kilda published in Scotland
I remember distinctly the moment when, on one of my many flights between Canada and Scotland,.....more
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April 2010
Pan Celtic activities at Newbattle Abbey College
Newbattle Abbey College sits in sylvan splendour by the banks of the River South Esk a few miles outside of Edinburgh......more
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April 2010
Irish Pipes and Drums BC Regiment Enjoys longs planned trip to N. Ireland
The Irish Pipes and Drums BC Regiment participated in a long planned trip to Northern Ireland in March under the direction of Pipe Major Jordan Seguin......more
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April 2010
Irish Seniors’ Luncheon: A wonderful atmosphere with great music and songs
The Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. (formerly The Celtic Society of Canada) hosted a St. Patrick’s luncheon for Irish seniors.....more
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April 2010
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK - IWN Irish Woman of Year Award 2010
Now that spring has taken a firm hold at last, members of the Irish Women’s Network are looking forward to the annual anniversary lunch on April 25 at 12 noon......more
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April 2010
Exciting secret revealed for new Mahony and Sons
Each month after the distribution of The Celtic Connection, Colleen and I will generally drop into one of our local establishments for some lunch and refreshment.....more
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April 2010
The Wearing of the Green at Nancy O's in Prince George
Garrett Fedorkiw and Eoin Foley, the co-owners of the new Nancy O's restaurant in Prince George, both have Irish heritage as their parents come from Wexford and Dublin......more
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April 2010
Robert McBeath to be commemorated with a traditional Scottish cairn
Constable Robert McBeath is fondly remembered as a hero by members of the Vancouver Police Department and citizens of his hometown of Kinlochbervie, Scotland.....more
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April 2010
‘The Olympics were a great lesson in creative problem solving’ says Doug Crewe
Sharky’s Chophouse and Sausage Emporium and Austin Gourmet Catering are all located in the one building in Coquitlam....it’s a busy place!.....more
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April 2010
Sherlock’s: Enjoy a spot of tea and all your favourite UK products
Sherlock’s British Sweets, Groceries and Soccer in New Westminster has just added a new tea room to its name.....more
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April 2010
Irish and Francophone Heritage Celebrated
Irish and Francophone heritage was celebrated on March 13 at the St. Patrick's Day dance held at Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall in Coquitlam.....more
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April 2010
Enterprise Ireland and VIBE networking reception
Globe 2010 is one of the world’s largest and longest-running conferences dedicated to the business of the environment......more
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April 2010
Gareth Prytherch interviewed by BBC Wales on his POW experience
Gareth Prytherch is a retired Vancouver Secondary School teacher and a long-time member of the Vancouver Welsh Society......more
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April 2010
Long-term president Jeff Owen honoured by Welsh Society
Long-serving member Jeff Owen has been recognized by the Vancouver Welsh Society for his 11 years service as president of the Society......more
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April 2010
The Wolf and Hound: Jen and Jesse are celebrating third anniversary of ownership
The Wolf and Hound on West Broadway has always been a favourite with all the local Celts ......more
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March 2010
The Blarney Stone: Vancouver’s Biggest St. Patrick’s Celebration
Have you seen the newly renovated Blarney Stone in Gastown lately? In a word: “wow!” ......more
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March 2010
Ceili’s: ‘We will just keep rolling from the Olympics right into St. Patrick’s’
Ceili’s Irish Pub and Restaurant is located in downtown Vancouver on Smithe Street......more
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March 2010
THE CELTIC SCRIBE Dubhaltach MacFhirbhisigh and the Annals of Ireland
Having settled in Galway, Dubhaltach put forth the Book of Genealogies, then entitled Leabhar na nGenealach......more
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March 2010
Watch for new changes afoot at The Celtic Treasure Chest locations
Over at the Celtic Treasure Chest, owners Steve and Lil McVittie have been extremely busy expanding their business......more
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March 2010
Colm O’Carroll: The driving force behind the Wild Geese Endowment Fund in Alberta
Cork-born Colm O’Carroll and his wife Lynda, are the owners of E-Chem - Epsilon Chemicals in Edmonton......more
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March 2010
Celtic Hospitality Alive and Well for Visiting Snow Leopards
The wilderness surrounding Ivey Lake in Pemberton is home to many forms of wildlife – bear, deer, lynx, bobcat .....more
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March 2010
The Dublin Crossing Irish Pub: The Fraser Valley’s Live Music Headquarters
Each month after distribution of The Celtic Connection, Colleen and I will generally drop into one of our local Celtic establishments for some lunch and refreshment.....more
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March 2010
My boyhood memories as an evacuee during the Second World War
When war broke out in 1939, I was a nine-year-old schoolboy living on the Shankill road, a working class district of Belfast.....more
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March 2010
British Olympic Coverage was Tough Sledding.
Something that distresses me is that I can go from one year to another in Scotland and not see or hear any mention of Vancouver in the media......more
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March 2010
‘Maybe we’ll do an Irish House at London Olympics says Blaine Culling’
“I have come to realize that the Irish community is a very strong, tight knit community....more
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March 2010
Glowing IWN Hearts shine at 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics!
For many in British Columbia, the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, including the Paralympic Games, ....more
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March 2010
Malone’s Sports Bar and Grill: Home to all your sports action
Malone’s newly renovated Sports Bar and Grill on the corner of West Pender and Hastings Street, is fast becoming known as the venue to catch all your sports action......more
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March 2010
O’Shea’s Pub in Granada: Home to the Irish diaspora in Nicaragua
After 18 days travelling through three Central American countries, our adventurous group of seven women finally arrived at our final destination – Nicaragua......more
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March 2010
Farewell to an Old Friend: The Penny Lane Pub
For the past 16 years, Penny Lane Pub has been a landmark at the corner of Main and 41st in Vancouver, but sadly, they must now close their doors.....more
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March 2010
Gerry Furney, Mayor of Port McNeill, B.C.: An Irish Immigrant Success Story
Some of the most interesting and compelling stories are the rags to riches stories – the immigrant who arrives on our shores looking for work.....more
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March 2010
The Meeting Place in Culloden wants to hear from you.
The Meeting Place sits in the woods on the outskirts of Inverness in Scotland. It is close to the Culloden battle field where government forces fought the Jacobites in 1745.....more
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March 2010
St. David’s Day Celebrations at the Cambrian Hall
The Vancouver Welsh Society’s Annual St. David’s Day Dinner was held at the Cambrian Hall on February 27,.....more
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February 2010
Foggy Dew Irish Pub in Richmond: Gearing up for a Big Spike in Business
Recently, Colleen and I made a visit to Richmond where we stopped in for lunch at the Foggy Dew Irish Pub......more
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February 2010
Burns and Macbeth: Twenty-First Century Scottish Heroes
It would be fair to say that here in Scotland Robert Burns’ 251st birthday passed off with considerably less fanfare than his 250th.....more
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February 2010
The Biggest Irish Party in Town During the 2010 Winter Olympics
At the end of January downtown Vancouver is a jaw-dropping hive of activity in preparation for the Winter Olympics......more
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February 2010
Irish Seniors Mark Your Calendars for the St. Patrick’s Luncheon
The Celtic Society of Canada hosted a Christmas luncheon for Irish seniors at the Holiday Inn Express on Hastings Street on December 17.....more
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February 2010
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK ‘What Happens at the Renaissance, Stays at the Renaissance’
The Irish Women’s Network held their 12th annual celebration of Nollaig na mBan (Women’s little Christmas),....more
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February 2010
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug: Discover the Charm of this Traditional Little Pub
Johnnie Fox’s Irish Snug is just what the name implies: a comfortable snug that fits like a shoe.....more
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February 2010
Memories of Whistler in 1967: The first Irish girls at the new resort
My friend Irene and I arrived in Vancouver from Ireland in August 1967. I had two huge suitcases packed with heavy clothes – mostly skirts and a pair of Foxford woollen blankets....more
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February 2010
Teams from Britain and Ireland Participating in the 2010 Winter Olympics
Over 6,000 of the best athletes from around the world will be in Vancouver and Whistler to compete in the 2010 Winter Olympics....more
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February 2010
New Robert Burns Birthplace Museum: A State-of-the-Art Educational Facility
Costing £21 million, the ambitious new Robert Burns Birthplace Museum project is set to become one of the UK’s most prestigious...more
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February 2010
Special events to celebrate 20th anniversary of the Canmore Highland Games
The event that was first presented in 1991 on a shoestring budget has grown into one of the largest of its kind in western Canada.....more
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February 2010
New Director of the Robert Burns Museum Brings Priceless Socks to Vancouver
Robert Burns never set foot in Canada, but a recent visitor to Vancouver gave us the next best thing – he brought with him a pair of the poet’s finely woven socks....more
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February 2010
Vancouver Police Pipe Band to Attend Swiss Tattoo
The Vancouver Police Pipe Band has accepted an invitation to perform in the Basel Tattoo 2010.....more
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February 2010
Surrey Couple Serve Children in War-Torn Uganda
The recent earthquake in Haiti focused the world’s attention on the extreme poverty and appalling living conditions that are a constant feature of life in many Third World countries...more
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February 2010
VIBE: A new place for the Irish community to develop business and personal contacts
The walls of Salt in Blood Alley, Gastown reverberated with the cacophony of chat and laughter from members of VIBE....more
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February 2010
John Morris Re-Elected as President of Vancouver Welsh Society for Another Year
John Morris was re-elected president of the Vancouver Welsh Society at its annual general meeting in December.....more
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February 2010
Welsh Society Celebrates St. Dwynwen’s Day at the Cambrian Hall
The celebration of St. Dwynwen’s Day has gained popularity among the Welsh in recent years. It is officially celebrated on January 25.....more
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December 2009
Doolin’s Overcoming Red Tape and Moving Ahead with Official Irish Pavillion
Doolin’s Irish Pub will be the official Irish pavilion during the 2010 Winter Games .....more
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December 2009
A Priceless Experience: The Celtic Connection Receives a Top Award at Cultural Media Gathering
On November 20-22, I attended the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada (NEPMCC) professional development and training in journalism and business.....more
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December 2009
Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks to Ethnic Press
Prime Minister Stephen Harper highlighted the importance of cultural media in Canadian society at a training seminar....more
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December 2009
In Memory of Fr. Desmond McGoldrick, CSSP 1919-1997
Ordained a Spiritan (Holy Ghost) priest in Ireland in 1944, Father McGoldrick started as a missionary in Kenya.....more
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December 2009
A record-breaking fundraiser for the 2009 Feed the Hungry
The eighth annual Danny Burns Memorial, Feed the Hungry took place on December 6 at The Wolf and Hound on West Broadway......more
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December 2009
Homecoming ends on a high note
Homecoming Scotland, the Scottish Government’s initiative to encourage “affinity” Scots to travel to Scotland......more
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December 2009
BC Regiment Irish Pipes and Drums Heading to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day
The B.C. Regiment Irish Pipes and Drums are going to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day events on the Emerald Isle......more
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December 2009
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK 2009 Woman of the Year Encourages Action for Change
“It’s an honour, but it’s also humbling that people notice what you’re doing and recognize it,”......more
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December 2009
John Furlong: ‘In Canada, we have never staged anything this big in our history’
We’re not counting years anymore....now it’s weeks and days until the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics.......more
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December 2009
McVeigh’s Irish Pub: Toronto’s Oldest Irish Pub
While in Toronto recently, I stopped in to visit Jimmy McVeigh at McVeigh’s Irish Pub, situated on the corner of Church and Richmond Street....more
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December 2009
Former Olympian travels across Canada to carry the flame
On my way through Pearson International Airport in Toronto recently, I stopped for a bite to eat prior to my flight to Vancouver.....more
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December 2009
Celebrating the 90th birthday of a remarkable woman
Rose (Brady) McDonnell was born on November 28, 1919. One of eight children she grew up on a small farm outside Milltown, Co. Cavan, Ireland......more
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December 2009
Welsh Christmas Traditions Have Ancient Origins
Traditional Christmas celebrations in Wales have come to be associated with the reminiscences of Dylan Thomas in A Child’s Christmas in Wales.....more
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November 2009
CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD Travel Diary by Dave Abbott
In a high-tech world of constant change Christmas comes around with regularity. Celebrated by Christian and non-believer alike it is primarily a family occasion.....more
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November 2009
Another Ghost Sighting at Speke Hall? By VICTORIA FARRELL
Speke Hall is a very old mansion located in Speke England, just outside of Liverpool, and it has a reputation for being one of the most haunted houses in England.....more
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November 2009
Destiny Awaits at the Crossroads of Winter
The leaves are brown, the wind is cold, the green of the year has blown away. It is November, the season of Samhain.....more
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November 2009
Dublin Crossing Irish Pub: The Lisdoonvarna of Matchmaking Pubs
As customary each month after distribution of The Celtic Connection, Colleen and I will generally drop into one of our local Celtic establishments....more
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November 2009
Edmonton’s Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce the Driving Force Behind Irish Trade Mission
Her Excellency Mary Coughlan, T.D. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Ireland,....more
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November 2009
A Warm Alberta Welcome in Edmonton for Mary Coughlan
On a recent trip to Edmonton, I was fortunate that my visit coincided with a visit by the Tánaiste, Her Excellency Mary Coughlan, T.D., Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Ireland .....more
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November 2009
Irish Trade delegation Led by Tánaiste Brings Irish Innovation and Technology to Canada
Mary Coughlan had a jam packed itinerary in Edmonton, however The Celtic Connection was granted an interview with her just before the Enterprise Ireland luncheon at the Hotel Macdonald....more
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November 2009
Canada: The Country of Choice for Scots Emigrants Over the Centuries
The term “poop deck” tends to illicit childish giggles from the nautically – challenged, but I managed to stifle all foolishness....more
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November 2009
Exciting Developments Announced at the Irish Heritage Society AGM
The Irish Heritage Society of Canada (IHSC) held their annual general meeting at the Elks Hall in Vancouver on October 7.....more
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November 2009
Irish seniors’ luncheon: An Afternoon of Great Camaraderie
The third Irish seniors’ luncheon was held in the Atrium Room at the Holiday Inn Express on East Hastings Street on October 29......more
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November 2009
IRISH WOMEN’S NETWORK Save the Date! Don’t Miss the 12th annual Nollaig na mBan
This is advance notice that the 12th annual Nollaig na mBan celebration will be held on January 9, 2010 at the Renaissance Hotel Harbourside, Vancouver.....more
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November 2009
Circle of Friends Book Club – Sister Book Clubs Meet in White Rock
Members of the Irish Seattle Book Club made a visit to White Rock on October 24 for a joint meeting with their sister book club “Circle of Friends.”....more
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November 2009
White Rock Irish Club Gives a Warm Welcome to Friends from Seattle
The White Rock Irish Club had a pot luck and musical evening with the Athenry Band and Pride of Erin and Friends on October 24.....more
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November 2009
Symbol of peace ignites the Olympic Spirit
With the above prayer of peace, the presentation of an olive branch and the release of a snow white dove, the journey of the Olympic Flame.....more
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November 2009
Welsh Celebrate 80th Anniversary of Vancouver’s Cambrian Hall
On the weekend of November 6-8, the Vancouver Welsh Society celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Cambrian Hall, which is located at 215 East 17th Avenue in Vancouver.....more
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November 2009
An annual Christmas tradition at Cambrian Hall
The annual Christmas presentation at the Cambrian Hall by members of the Dylan Thomas Circle of Vancouver is always a popular event.....more
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November 2009
Remembering a Welsh farm boy who became a Canadian hero at Vimy Ridge
On November 11, whether by simply wearing a poppy or attending a cenotaph memorial service, Canadians of all ages and ethnic backgrounds will honour the sacrifice of generations ....more
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October 2009
Travel Diary by Dave Abbott Great Scots Going Home
In January this year Scotland raised its glass to their beloved poet Robert Burns born 250 years earlier....more
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October 2009
Grosse Île Stone: Bringing Together Francophone and Irish in Western Canada
COQUITLAM - A stone from the Ancient Order of Hiberninans Celtic cross located on Grosse Île was officially transferred at Place des Arts Coquitlam ....more
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October 2009
Canmore Highland Games: Another Huge Success
CANMORE, Alberta - Canmore Highland Games 2009 a huge success...a crowd of almost 5,000 descended on Canmore on September 6....more
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October 2009
THE CELTIC SCRIBE Callaghan Outlived his Generation of Writers
Morley Callaghan was born in 1903 in Toronto, entering a Catholic family of Irish descent.....more
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October 2009
Five Thousand Kilometres in search of Scots-Canada
In Scotland, if you drive south from Edinburgh to find Perth and north from Perth to look for Lanark, there is only one thing that's certain....more
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October 2009
A Very Warm Welcome in B.C. for Ambassador Declan Kelly
VANCOUVER - It was billed as the social event of the year, and there can be no doubt that the gala reception at the Arbutus Club on October 3 more than lived up to its billing....more
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October 2009
Churchtown Remembers the Illustrious Tierneys
CORK - The small village of Churchtown near Buttevant in Co. Cork will host a special commemoration on October 10...more
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October 2009
IRISH WOMEN'S NETWORK Calling on all Irish Women to Become Agents for Change
Nobel Laureate Mairead Corrigan-Maguire calls on all Irish women to become agents for change in their communities and in Canada....more
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October 2009
IRELAND HONORS JOHN KEANE
By VERY REV. JOHN C. MADIGAN From Co. Limerick, Pastor, Holy Rosary Church, Seattle
SEATTLE - James Boswell is quoted as saying, "The Irish are a very fair people, they never speak well of each other!"...more
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October 2009
Belfast's favourite housewife, zip-treks across the River Lagan for charity
On a sunny Saturday in Belfast, a huge crowd gathered to watch as the one-and-only May McFettridge donned a safety harness and zip-trekked...more
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October 2009
Bringing Vancouver Greetings to the Lord Provost of Edinburgh
VANCOUVER - Long time friends of The Celtic Connection, David Lunny and his wife Maureen Baird, both past presidents of the St. Andrew's and Caledonian Society of the City of Vancouver....more
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October 2009
Knitting: A Dying Craft on the Aran Islands?
Cycling around Inis Mor was really the best mode of transportation during my summer visit to that idyllic island off the west coast of Ireland.....more
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October 2009
SLÀINTE BY THE PIER - Quality Food and Entertainment and Fabulous Pacific Sunsets
White Rock, British Columbia is located minutes from the Canada/U.S. border, just off Highway 99 with easy accessibility to Vancouver,....more
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October 2009
Banshees, Leprechauns and Pishogues: The Three Toms Remember the Old Stories
In this issue, the three Toms - Tom O'Flynn (Limerick), Tom Scanlon (Mayo) and Tom Butler (Mayo) - are still gathered around the O'Flynn hearth....more
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October 2009
Vancouver businessman who helped build the Cambrian Hall
The 10 people whose names are enshrined on the cornerstone of the Cambrian Hall were all Welsh immigrants who prospered during Vancouver's rapid growth in the early part of the Nineteenth Century....more
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September 2009
Dame Mary Peters Remembers the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics
On July 30, Tourism Ireland hosted a special lunch with Dame Mary Peters, gold Olympic medalist for Northern Ireland, at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel....more
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September 2009
Getting Ready to Welcome the World at the Official Irish Pavilion in 2010
There was cause for celebration at Doolin's Irish Pub as they announced that they will host the official Irish pavilion during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics....more
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September 2009
Ireland Olympic Pavilion To be located in downtown Vancouver
An official Ireland Olympic Pavilion will be located in downtown Vancouver throughout the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics....more
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September 2009
Enterprise Ireland Preparing for Trade Mission to Canada
Enterprise Ireland is organizing a Trade Mission to Canada from October 18 to 21, to be led by Tánaiste....more
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September 2009
On the trail of the SFU Pipe Band in Scotland
Scots in Canada are sometimes expected to know things that their upbringing in Scotland did not necessarily cover: all the words to Robert Burns'....more
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September 2009
New School of Canadian Irish Studies at Concordia University, Montreal
Concordia University in Montreal has been steadily building a reputation as a leading institution for studying Ireland and the Irish in Canada....more
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September 2009
A CONNECTION MADE
A generation has passed since Jack Wallace redesigned The Vancouver Sun in the big-city style he'd polished as a San Francisco Chronicle staffer.....more
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September 2009
Irish Tenor Ronan Tynan to be Featured Keynote Speaker
Providence Mount St. Vincent Foundation has announced that Irish Tenor and acclaimed speaker Ronan Tynan will be the featured speaker.....more
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September 2009
Memories of Roof Thatching in Ireland and the Wren Boys on St. Stephen's Day
In last month's issue I wrote about Irish wakes and customs in Kilmeedy, County Limerick, as recalled by Tom O'Flynn.....more
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September 2009
HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009
"Never have so many chiefs been in one room, without swords and shields, gathered in peace".....more
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September 2009
Scottish Country Dancing From John o' Groats to Salt Spring Island
Salt Spring Island lies in the Straight of Georgia, in the lea of Vancouver Island and by virtue of a deviation of the 49th parallel, it remains part of Canada.....more
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September 2009
Maureen Lyon: Keeping Scottish Culture Alive in B.C.
Maureen Lyon was born on the Isle of Lewis and has been living in British Columbia for over 30 years.....more
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September 2009
Simon Fraser University Pipe Band: Six Time World Champions
Another triumph at the 2009 World Pipe Band Championships for the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band......more
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September 2009
My Experience with Island Court on the Aran Islands
Travel is often filled with little surprises. My most recent trip was no exception, especially my month long stay on Inis Mór (Inishmore) island.....more
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September 2009
Goodrick's Wholesale Products: Coming to a Retail Shop Near You
When I was invited recently to visit Sherlock's British Sweets, Groceries and Soccer Shop for some Yorkshire tea,....more
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September 2009
Despite Global Economic Downturn Travel to Ireland from Canada is Up
On July 30, Tourism Ireland hosted a special luncheon with Dame Mary Peters, gold Olympic medalist for Northern Ireland, at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel...more
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September 2009
New Irish Business Organization to be Launched in Vancouver
A group of six Irish and Canadian business people have recently formed a new business organization called VIBE...more
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July-Aug 2009
Discover Stanley Park in a Horse-Drawn Tram
Gerry O'Neil is president of AAA Horse & Carriage, the company that reintroduced horse-drawn carriages to Stanley Park after a hiatus of 30 years...more
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July-Aug 2009
B.C. HIGHLAND GAMES Another Brilliant Day for the Scots in McQuitlam
The B.C. Highland Games are held on the last Saturday in June each year and usually it's scorching hot...more
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July-Aug 2009
The secret to healthy hair in summer
Summer time and the living is easy...but all that sun, sand, and surf can play havoc with your hair....more
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July-Aug 2009
Irish Equestrian Show Jumper Eddie Macken says: 'I'll always be involved with horses'
Irish equestrian show jumper Eddie Macken is a legend in Ireland. As a young boy growing up on a farm....more
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July-Aug 2009
Katherine Quirke: The 2009 Edmonton Rose
Katherine Quirke was recently crowned the Edmonton Rose at a gala event held at the Edmonton Irish Club. She will represent western Canada....more
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July-Aug 2009
Scotland's Original Export: People
It is no coincidence that the first chapter of historian Tom Devine's opus on "Scotland's Empire" is entitled "A Nation of Emigrants."...more
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July-Aug 2009
SLÁINTE - TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH! The Celtic Diseases
July is national Hemochromatosis Screening Awareness Month. If you are of Irish or "Celtic" ancestry you are at greater risk for developing hereditary hemochromatosis ...more
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July-Aug 2009
An Evening with His Excellency Ambassador Declan Kelly
The hottest ticket in town this autumn for the Irish community in British Columbia will be a reception at the Arbutus Club in Vancouver ...more
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July-Aug 2009
Declan Kelly: Irish Ambassador to Canada
His Excellency Declan Kelly the Irish Ambassador to Canada arrived in Ottawa along with his wife Anne in 2006 ...more
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July-Aug 2009
Irish Embassy in Ottawa Celebrates 70th Anniversary
This year is the 70th anniversary of the establishment of an Irish embassy in Ottawa....more
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July-Aug 2009
Kilmurvey House, Inis Mor, Aran Islands, Ireland
Very good luck led me to Kilmurvey House on Inis Mor (Inishmore) island when I booked accommodations online for a May/June trip to Ireland...more
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July-Aug 2009
Tom O'Flynn remembers wakes and customs in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick
In rural Ireland a shebeen/sibin was a house or gathering place where illegal poteen (whiskey) was consumed....more
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July-Aug 2009
National Eisteddfod to be Held in Picturesque Town of Bala
The 2009 National Eisteddfod of Wales, Europe's largest cultural festival, will be held during the first week of August in the North Wales town of Bala....more
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June 2009
Spring watch in Scotland: That was the week that was
It's a sizzling 14 degrees. Spring has come to Edinburgh. Near the top of Arthur's Seat I am jackknifing into the wind ...more
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June 2009
Dublin Crossing Irish Pub: Great Food and Entertainment
Each month after distribution of The Celtic Connection is complete, Colleen and myself will generally drop in to one of our local Celtic establishments ...more
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June 2009
The European Festival: A Great Day for the Whole Family and Their Dog
Every year that I attend the European Festival in Burnaby I marvel at the detail and professionalism that goes into preparations ...more
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June 2009
A Visit to the Martindale Pioneer Cemetery
Since returning to Canada as Ambassador in 2006 (I served as number two in the Embassy between 1985-90), I have been involved in several important events marking the arrival in Canada of Irish ...more
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June 2009
Government of Ireland Contributes to Irish Memorial at Grosse Île, Quebec
The Honourable Jim Prentice, Canada's Environment Minister and minister responsible for Parks Canada, accompanied by His Excellency the Ambassador of Ireland ...more
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June 2009
Irish Graduates Riveted by Atlantic Adventure
The Irish Graduates Association hosted another very successful evening on June 6, at the Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club....more
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June 2009
Tá an Ghaeilge beo in iarthar Ceanada
Thosaigh Scoil Gaeilge Vancouver i Meán Fómhair, 2007 chun an Ghaeilge a chothú in iarthar Ceanada agus chun tacaíocht a thabhairt don tionscadal Séadchomhartha Éireann.....more
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June 2009
CELTIC SOCIETY OF CANADA Irish Seniors Luncheon:
'This is the real heart of Irish culture'
On May 28, the springtime luncheon for Irish-born seniors was held at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel on East Hastings Street in Vancouver....more
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June 2009
The Day of the Rope: In Memory of the Molly Maguires
Make way for the Molly Maguires
They're drinkers, they're liars, but they're men...more
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June 2009
The Tragic History of the Irish Navvies Who Gave Their Lives for the Rideau Canal
LABOURERS ON THE RIDEAU CANAL
In 2007 the Rideau Canal was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was originally built in the event of war with the United States ...more
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June 2009
Rose McKiernan: Recognition Her Work to Help Southern Sudan
Rose McKiernan of Calgary was the winner of the 2008 Celtic Connection Person of The Year Award ...more
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June 2009
Sherlock's: What's In the Pallet? 'The Plot Thickens Dear Watson'
Andy Bradshaw is the owner of Sherlock's British Sweets, Groceries & Soccer shop, a beautiful old heritage building ...more
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June 2009
A SUCCESS STORY After a Lifelong Battle...How I Beat Asthma
I have had asthma all my life, from the age of five years old. Each and every doctor I visited as a child in Dublin all had the same statement to make...more
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June 2009
High Tea and B.C. History in Charming Fort Langley
The Yorkshire Tea Shoppe opened their doors just over a year ago on Glover Road in the downtown area of historic Fort Langley....more
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May 2009
A Double Anniversary in Gastown
A double anniversary celebration will take place at The Blarney Stone in historic Gastown on May 17 over the Victoria Day long week-end....more
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May 2009
Great Food, Music, and Sunshine at our Volunteer Appreciation Barbeque
Anyone involved with a community-based organization knows that at the heart and centre of every successful undertaking is a core of volunteers working behind the scenes....more
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May 2009
CeltFest 2009 Vancouver Island International Summer School and Concert Series
This year marks the ninth CeltFest Vancouver Island on Canada's "other" Celtic coast presented by Celtic Performing Arts....more
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May 2009
THE CELTIC SCRIBE Henry Murray: 'A Complex and Conflicted Man'
Harvard psychologist and writer Henry Murray was a descendant of John Murray, fourth Earl of Dunmore (1732-1809), who was a Scottish Representative Peer ...more
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May 2009
In Defence of Susan Boyle - Even though she shouldn't need one
The Happy Valley Hotel isn't really a hotel. Nor is it in a valley. It is happy though, and the kind of place where everybody knows your name and your tipple...more
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May 2009
IWN: Eilis Courtney: This Year's Irish Woman of the Year
On April 19, the Irish Women's Network (IWN) held their anniversary luncheon and Irish Woman of the Year Award at the Charthouse Restaurant in the historic fishing village of Steveston....more
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May 2009
BC Highland Games: Immerse Yourself in Scottish Charm and Goodwill
This year the annual BC Highland Games will be the best games ever. Organizers are planning to pack in every ounce of fun and entertainment they can squeeze into one day....more
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May 2009
Scottish Minister Visits Vancouver as Part of Scotland Week Celebrations
As part of the week-long Scotland Week celebrations across North America that recognizes Tartan Day on April 6, Michael Russell the Scottish Minister for Culture, External Affairs, and Constitution was in the U.S. and Canada to participate in the festivities....more
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May 2009
The Three Lions: Authentic British Food and Atmosphere
Each month after distribution of The Celtic Connection is complete, Colleen and myself will generally drop in to one of our local Celtic establishments for some lunch and refreshment....more
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May 2009
New Book Claims Dylan Thomas Died of Neglect
"I've had 18 straight whiskies. I think that's the record." These were allegedly the words of poet Dylan Thomas before he collapsed in his room at the Chelsea Hotel....more
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May 2009
William Kelly & Sons: An Irish Success Story
The stories that we like to hear about are the rags to riches tales, the ones where the immigrant arrives in North America near destitute...more
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April 2009
Jimmy McVeigh: An Irish Institution in Toronto for Almost 50 Years
McVeigh's Irish Pub (formerly known as the New Windsor House) has been a landmark on Richmond Street in Toronto for almost 50 years....more
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April 2009
Great Food and Warm Hospitality Await at The Foggy Dew Coquitlam
The Foggy Dew Irish Pub in Coquitlam opened in the Tri Cities Area in 1999 and in February they celebrated their tenth anniversary...more
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April 2009
Neil Taylor of The Foggy Dew Richmond:'I Can't Wait for the Olympics to Start'
As customary after each monthly distribution of The Celtic Connection, Colleen and I will generally celebrate by stopping in at one of the local Celtic establishments....more
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April 2009
A Tale of Three Scotsmen: Gordon Brown, Alistair Darling and George Galloway
When I was in Canada last October, it was widely reported (and mentioned in this column) that a survey by the World Economic Forum found that Canada's banks were the world's most stable with Britain's banks in fortieth place and falling....more
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April 2009
The Great White Father of an Irish-Canadian Baby
On St. Patrick's Day this year, I clutched my shamrock waiting to become the proud father of a Canadian baby. For the first time in my 33 years of existence....more
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April 2009
My Entry as a Contestant: In the 1973 Rose of Tralee Contest
It was the spring of 1973 and the Celtic connections were many on this Catholic women's college campus.....more
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April 2009
Survival of Welsh Language in Doubt
UNESCO, the United Nations cultural and educational arm, has warned that the Welsh language faces extinction by the end of the century unless it is given help to survive...more
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April 2009
Wales Commemorates the 1884 Miners' Strike
Several events are to be held across Wales this year to mark the 25th anniversary of the year-long miner's strike which began in March 1984...more
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April 2009
A Double Celebration at The Wolf and Hound
It was a double celebration at The Wolf and Hound on West Broadway on April 1. Jennifer (Jen) Gallacher,...more
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March 2009
"After 16 years in Canada, I came home to Ireland. Big mistake. A really big mistake..."
There are three types of people who uproot themselves and emigrate to make their lives anew in a country that is not their own by birthright....more
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March 2009
Silent Auction raises $2,566 for The Celtic Connection community newspaper
The Irish Women's Network extends a sincere 'thank you' to those who made donations to its recent silent auction on February 14....more
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March 2009
Thank You to Everyone For Your Support the Sweetheart's Ball Was a Huge Success
Dear Readers: It was an early morning for a team of volunteers who descended on St. Patrick's Hall at Twelfth and Main in Vancouver to decorate for the Sweetheart's Ball....more
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March 2009
Welsh Contingent at Sweetheart's Ball
A large audience of Celtic peoples gathered at St.Patrick's Hall on February 14 for a dinner-dance to acknowledge the enormous positive contribution The Celtic Connection newspaper...more
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March 2009
Celtic Traditions: Not Only a Retail Store but also a Hotbed of Trad Celtic Music
The exterior of the Celtic Traditions shop located at West Tenth Avenue and Alma in Kitsilano is highly recognizable with a beautiful dark green and red trim....more
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March 2009
Clifden, County Galway: The Real Emerald of Ireland
"Connemara is a savage beauty," wrote Oscar Wilde. It is also one of the last unspoilt areas in Ireland and has long been regarded as the real emerald in Ireland....more
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March 2009
Dublin Crossing Pub: Three Unbeatable Combinations are Key to Their Success
Dublin Crossing Irish Pub opened their doors for business three years ago on January 16, and they've been packing them in ever since....more
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March 2009
Archibald Menzies' Journey from Scotland with Captain Vancouver
Scotland's Year of Homecoming has generated an extraordinary degree of interest in the idea of "journeying."....more
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March 2009
New Exchange Scholarship Program Between Ireland and Canada
The Ireland Canada University Foundation has announced a new program of exchange scholarships in the Irish language between Ireland and Canada....more
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March 2009
POETRY
My Wedding Dress
My wedding dress was bomb damaged and cost me ten pounds....more
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March 2009
Make Your Own Irish Soda Bread
Bernie Percy, a long-time member of Vancouver's Irish theatre group Stage Eireann, has agreed to share the secrets of her award-winning Irish soda bread....more
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March 2009
Scots Asked to Join the Campaign to Proclaim Tartan Day in Canada
Dan Taylor, the executive director of the United Council of Scots of Atlantic Canada - a council of representatives of Scottish societies...more
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March 2009
Vancouver Welsh Celebrate St. David's Day
The Vancouver Welsh Society celebrated St. David's Day on February 28 with a dinner at the Cambrian Hall. Musical entertainment was provided by soloist Sharon McIntee-Birrell, accompanied by Ruben Federizon...more
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March 2009
Community Spirit a Strong Feature at The Wilde Rover Irish Pub
The Wilde Rover Irish Pub and Restaurant has been operating for the past three years in beautiful downtown Kirkland, Washington....more
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March 2009
Will Millar: 'Regrets, I have a Few... But Overall, It's Been a Great Party'
After 40 years of touring, Will Millar is calling it a day after he finishes his 2009 farewell tour.....more
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February 2009
TRAVEL DIARY BY DAVE ABBOTT: Escaping a Winter of Discontent
It's been a winter of discontent with depressingly drab dreary skies and a daily litany of economic news with the projected deficits....more
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February 2009
'The Greatest Show On British Wheels'at All British Field Meet
The 24th annual All British Field Meet (ABFM '09) will be held on May 16 at VanDusen Botanical Garden....more
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February 2009
The Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood Pub Continues to Thrive in Revitalized Area
As customary after distribution of each issue of The Celtic Connection, Colleen and I will generally celebrate by stopping in at one of the local Celtic establishments for some lunch and refreshments...more
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February 2009
Burns and Homecoming Light Up Dumfries
Three days before Burns Day, the River Nith at Dumfries bears no resemblance to Burns' description of it....more
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February 2009
Great Talent Gathered in One Room at Irish Seniors Christmas Luncheon
On December 18, the first luncheon for Irish-born seniors was held at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel on East Hastings Street in Vancouver....more
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February 2009
A Very Unusual 50th Anniversary Celebration for Alison and Patrick Reid
Patrick Reid, the former Commissioner General of Expo 86, has led a fascinating and adventurous life....more
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February 2009
New Time and Location for Vancouver's 2009 St. Patrick's Day Parade
The sixth annual St. Patrick's parade and CelticFest is a wonderful time to celebrate your Celtic Heritage.
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February 2009
John Morris Elected Vancouver Welsh Society President
The Vancouver Welsh Society, at its annual general meeting in December, elected John Morris as its new president....more
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