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Dorset in the Arctic: A Norse Connection

Which group may have influenced the Dorset? It was the Norse, of course.


How to do Oral History

Watch now: Dr. Stacey Zembrzycki explains the processes of doing oral history.


Anna, the King, and I

Not only was this Canadian's life story fictionalized for the film The King and I, Anna Leonowens was instrumental in the founding of the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design.


The Chesapeake Piracy

A Union warship’s capture by Confederates who made Canada their base during the American Civil War made for a sticky diplomatic situation.  


Marie–Anne

Book Review: Siggins’ newest book is far from just a sober account of a pioneer life — it bursts with memorable, sometimes humorous, anecdotes.


Disaster Strikes

It’s awful when terrible events occur, but on the flipside, it’s pretty wonderful to know that others are always ready to help. This issue looks at the Great Depression, the Halifax Explosion, emergency response and natural disasters.


Victoria High School Great War Project

In this presentation, Barry Gough discusses the Victoria High School Great War project. 


Controlling Customs

A young, beautiful, and virginal bride and groom paired in eternal troth is the usual stuff of love’s sweet dream. But a wakeful world knows better. Many lovers through history have stubbornly resisted social standards.


Women's History Webinar Series

In this webinar series we heard from educators, historians, and archivists who discussed various topics in women’s history.


Teaching Women’s History in the Classroom

Watch now: in this webinar Rachel discusses her experiences with and approaches to teaching women’s history in the classroom.