The birth of a city By Greg Scott Long before the clang of steel rails or the deceptive promise of surveyor flags fluttered in the prairie wind, the land that would become Brandon existed in a state of dignified antiquity. Here, on the wide shoulders of the northern plains, Cree, Ojibwe, and Sioux peoples lived…
By Greg Scott May 5, 2025 Canada’s Triumph in the Netherlands, 1945 The final spring of the Second World War broke cold and hungry across the Netherlands. Cities lay hollow, fields lay flooded, and the bellies of Dutch children grumbled with the bitterness of what became known as the “Hunger Winter.” Then came the Canadians…
Barry Gough, the distinguished historian, has embarked on an enthralling voyage of historical exploration with his captivating podcasts, which are available on his website. The inaugural series of these podcasts delves deep into the life and legacy of Richard Blanshard, the inaugural Governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island. Gough’s storytelling prowess and meticulous research…
The Canada History Society (CHS) is dedicated to enhancing public understanding of Canada’s diverse heritage through a series of academically rigorous websites covering Canadian, provincial, social, and national history. These digital platforms, featuring primary sources, peer-reviewed articles, and detailed analyses, bridge the gap between scholarly research and public engagement while preserving both local and national…
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The Battle of the Plains of Abraham, fought outside Quebec on September 13, 1759, was one of the most consequential military encounters in Canadian history. The fighting was brief, but its effects extended far beyond the battlefield. It helped bring about the British conquest of New France, altered the balance of power in North America…
By Canada History Society, August 2025 Click here for Video Series This year, the Canada History Society proudly unveils a sweeping 20-part video documentary series, “From Sea to Sea: British Columbia and the Road to Confederation,” chronicling the dramatic, colorful, and often contested history of British Columbia’s journey from remote outpost to integral part of…
On April 1st, 2026, British Columbia’s literary and historical community paused to recognize a figure whose career has long been woven into the province’s intellectual fabric. Barry Gough—historian, teacher, and author—was named the recipient of the prestigious George Woodcock Lifetime Achievement Award, an honour reserved for those whose contributions to letters have shaped the cultural…
