Toronto & Niagara Colourguide
Toronto & Niagara Colourguide

Author: Mark Grzeskowiak

Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Published: 2008-04-16

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 0887807607

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This fully updated edition of the Toronto & Niagara Colourguide is written entirely by knowledgeable local contributors and illustrated with more than 400 full-colour photographs. The guide explores Toronto's vibrant culture, cuisine, nightlife and shopping and provides an insider's view of the city's annual events, neighbourhoods, theatre and sports. The expanding Niagara region, a wine, food and cultural destination, is extensively covered. Like other Colourguides, this volume emphasizes cultural and heritage attractions including the recently-expanded Royal Ontario Museum and the revamped and greatly enhanced Art Gallery of Ontario. The listings section gives complete details and contact information about every attraction discussed.

The Canadian Rockies Colourguide
The Canadian Rockies Colourguide

Author: Terry Inigo-Jones

Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Published: 2010-04-14

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 0887808972

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Canada's majestic Rocky Mountains are the country's playground and a traveler's wonderland. 'The Canadian Rockies Colourguide' provides comprehensive, up-to-date information on the top destinations in the region including Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Edmonton. Local experts highlight the best in regional cuisine, shopping, hiking, skiing and tours; they also describe Western Canada's best galleries, museums, theaters and events, creating a guide that perfectly suits those who seek a balance of outdoor pursuits and cultural activities. Also included are listings and details on skiing, snowboarding and mountain climbing facilities in the Rockies and the many attractions of Jasper and Banff.

Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler Colourguide
Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler Colourguide

Author: Gail Buente

Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Published: 2009-10-16

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 0887808336

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The 2010 Winter Olympics are giving Vancouver and Whistler great new and exciting facilities, venues and attractions. Local authors highlight the new transportation, museums and galleries, as well as what is best and new in shopping, dining and entertainment. Knowledgeable contributors explore Vancouver's distinctive neighborhoods including the downtown, Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island, Kitsilano, the North Shore, Commercial Drive, and the up-and-coming Yaletown area. This edition features the world-renowned Canadian resort municipality of Whistler, cohost of the 2010 Winter Olympics and the site for most of the alpine, Nordic and sliding events. The edition also provides updated information on the major tourist destinations of Victoria, the Gulf Islands, and the Sunshine Coast. An up-to-date listing section gives essential contact information for the best in nightlife, theater, museums, attractions, recommended dining, as well as accommodation and tips on how to get around. New full-color photography complements the text.

Prince Edward Island Colourguide
Prince Edward Island Colourguide

Author: Jocelyne Lloyd

Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Published: 2009-03-13

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 0887808662

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Completely revised and updated guide to this popular Maritime province.

Montreal & Quebec City
Montreal & Quebec City

Author: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 0887804748

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Montreal and Quebec City are the most alluring and distinctive cities in Canada. Montreal offers cultural and artistic diversity; Quebec City is the bastion and cradle of French civilization in North America. This guide will help you discover what's special about both cities. Local writers offer their inside knowledge of all the best places. There are chapters on top attractions, dining, shopping, nightlife, heritage and architecture, museums and even fortifications, all extensively illustrated with colour photos. There are also chapters which take you to the most interesting areas to visit: Montreal's Ste-Catherine and Sherbrooke Streets, the lively St Laurent-St Denis area, Old Montreal and the Old Port. In Quebec, chapters take you around the Upper and Lower Towns. Excursions chapters highlight day trips you can take using Montreal or Quebec City as your starting point. Extensive listings cover accommodation, dining, travel essentials, shopping, and more, both cities. With hundreds of colour photographs and many maps, this guide is both a keepsake and an indispensable companion on your stay in these appealing cities.

Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day

Author: Natasha L. Henry-Dixon

Publisher: Dundurn

Published: 2010-07-12

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 1770705473

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When the passage of the Abolition of Slavery Act, effective August 1, 1834, ushered in the end of slavery throughout the British Empire, people of the African descent celebrated their newfound freedom. Now African-American fugitive slaves, free black immigrants, and the few remaining enslaved Africans could live unfettered live in Canada – a reality worthy of celebration. This new, well-researched book provides insight into the creation, development, and evolution of a distinct African-Canadian tradition through descriptive historical accounts and appealing images. The social, cultural, political, and educational practices of Emanipation Day festivities across Canada are explored, with emphasis on Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and British Columbia. "Emancipation is not only a word in the dictionary, but an action to liberate one’s destiny. This outstanding book is superb in the interpretation of "the power of freedom" in one’s heart and mind – moving from 1834 to present." – Dr. Henry Bishop, Black Cultural Centre, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia