Nancy Payne

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I know you're inundated with these today, but @CanadasHistory does terrific work on a shoestring. I've donated, and I hope you'll consider doing likewise. canadahelps.org/en/charities/c…

I'm also inundated with these today, but I've made a donation in support of the outstanding work of my colleagues' work to connect Canadians through a greater understanding of our country's complex, diverse history. I hope you'll consider joining me. canadahelps.org/en/charities/c…

Happy Persons Day! The Famous Five remind us that flawed people can change the world for the better…and do so every day.

The powerful new Indian Residential School Memorial Monument ⁦@CanMusHistory⁩ is a must-see

This lesson encourages students to consider the government’s treatment of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples; learn about Indigenous-led movements; and take action in support of reconciliation. #TeacherTwitter #TruthBeforeReconciliation @nctr_um ow.ly/ZnB150TrOQ0

We have over 30 history book recommendations for you to put on your TBR list! Go check our 2024 Summer Reading List! canadashistory.ca/explore/books/…

Alma Criddle, the youngest daughter of a homesteading family farming east of Brandon, created 132 paper cut-out animals in 1909. According to a biography on the family, "Each paper cow was painted in an exact reproduction of one of the cows of the farm and named accordingly.".

A new collection at @ubclibrary showcases two culturally significant experiences — early Chinese immigration to British Columbia and the Klondike gold rush. Read: canadashistory.ca/explore/museum…

While not everyone will have the opportunity to visit the #RideauHall heart garden in person, your voice matters. Tell us in the comments below what message you would leave in the garden 👇 Let’s walk the path toward reconciliation together.

#OTD 30 years ago, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Joe Carter played the game in a jersey with Toronto misspelled “Torotno” on it. The spelling error was made by the manufacturer. #BlueJays

Jennie Butchart was a talented and energetic woman who transformed an industrial site north of Victoria into the showpiece Butchart Gardens, one of the best-manicured and most popular gardens in the world. Read the full story: ow.ly/gNB350Szbe8

@TheDHTaylor The final scene! 😭

Watched Fancy Dance with Lily Gladstone last night. Really enjoyed it. Was originally worried it was a typical doom and gloom picture about Indigenous life, but it really picked up and had a great ending that didn't, yet did, wrap things up.

Join UTP author Richard White in conversation with Barbara Myrvold and @cmedmoore for the launch of The Beaches: Creation of a Toronto Neighbourhood. 🗓️July 30th, 6:30-7:30 PM 📍Beach United Church Register here: bit.ly/3zsWGb1 #TheBeaches #Toronto @BeachMetroNews

LAST CALL 🔔 We want to hear your community’s story! Applications are being accepted until July 15: ow.ly/qhNj50SelT3

In 2 days! And for the Twitter crowd: I’ll give a raspberry cordial to anyone who shows up for this & says, “Where’s my raspberry cordial?”

Looking forward to another @4thlinetheatre show based on local history! Tonight it’s Onion Skins and Peach Fuzz about the Ontario Farmerettes.

In Newfoundland, Canada Day was never about red-and-white face painting, Pearson’s flag, or bone-rattling rock concerts. It was Memorial Day, focused on morning (and mourning) ceremonies. Read more: ow.ly/gtlA50Pb06t

A big round of applause to all of the students who have created videos for #YoungCitizens! These students have shared their #historyprojects in creative + engaging ways! Check them out here: ow.ly/jXXp50ShrQq #HeritageFairs #HistoricalThinking #CdnHist #Twitterstorians

Join our team at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation! We're looking for THREE passionate individuals to assist with archival access, conducting research within the archives, and more. Learn more and apply here today! buff.ly/3KUedvo #nctr_um