Category Archives: history

NAFTA: a Canadian Perspective

Posted on March 25, 2018 by cdsmiller17

North American Free Trade Agreement Donald Trump made an election promise to the American people. Actually he made many promises, never thinking that he’d have to keep any of them, because he expected to lose. The particular promise I wish … Continue reading →

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Good Friday?

Posted on March 23, 2018 by cdsmiller17

It’s that time of year again Rebirth of nature. Spring. Easter. Renewal of life. Resurrection. But, in order for new life to begin, an old life must die. That’s nature’s way. Somewhere along the way, the agony of crucifixion was … Continue reading →

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City of Vancouver, Mid-70’s

Posted on March 16, 2018 by cdsmiller17

The railway lines are on the top right of this aerial shot. In fact the first bridge is probably Cambie Street, The Broadway and Columbia bridges are just out of view. Why is this important? Because the SkyTrain, which was … Continue reading →

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1978: a Pivotal Year

Posted on March 5, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Current Events that Influenced My Work 1978 was full of interesting things happening, almost every day of the year. It’s no surprise to me that some of those ‘things’ should creep into my screenplay My Satanic Struggle (MSS). For example, … Continue reading →

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Now and Then: Imperial Theatre, Barrie

Posted on February 27, 2018 by cdsmiller17

This is what it looks like now. The original Imperial Theatre is now the Grand Theatre, three doors down. The way we were…mid-2011. Imperial 8 in 2008. The Grand Theatre, on the inside. Barrie Film Festival is shown here. I … Continue reading →

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Now and Then: Dunsford United Church

Posted on February 26, 2018 by cdsmiller17

October 2006 Date unknown, although not much has changed in my view. The tree seems larger.

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“Maplehurst” 72 High Street, Barrie

Posted on February 25, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Heritage Building Walking Tour No. 7 “Maplehurst was built in 1883 by Nathanial Dyment for his son Simon and daughter-in-law Annie. Although Simon’s endeavour into manufacturing the Barrie Bell automobile ended in his financial ruin, the family owned this residence … Continue reading →

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Now and Then: Windermere, Muskoka

Posted on February 24, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Aerial view in present day 1960s Fife House 1930s

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Now and Then: Windermere House

Posted on February 23, 2018 by cdsmiller17

In summer In winter with my sister Anne in 2010 1950s 1930s postcard

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Now and Then: Scotiabank, Vancouver

Posted on February 22, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Scotiabank Tower Granville & 13th Branch, 1963 Bank of Nova Scotia Main Branch, 1928 (alongside other banks) from Granville Street.

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