Every so often, a clock turns up that makes you stop and think, “Well, that’s something you don’t see every day.” That was certainly the case when WT of Peterborough, Ontario, sent me pictures of a…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
Canadian singer and songwriter Gordon Lightfoot wrote “Early Morning Rain” in 1964. It was released by Peter, Paul, and Mary in 1965. Lightfoot released it in 1966. When I ushered at the concert hall on the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis in the 1970s, Lightfoot performed a number of times. Join The Bee Writes … More September Songs – Gordon Lightfoot| The New 3 Rs: Retire, Recharge, Reconnect
Proudly based in Queensville, Ontario, Holburne Mushroom Farm is a local, family-run business that's one of Canada’s top producers of organic oyster and shiitake mushrooms. The post Caps Off to Local: Holburne Mushroom Farm appeared first on Farm Boy.| Farm Boy
One clock that’s high on my wish list is the Arthur Pequegnat Regulator No. 1. It’s a single-weight, 8-day, time-only wall clock, and it’s a rare one. Every so often I’ll see one for sale, but the …| Antique and Vintage Clocks
If you're craving something sweet, rich, and satisfying, look no further than Nanaimo Bars! These decadent bars come with three irresistible layers—starting with a crunchy graham cracker crumb base, followed by a creamy custard filling, and topped with a smooth semi-sweet chocolate layer. Plus, they’re no-bake, making them a perfect treat to whip up any time you need a sweet fix without turning on the oven. Whether you're hosting a gathering or indulging at home, Nanaimo Bars are a must-try!| Dishes & Dust Bunnies
If you’re a fan of the iconic Halifax donair, these Donair Oven Subs will hit the spot! Tender donair meat, fresh chopped onions, tomatoes, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and the signature sweet donair sauce all come together inside a warm, lightly toasted sub roll. It’s the ultimate comfort food, baked to perfection and drizzled with even more donair sauce once it’s out of the oven. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!| Dishes & Dust Bunnies
In this Vendor Spotlight, we're showcasing a local Toronto business that's shaking up the world of prepared salads. With a focus on local ingredients and inventive recipes, arte* creates convenient, restaurant-worthy salad kits that are unbelievably fresh—and absolutely delicious! The post The Art of Salad with arte* appeared first on Farm Boy.| Farm Boy
All Dressed Chips are a favourite in Canada... and now you can enjoy that flavour in ketchup form! All Dressed Ketchup is easy to make, too!| Celebration Generation
Mention of the Blackforest Clock Company immediately brings to mind the Black Forest region in Germany. However, Blackforest was actually a Canadian clock company founded in 1928 in Toronto, Ontario, by Austrian immigrants Leopold and Sara Stossel. The company initially imported both clock movements and complete clocks from Germany, marketing them through department stores and … More A Simple Mantel Clock Made by the Blackforest Clock Company| Antique and Vintage Clocks
This post has nothing to do with clock collecting or repair, but why not take a moment to celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday? On June 20, 1868, a proclamation signed by the Governor General, Lord Monck, called upon all Her Majesty’s loving subjects throughout Canada to join in celebrating the anniversary of the formation of the … More Our National Day of Canada of celebration is July 1st| Antique and Vintage Clocks
There are four general categories of clocks: quartz, electro-mechanical, electric, and mechanical. Mechanical clocks—whether antique or vintage—are the focus of this discussion on why a clock might run slowly. We’ve become accustomed to the accuracy of quartz clocks, which lose or gain only milliseconds per week. Contrast that with an era when people were content … More Common Reasons Your Clock Is Running Slow| Antique and Vintage Clocks
In an era when Canadian furniture manufacturers were struggling to compete with international imports, one company stood out not just for its elegant craftsmanship but for the remarkable story behi…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
Financial Independence Retire Early in Canada interview series. Some great insights from a 36-year-old early retiree.| Tawcan
Discover more about Canadian beef, including common cuts, recipes, products, and more, with help from Canada Beef!| Farm Boy
Next up in our Vendor Spotlight series, we have Dutchman's Gold! Based out of Carlisle, Ontario, this family business has been supplying Canadians with exceptional honey since 1981.| Farm Boy
The Unicorn Challenge. A magical new weekly writing opportunity from her – Jenne Gray – and me.Visit her blog every Friday to see the photo prompt, and post your amazing story in her comments section.Or on your own blog, and … Continue reading →| Sound Bite Fiction
Something very strange happened this week. The Chicago Sun-Times issued a public apology after an embarrassing AI-generated fiasco. In its Sunday edition, the paper published a summer reading list featuring 15 books, complete with titles,| DownshiftingPRO
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Confetti Squares recipe is a tasty variation on a Canadian classic. Super tasty, & takes only 5 minutes of work! Today’s recipe is one of those times where I have a fantastic idea, get it all hashed out... and find out that it already exists. Whoops. Anyway, if you’ve seen my... Read More The post Chocolate Peanut Butter Confetti Squares appeared first on Beyond Flour.| Beyond Flour
Learn how Crown Royal became synonymous with Canadian whisky—and why it’s gaining fresh global relevance amid U.S. whiskey trade challenges.| The Whiskey Wash
Financial Independence Interview Series # 4 - How cash flow is the oxygen of financial independence. Great insights from a fellow reader that has reached FI already.| Tawcan
Learn about Harry and Heels, the Toronto-based donut shop specializing in California-style donuts. Now available in select Farm Boy stores!| Farm Boy
Here are 5 easy ramp recipes that are great for cooks looking to explore foraged foods. 27 Ramp Recipes to Get You Excited about Spring is a post from: Bacon is Magic| Bacon is Magic – The Best Food Around the World
For clock collectors, presentation is just as important as the clocks themselves. A well-arranged collection not only enhances a space but also invites conversation and appreciation. While some col…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
While working on my Pequegnat Bedford mantel clock recently, I made an unexpected discovery about the dial and bezel. I had always assumed the six-inch dial was original to the clock, believing it …| Antique and Vintage Clocks
Experience Whistler’s most stunning winter views with a guided snowmobile or snowshoe tour through the backcountry.| Canadian Wilderness Adventures
Explore Whistler this January with Canadian Wilderness Adventures. Try snowmobiling, dog sledding, or snowshoeing for a winter to remember.| Canadian Wilderness Adventures
In Part I of this series, I shared my approach to restoring a clock dial through a process called inpainting. Inpainting is but one solution to the problem of a ruined dial. To restore a clock dial…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
Hershey Felder Plays Melancholy Maestro, Passionate Piano by Barry David Horwitz After the Russian Revolution of 1917, Sergei Rachmaninoff fled Russia, abandoned his aristocratic life, and moved to New York. The popular pianist-composer arrives in the U.S. with nothing. Hershey Felder plays the exiled Rachmaninoff with verve and passion, calling up vivid memories of Russia, bringing brilliant acting and musical genius to the role. As Rachmaninoff, at his lavish Beverley Hills estate in 1943, ...| theatrius.com
As I continue to build my Pequegnat clock collection, I always seize a good deal when I find one, and the Jewel was too good to pass up. You might be wondering, what exactly is a Pequegnat clock an…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
The last few years have been tough for everyone. We have had lockdowns, travel bans, and not been able to see friends and family. Many people have struggled financially, not least the owners of small local businesses. Small businesses are often the backbones of local communities and economies, and they have felt the impact of […]| Alternatively Speaking
Financial independence retire early Canada series. A story about reaching financially independent at age 32.| Tawcan
Martin Cheney is not typically the first name that comes to mind when considering the impact of clockmakers on Canadian horology. Martin Cheney, born in 1778, was part of a prominent American clock…| Antique and Vintage Clocks
Updated for 2024: Montreal, it never gets old: eating smoke meat sandwiches on The Main, shopping on St. Catherine's Street or people-watching as you sip a Molson's beer on a warm summer night in downtown| DownshiftingPRO
What makes a great Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)? What are the Top Canadian Dividend ETFs to own? Read on for income and growth.| My Own Advisor
Financial independence retire early Canada interview series. Why I decided to keep working despite reaching financial independence at 38.| Tawcan
I’ve been getting into affordable eyeshadow palettes this year so when I saw the Elf Rose Gold Sunset palette while browsing and doing a little online shopping on Orabel Inc I knew I had to p…| Lipstick on the Lake
The best part of a new palette is starting to imagine all of the possibilities that lie within it. I purchased the Violet Voss Sugar Crystals Palette this past August and I’ve been playing wi…| Lipstick on the Lake
It’s that time of the year again, the annual Sephora VIB sale for the fall season has nearly come and gone. I initially wasn’t planning on picking up much but this sale always falls aro…| Lipstick on the Lake
One of my favourite ways to pamper myself is to put on a face mask. There is just something so relaxing about putting on a face mask and reading a book, watching a movie or just surfing the web. Wh…| Lipstick on the Lake
It seems like overnight the fall weather is upon us so I have naturally found myself falling back into seasonal makeup patterns. When the weather gets chillier I find myself not only wearing makeup…| Lipstick on the Lake
The air has gotten noticeably chillier so it must be time to share my favourites from the month of August! It was another hot month so my favourites are quite short and sweet as I didn’t play…| Lipstick on the Lake
It’s been awhile since I’ve done a collective haul post so I thought I’d share with you all the products I purchased during the month of August since the month is nearly over. Whe…| Lipstick on the Lake
It’s safe to say that this has been the spring and summer of Makeup Revolution for me. I’ve become hooked on their inexpensive, yet quality eye shadow palettes. Their thing is definitel…| Lipstick on the Lake
While the air has gotten a little cooler in the mornings and at night, I am still holding onto summer with both hands. I do enjoy fall but I am not a big fan of winter, especially here in Northern …| Lipstick on the Lake
This May marks a very special month for people in Atlantic Canada. Not only will the first signs of spring appear in the area (finally), but a new conference will be popping up as well. WordCamp Ha…| English (Canada)
June 2020 Update – 2020 Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Dear friends, I wanted to take this opportunity to provide you with an update regarding the preparations for this year’s Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial ceremony, particularly given the ongoing concerns about the health and safety of participants in light of the current […]| Canadian Police & Peace Officers' Memorial Blog
Miscellany The Friends of the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s first complaint regarding Fairview, in the summer of 1996, drew this response from Ken McVay BC Gov’t has no authority to regulate the ‘Net, a response from the Electronic Frontier Canada. (July 25, 1996) BC Tel statement regarding Fairview (April 6, 1998) Nameservice (Internet Service Providers often provide nameservice […]| Nizkor