In Canada, the first Monday in August is generally a holiday but it is known by different names in different areas.

The idea of a holiday in the middle of summer in Toronto dates back to 1869. This day was created in 1875 and the first Monday in August became the August Civic Holiday.

Simcoe Day was named after John Graves Simcoe, who was appointed the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada in 1791. He was a British soldier during the American Revolutionary War and was appointed in 1777 to lead the Queen’s Rangers regiment. In 1781 he returned to Britain, where he was later elected to the House of Commons. He came to Canada in 1792 after his appointment. He first established his capital at Newark but, due to the threat of invasion by Americans, moved it to Toronto, which he named York. He convened the first Legislative Assembly as well as abolishing slavery. In Toronto, the day was officially named after him in 1968.

In Burlington, the holiday has been known as Joseph Brant Day since 1980. Joseph Brant was a Mohawk chief who sided with the British during the American Revolutionary War. He was born in 1742 on the banks of the Ohio River while his parents were on a hunting excursion. Brant’s sister, Molly, married Sir William Johnson, the Superintendent of the northern Indians of America.

Among others, Brant was selected to be educated at Moor’s Charity School for Indians in Connecticut. He learned to speak and write English and studied history and literature. During the French and Indian Wars he served under Sir William and later helped him to run the Indian Department. He also helped to translate the Prayer Book, the Gospel of St Mark and the Acts of the Apostles into the Mohawk language.

During the American Revolutionary War, Brant, fearing that the Indians would be worse off if America were to achieve independence, persuaded the Mohawks, Onondagas, Cayugas and Senecas to support Britain. Brant received a Captain’s commission in the British Army and traveled to Britain.

In 1982 the City of Brantford declared that the holiday be called “Founders’ Day”. A different organisation is honoured on that day every year.

Since 1983 the day has been named “McLaughlin Day” in Oshawa. Colonel R. S. McLaughlin (1871 - 1972) brought General Motors to Oshawa.

In 1996 the City of Ottawa decided to honour John By (1779-1836) by calling the day Colonel John By Day. By was a British Lieutenant-Colonel in the Royal Engineers who supervised the building of the Rideau Canal. Ottawa was originally called Bytown after him.

Since 1998 Sarnia City Council has celebrated Alexander Mackenzie Day. Alexander Mackenzie was the second Canadian Prime Minister from 1873 to 1878.

Cobourg proclaimed the holiday as James Cockburn Day” in 1999. James Cockburn was a father of Confederation and represented the riding of Northumberland West in the Legislative Assembly of Canada, 1861-67.

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The price has been adjusted!!!  This Fenwick home is now priced at $209,000.00!

This Fenwick home is priced at $219,500.00!

This great Fenwick located bungalow, which sits on a 174×275 lot, features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and also includes a large backyard with a pond. Vaulted ceilings adorn the main floor family room, living room, kitchen and master bedroom. There is a big stone natural fireplace in the living room. There is an extra room that could be used as a third bedroom or office located in the basement. The home also includes a wooden deck, central air, double detached garage with asphalt driveway. 2008 Property Taxes are approximately $,3,453.00 You can enjoy the outdoors right on your own property as it is nicely treed and has geese, ducks and birds that wander the area.

For further information, please contact Timothy via email or call him at 1-800-467-8498.

For pictures of this home and other homes I have listed, please visit St. Catharines Real Estate listings page or the listings section of the blog.

For Fenwick/Pelham attractions, please visit:

Short Hills Park
Pelham Art Festival
Fenwick Lions Carnival

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UPDATE: The St. Catharines home has been SOLD!

This St. Catharines home is priced at $186,900.00!

Location and Privacy! Set in a quiet northend circle, this 3-bedroom brick bungalow, 2-bathroom home backs onto a creek. Many updates such as a newer roof in 2004, a high efficiency furnace in 2005, central air in 2003, some rooms just recently repainted and the front of the house has been landscaped as well; all features that enhance this northend home. Appliances – fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer – are included. Enjoy the gas fireplace in the recreation room downstairs and more finished space with a 4th bedroom and the second bath (2 piece). Hardwood floors also grace this home. Don’t miss out on this great value. Property Tax for 2009 were $2,800.00.

For further information, please contact Timothy via email or call him at 1-800-467-8498.

For pictures of this home and other homes I have listed, please visit St. Catharines Real Estate listings page or the listings section of the blog.

For St. Catharine’s attractions, please visit:

Tour St. Catharines

St. Catharines Website

St. Catharines on WorldWeb

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UPDATE: The St. Catharines home has been SOLD!

UPDATE: The price has been adjusted to $179,900!

Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings.

This St. Catharines home is priced at $184,900.00!

Settle into a great location with schools close by and into a home with lots of room for the family! This brick bungalow home has 3 bedrooms on the main floor plus one bedroom downstairs and 2 full baths. Hardwood and ceramic floors are throughout the house with laminate floors in the fully finished basement. The basement includes a 4th bedroom or office, full bath and irregularly shaped recreation room. There is a built-in dishwasher in the kitchen. Roof shingles were done in 2008, along with plenty of other updates. An attached carport and fenced private side yard was just done in 2009 with a beautiful ‘just built’ tool shed. This is a great home for anyone, families, retirees, or first time home buyers who desire a great neighborhood! Property taxes in 2008 for this home were $2,534.

For further information on this home, please contact Timothy 800-467-8498 or email him.

For more picture of this or other homes, please go to the listings page of St. Catharines Real Estate or the blog listings section.

For St. Catharines attractions, you can visit:

Tour St. Catharines
St. Catharines on WorldWeb
St. Catharines Website

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Hey Bloggers,

Many things happening in the Niagara Region. Here is the latest NEDC Newsletter. Enjoy!

nedc_enews_june09.pdf

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Timothy Salisbury
Broker
The Salisbury Team
Royal LePage Niagara Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage
Toll Free - 1-800-467-8498
Office - 905-937-6000
View My Website and my Blog at www.timothysalisbury.com
P.S. The best compliment we can ever receive, is when you tell others about us.

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The price has been adjusted!!!  This St. Catharines home is now priced at $111,000.00!

This St. Catharines home is priced at $121,000.00!

Looking for easy living? Try this two storey condo townhouse! Condo fees of only $200/month cover all outdoor maintenance, building insurance, cable tv, water, parking and common elements. This home has a large open concept kitchen, dining and living room and 3 bedrooms upstairs.  Patio doors from this open space lead out to a patio in a fully fenced backyard. The full unfinished basement lets you realize your dreams for extra space. Shingles and windows have been updated.  Property taxes for 2008 were $1671.39.

For further information on this home, you can go here or please contact Timothy 800-467-8498 or email him.

For more picture of this or other homes, please go to the listings page of St. Catharines Real Estate or the blog listings section.

For St. Catharines attractions, you can visit:

Tour St. Catharines
St. Catharines on WorldWeb
St. Catharines Website

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Quote of the Week
Action is the foundational key to all success.
Pablo Picasso

Have a great week!

Paul Croteau, AMP
Mortgage Specialist
BMO Bank of Montreal
31 King Street
St. Catharines, ON
ph: (905) 321-3230
fx: (905) 641-7854
Paul.Croteau@bmo.com

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