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Well played 😆

Above All, a Transcendent Talent for Friendship: Brian Mulroney, 1939-2024 - Policy Magazine Brian Mulroney in his Montreal home/Gray MacDonald

As we mark a year since Brian Mulroney's passing, my piece from @policymag.bsky.social last year on a remarkable man and his life: www.policymagazine.ca/above-all-a-...

Vimy Ridge, one of the many places where Canadians fought and died for their country

My letter in The New York Times in reply to a really silly column suggesting the president-elect is doing Canadians a favour with his talk of annexation:

Very warmest wishes, Geoffrey - your goodwill and intelligence always appreciated !

He may be a bit late tonight

Checking it Twice: Our Policy Holiday Book Recommendations - Policy Magazine Welcome to our book suggestions for both reading and gifting over the festive season from Policy friends and contributors: recent releases, classics, books

Some good thoughts on Christmas book recs from #PolicyMagazine (and my own partway down the list: www.policymagazine.ca/checking-it-...

Stunning.

Wonderful image, Mike !!

Calgary actor Bruce Horak brings CNIB co-founder to life in new Heritage Minute Bruce Horak lost most of his eyesight as an infant and was a client of CNIB. He spent months researching the role of co-founder Edwin Baker.

Excellent piece in the @calgaryherald.bsky.social focusing on Bruce Horak, star of our new @historicacanada.bsky.social #HeritageMinute: calgaryherald.com/news/calgary...

But an elite one !!

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Our new Heritage Minute about a pioneering advocate for the blind includes a special version made for those affected:

Thank you for saying so - and I will make sure those who were most hands-on are aware of your praise, and your family experiences.

YouTube video by Historica Canada NEW Heritage Minute: Edwin A. Baker

Got 60 seconds to spare ? Check out our newest @historicacanada.bsky.social Heritage Minute on Edwin Baker, who through his own experiences vastly improved the lives of blind and partially sighted people in ways still felt today. Feel free to share: www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-vQ...

Ha ! You’re a generous fellow as always, @geoffypjohnston.bsky.social and a good man. Was wondering why I had a sudden jump. Very early days here but great vibe

It will look even better in three days

Noteworthy. A guy who knows his stuff recommending a book from a guy who knows his stuff. Trust me - that doesn’t always happen. This will be good

YouTube video by Historica Canada Heritage Minutes: Jackie Shane

Thanks in turn. Here’s one last one (for now) that’s kinda related: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRUj...

And thanks for your FYI Mike !

YouTube video by Historica Canada Heritage Minutes: Jim Egan

FYI, as the person who now oversees the Minutes, here’s a more recent one I sent Dr Bengry (because of his area of focus: youtu.be/a3e5jC7yZeo

YouTube video by Historica Canada Heritage Minutes: Jim Egan

Dr Bengry: as the person overseeing the Heritage Minutes for the last decade and having noted your area of focus, you might find this one interesting : youtu.be/a3e5jC7yZeo

YouTube video by Historica Canada NEW Heritage Minutes: Mary Riter Hamilton

More than 900, 000 views to date for our newest Heritage Minute. Watch it here: youtu.be/38LEvJ_Zojo