Canadian History Ehx
695 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsFollow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
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Penny Sized History: The Wreck Of the Empress of Ireland
September 02, 2019 15:07 - 7 minutes - 8.75 MBWhen the Empress of Ireland sunk beneath the waves of the St. Lawrence River in 1914, the disaster killed nearly as many people as the Titanic. Not as well-known, but just as tragic, “Canada’s Titanic” shook lives and the country to its core. Today in Penny Sized History, I take a quick look at the ship, the disaster and the people it impacted. E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: @craigbaird My website with hundreds of history articles: http://canadaehx.blogspot.ca Support the ...
The Wreck Of the Empress of Ireland
September 02, 2019 15:07 - 8 minutesWhen the Empress of Ireland sunk beneath the waves of the St. Lawrence River in 1914, the disaster killed nearly as many people as the Titanic. Not as well-known, but just as tragic, “Canada’s Titanic” shook lives and the country to its core. Today in Penny Sized History, I take a quick look at the ship, the disaster and the people it impacted. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigb...
The Empress of Ireland
September 02, 2019 15:07 - 38 minutesWhen the Empress of Ireland sunk beneath the waves of the St. Lawrence River in 1914, the disaster killed nearly as many people as the Titanic. Not as well-known, but just as tragic, “Canada’s Titanic” shook lives and the country to its core. Today in Penny Sized History, I take a quick look at the ship, the disaster and the people it impacted. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/cra...
Small Town Hockey Heroes: Don McLeod
August 30, 2019 15:42 - 5 minutes - 6.76 MBHe was a goalie who could defeat Bobby Orr in the Memorial Cup, but he only played 18 games in the NHL for two teams. Nonetheless, Don McLeod would go on to become one of the greatest goalies in the history of the rival WHA. Today, we learn his story. E-mail me at [email protected] Find me on Twitter at @craigbaird Find 100s of Canadian history articles of mine at http://canadaehx.blogspot.ca Support the podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bairdo
Don McLeod
August 30, 2019 15:42 - 7 minutesHe was a goalie who could defeat Bobby Orr in the Memorial Cup, but he only played 18 games in the NHL for two teams. Nonetheless, Don McLeod would go on to become one of the greatest goalies in the history of the rival WHA. Today, we learn his story. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigbairdInstagram: @Bairdo37YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choi...
Penny Sized History: How The Provinces Were Named
August 26, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.45 MBFrom British Columbia to Newfoundland and Labrador each province and territory has a unique story to tell with its name. In this episode of Penny Sized History, I look at the origin of each name. If you enjoy the episode, please give it a like and review. E-mail me at: [email protected] Twitter: @craigbaird Find hundreds of history articles on my website http://canadaehx.blogspot.com Support the podcast at: www.patreon.com/bairdo
How The Provinces Were Named
August 26, 2019 10:00 - 7 minutesFrom British Columbia to Newfoundland and Labrador each province and territory has a unique story to tell with its name. In this episode of Penny Sized History, I look at the origin of each name. If you enjoy the episode, please give it a like and review. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryeh...
Hal Winkler
August 23, 2019 10:00 - 7 minutesIf he was born a few years earlier, or a few years later, Hal Winkler would probably be in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, his career lasted only two seasons in the NHL before he was in the minors for good. Yet, he holds a regular season record that still stands to this day. Today, we look at the legendary Hal Winkler and his almost Hall Of Fame career. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twi...
Small Town Hockey Heroes: Hal Winkler
August 23, 2019 10:00 - 6 minutes - 8.27 MBIf he was born a few years earlier, or a few years later, Hal Winkler would probably be in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, his career lasted only two seasons in the NHL before he was in the minors for good. Yet, he holds a regular season record that still stands to this day. Today, we look at the legendary Hal Winkler and his almost Hall Of Fame career. E-mail me at [email protected] Twitter: @craigbaird Enjoy hundreds of articles on history at http://canadaehx.blogspot.ca ...
The North West Company
August 21, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutesFor her entire adult life, Madeleine Parent fought for workers right in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada. For her efforts, she was jailed, put on trial and vilified in the press. She never gave up, and changed Canada forever. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhist...
Four Decades of Fur Trading: The North West Company
August 21, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 32.4 MBFrom 1784 to 1821, the North West Company would employ several legendary explorers, found many forts that became prominent Canadian communities, and start a war with the Hudson's Bay Company. In this look at Canadian history, I am going to dive into the history of this organization and how it shaped Canadian history over the years. E-mail me at [email protected] Find me on Twitter at @craigbaird Support the podcast at www.patreon.com/bairdo
Israel Umbach And The Stony Plain Chained Train
August 19, 2019 11:00 - 5 minutesIn 1907, the CNR wasn't paying its taxes and Stony Plain sheriff Israel Umbach had enough. With a chain and a padlock, he would ensure the company paid its taxes to the town. In this episode of Penny Sized History, I am looking at the tale of the chained train in Stony PlainSupport: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigbairdInstagram: @Bairdo37YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn m...
Penny Sized History: Israel Umbach And The Stony Plain Chained Train
August 19, 2019 11:00 - 3 minutes - 5.11 MBIn 1907, the CNR wasn't paying its taxes and Stony Plain sheriff Israel Umbach had enough. With a chain and a padlock, he would ensure the company paid its taxes to the town. In this episode of Penny Sized History, I am looking at the tale of the chained train in Stony Plain E-mail me at [email protected] Find me on Twitter at @craigbaird Support the podcast at www.patreon.com/bairdo
Small Town Hockey Heroes: Jack Leswick
August 16, 2019 11:00 - 5 minutes - 7.09 MBJack Leswick was one of three brothers from Humboldt to make the NHL. He was a star of various leagues before making the jump to the Chicago Black Hawks, winning the Stanley Cup in his first and only season. Sadly, tragedy would strike and the world would never see just how good Jack Leswick could be. E-mail me at [email protected] Find me on Twitter at @craigbaird Support the podcast at www.patreon.com/bairdo Find hundreds of articles on Canadian history at http://canadaehx.blo...
Jack Leswick
August 16, 2019 11:00 - 6 minutesJack Leswick was one of three brothers from Humboldt to make the NHL. He was a star of various leagues before making the jump to the Chicago Black Hawks, winning the Stanley Cup in his first and only season. Sadly, tragedy would strike and the world would never see just how good Jack Leswick could be. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigbairdInstagram: @Bairdo37YouTube: youtube.com/...
Did Henry Sinclair Land In Canada In 1398?
August 12, 2019 17:06 - 6 minutesThree centuries after the Vikings and a century before Cabot, did a man by the name of Henry Sinclair land in Nova Scotia? The evidence is sketchy but the story is interesting, so let's take a look at Henry Sinclair and his apparent voyage across the ocean blue to Nova Scotia in 1398. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigbairdInstagram: @Bairdo37YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx
The Mythical Voyage of Henry Sinclair
August 12, 2019 17:06 - 8 minutesThree centuries after the Vikings and a century before Cabot, did a man by the name of Henry Sinclair land in Nova Scotia? The evidence is sketchy but the story is interesting, so let's take a look at Henry Sinclair and his apparent voyage across the ocean blue to Nova Scotia in 1398. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canad...
Small Town Hockey Heroes: Ron Boehm
August 11, 2019 19:56 - 4 minutesIn my first episode in the Small Town Hockey Heroes, I am looking at Ron Boehm. Born in Allan, Saskatchewan, Ron Boehm would play hockey throughout Canadian Prairies, win a Rookie of the Year award in the WHL and play in the Memorial Cup. He would play 16 games for the Oakland Seals of the NHL, giving him a brief glimpse of the pros. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craigbairdInstagra...
The Epic B.C. Earthquake of 1700 AD
August 05, 2019 17:06 - 6 minutesIt was an earthquake that shook 1,000 kilometres of land, registered 9 on the Richter Scale and sent a 10-foot-high tsunami towards Japan on Jan. 26, 1700. Today, I am looking at the giant earthquake that rocked British Columbia in the evening of that day, reshaping the land and cementing itself in stories of the Indigenous people who live there. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.com/craig...
The Cascadia Earthquake
August 05, 2019 17:06 - 10 minutesIt was an earthquake that shook 1,000 kilometres of land, registered 9 on the Richter Scale and sent a 10-foot-high tsunami towards Japan on Jan. 26, 1700. Today, I am looking at the giant earthquake that rocked British Columbia in the evening of that day, reshaping the land and cementing itself in stories of the Indigenous people who live there. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: crai...
Who Was Bill Barilko?
July 17, 2019 22:07 - 6 minutesEvery Canadian knows the song about him, and the myth surrounding him, but who was Bill Barilko? Where did the man who scored the winning goal for Toronto in the Stanley Cup Final grow up, how did he die and how did they search for him when he went missing? Today, I dive into the history behind the man who became a legend thanks to a Tragically Hip song. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxDonate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigUDonate: canadaehx.comE-mail: [email protected]: twitter.co...
The Mystery of Bill Barilko
July 17, 2019 22:07 - 15 minutesEvery Canadian knows the song about him, and the myth surrounding him, but who was Bill Barilko? Where did the man who scored the winning goal for Toronto in the Stanley Cup Final grow up, how did he die and how did they search for him when he went missing? Today, I dive into the history behind the man who became a legend thanks to a Tragically Hip song. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-ma...
Penny Sized History: The Champlain Sea
July 10, 2019 02:09 - 3 minutes - 4.07 MBFor a brief period of time, about 3,000 years, there was an entire sea in the confines of Canada, and the United States. In my new short-form history dives called Penny Sized History, I look at the history of the Champlain Sea. You can reach me with suggestions and questions at [email protected] or follow me on Twitter at @craigbaird
The Champlain Sea
July 10, 2019 02:09 - 11 minutesFor a brief period of time, about 3,000 years, there was an entire sea in the confines of Canada, and the United States. In my new short-form history dives called Penny Sized History, I look at the history of the Champlain Sea. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cd...
Canada's Own Prohibition Era
June 07, 2019 20:39 - 17 minutesWhile the American Prohibition Era gets much more attention, Canada had various levels of prohibition before the United States did, from the municipal all the way to the federal level. In this week's podcast, I am looking at how Canada implemented prohibition, the impact it caused and the local stories that came about from it. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: ...
The Fate Of Henry Hudson
May 27, 2019 21:10 - 13 minutesHe was one of the greatest explorers of the New World, with several geographical locations named for him. Unfortunately, he, along with seven of his crew and his son, were left for dead on a boat in Hudson Bay after his crew mutinied against him. What happened after his ship, The Discovery, lost sight of him? Was he murdered? Did he become part of an Indigenous tribe? Was he held captive? In this episode, I take a look at the possible fates of Henry Hudson. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merc...
School's Out For Gopher Day In Saskatchewan
May 20, 2019 18:22 - 8 minutesOn May 1, 1917, thousands of children from hundreds of school were given the day off. Why? To kill 500,000 gophers in a governmental effort to rid the province of the animal. Did it do more harm than good? What was the experience of gopher day like for children, organizers and others? Today, we delve into this unique Saskatchewan holiday from year's past. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twit...
The Lost NWMP Patrol of 1911
April 09, 2019 19:57 - 19 minutesOn Dec. 21, 1911, four men set out on a journey from Fort McPherson to Dawson City. None of the men, nor their dogs, would ever make the destination. Today, we look at one of the biggest tragedies in the history of the NWMP-RCMP, the lost patrol of 1911. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx...
The First Hockey Dynasty: The Ottawa Senators
March 06, 2019 03:16 - 18 minutesBeginning in 1900 and running for almost 30 years, the Ottawa Senators enjoyed a dominance in hockey matched by few teams. 11 Stanley Cups, 36 Hall of Famers, a legendary team that was lost to history. Join me as we dive into the history of this great team!
The Most To Ghost: Dummer - The Community That Once Was
December 11, 2018 22:43 - 16 minutesLocated an hour south of Regina, Dummer was a community that did well for a number of years. Unfortunately, times changed and the community fell behind. Eventually, only two people were left. Since 1993, it has been one of the best preserved ghost towns in southeast Saskatchewan.
The Most To Ghost: Galilee Saskatchewan
December 05, 2018 21:49 - 2 minutesNamed for a Biblical sea as a joke, this town existed for a brief time and is now nothing more than field and old foundations. Let's take a look at the ghost town of Galilee Saskatchewan!
Sgt. Gander: The Hero Dog Of The Battle of Hong Kong
November 11, 2018 20:39 - 4 minutesSgt. Gander, a Newfoundland dog who joined his regiment in the defense of Hong Kong at the opening stages of the First World War was nothing short of a hero. Defending his fellow troops during the battle and protecting the wounded, he gave his life to protect them. When the Battle of Hong Kong memorial was created, his fellow soldiers demanded he be placed on it as well.
Seven Days Of Hauntings: The Herberton House
October 30, 2018 12:00 - 1 minuteNot all ghost stories are about a scary ghost haunting the living. Sometimes, it is just a person who loved a home and remains there to make sure it is still taken care of.
Seven Days of Hauntings: Barclay House
October 29, 2018 12:00 - 2 minutesA very disturbing tale of torture and death by a woman who mistreated her slaves in Nova Scotia. From those incidents came a haunted house where those who died are doomed to remain.
Seven Days of Hauntings: The Zorra Ghost
October 28, 2018 12:00 - 2 minutesA tale of a drinker, an accidental death, and a scary apparition that haunted a road until it vanished forever.
Seven Days of Hauntings: The Qu'Appelle Maiden
October 27, 2018 12:00 - 2 minutesLocated in Saskatchewan, Qu'Appelle is a unique place with a name that roughly translates as "Who calls?" The story behind that one is one of sadness, with a bit of the paranormal mixed in.
Seven Days of Hauntings: Haunted Place Names
October 26, 2018 12:00 - 2 minutesCanada has some unique place names, and some of those names actually come from very creepy stories. In Alberta, there are three locations that have an interesting story to tell.
Seven Days of Hauntings: Polly Cow Island
October 25, 2018 12:00 - 2 minutesWhether it is true or not, the tale of the death of a First Nations girl, and how it broke her father's heart, led to a very interesting ghost story centered on Polly Cow Island.
Seven Days of Hauntings: The Big Bend RCMP Detachment
October 24, 2018 16:56 - 3 minutesThe Big Bend RCMP Detachment in Alberta was once an important stopping point along the Whiskey Gap but it faded in importance as the 20th century dawned. One night, many years ago, that detachment had a ghostly visitor who knocked three times.
The Hazlet Elks: A Saskatchewan Sports Dynasty
October 23, 2018 16:30 - 8 minutesIn the 1980s, the Hazlet Elks defeated teams from large cities, attracted world class talent, and dominated the Saskatchewan Major Baseball League. With three championships in a row, this team from a small village defeated teams from cities that had more money, more access to players and more resources. While the team only lasted a decade, its lasting impact on Saskatchewan baseball was felt for years to after.
The Ghost Town of Pocahontas
October 15, 2018 20:29 - 6 minutesAs a coal mining town in what would one day be Jasper National Park, Pocahontas was on borrowed time. During that time though, it was home to hundreds of miners and their families and was one of the biggest coal mining operations in the Canadian Rockies. Today, only a few old buildings remain of this once thriving community.
The Ghost Town of Pocahontas
October 15, 2018 20:29 - 6 minutes - 7.11 MBAs a coal mining town in what would one day be Jasper National Park, Pocahontas was on borrowed time. During that time though, it was home to hundreds of miners and their families and was one of the biggest coal mining operations in the Canadian Rockies. Today, only a few old buildings remain of this once thriving community.
The Battle of Hudson's Bay
October 03, 2018 19:43 - 6 minutesIt was the largest Arctic naval battle in North American history, and it was fought on the shores of Hudson's Bay hundreds of years ago. This battle is little-known, little-remembered but still very important when it comes to the history of Canada and the fur trade. Enjoy, the latest episode of Canadian History Ehx!
The Battle of Hudson Bay
October 03, 2018 19:43 - 15 minutesIt was the largest Arctic naval battle in North American history, and it was fought on the shores of Hudson Bay hundreds of years ago. This battle is little-known, little-remembered but still very important when it comes to the history of Canada and the fur trade. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdn...
When The Newton Boys Terrorized Saskatchewan
October 01, 2018 21:22 - 16 minutesThis is the first episode of the podcast. It is rough. Enjoy! For a period of time in 1922, small towns in Saskatchewan were under the gun from an outlaw gang that was robbing and pillaging their way through the province. Who was that gang that came into the province, rampaged through, and then left without ever being caught? Perhaps it was one of the most famous gangs in US history? Let's learn more! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Do...