CanScot-ipedia

CanScot-ipedia is a collaborative collection of articles celebrating the rich cultural heritage and traditions that form the foundation for the economic, social, cultural and political development of Canada and Scotland. We welcome submissions of articles and memorabilia.

Videos


	We Gave them the Game A lighthearted look at how Scotland gave Canada the game of curling.
	Truly a Family Home Lord Elgin describes Broomhall, the family estate in Scotland where he and his ancestors grew up.
	That's What Made Canada Lord Elgin tells the story of two large stones thrown at James Bruce when he was Governor General in Canada, 1848-54.
	My Regiment Andrew Bruce, Lord Elgin, has been Honorary Colonel of the Canadian 31 Combat Engineer Regiment, The Elgins, since he took over from his father in 1970.
	Enough of the Elgin Marbles Lord Elgin grew up surrounded by what his ancestors had collected abroad. The Canadian collection interested him the most.

Articles

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	Centre for Scottish Studies, Simon Fraser University Several universities in Eastern Canada have well established academic programs in Scottish, Celtic or Irish Studies, but west of Ontario it becomes more difficult for students to engage with this central influence on Canadian history and culture. read more>>
	Donald A. Smith The Canadian Friends of Scotland presented a plaque, and ceremonial bottle of scotch to the Town of Canmore in honour of Donald A. Smith, who has been credited with the official naming of the Town of Canmore 125 years ago. read more>>
	Sir William Whyte WILLIAM WHYTE was born in Charlestown, Fife, Scotland on September 15, 1843. He began his railway career as a station agent for the West of Fife Railway in 1862. read more>>
	James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin Lord Elgin, or should I say, James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin, was born in London on July 20, 1811 and died in Dhurmsala in the Himalayas on November 20, 1863. He was a well-educated man having attended Eton and Christ Church (Oxford). read more>>

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