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CAN Announcements

From one of our fellow Canadian organizations in the Bay area.

Canadian Studies Announcements

Canadian Family Thanksgiving: Saturday October 7

Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving with the Digital Moose Lounge and the Bay Area’s Canadian community! Tickets now available via Eventbrite.

Join the Digital Moose Lounge and UC Berkeley Canadian Studies in a celebration of Canadian Thanksgiving.

Nothing says fall like a good Thanksgiving dinner. This year, give thanks for a wonderful community of Canadians by celebrating with us at Alumni House on the UC Berkeley campus.

Enjoy turkey, potatoes, cranberry sauce and all your favourite side dishes, a host bar of Canadian beverages (alcoholic and non) and desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Tickets are required! Regular priced tickets ($64 for Early Bird) may be purchased directly online with credit card from the Digital Moose Lounge at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/canadian-family-thanksgiving-tickets-36914354829

Reduced-Priced tickets are available to affiliates of Canadian Studies at the rate of $10 USD for students and staff, $32 for faculty and affiliates. Reduced-Priced tickets must be purchased with cash or check by emailing Elliott.Smith@Berkeley.edu – Subject Line – THANKSGIVING.

Canadian Family Thanksgiving

5 PM, Saturday October 7, Alumni House, UC Berkeley

Co-Sponsored Talk:

Liberalism, War, and the Invention of National Security

Dr. Andrew Preston will speak in the IIS US Foreign Policy Series in a talk co-sponsored by Canadian Studies on Thursday September 28 at 5 PM in 223 Moses Hall.

Andrew Preston teaches American history at Cambridge University, where he is a fellow of Clare College and the editor of The Historical Journal. He is the author of The War Council: McGeorge Bundy, the NSC, and Vietnam (2006) and Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith: Religion in American War and Diplomacy (2012), which won the Charles Taylor Prize. Preston is currently editing the second volume of the forthcoming Cambridge History of the Vietnam War and writing a history of the idea of national security in the United States. To learn more, visit the IIS website.

The IIS Foreign Policy Series is free and open to everyone, no ticket or RSVP required.

IIS Foreign Policy Series talk by Dr. Andrew Preston

5-6:30 PM, Thursday September 28, 223 Moses Hall

Next Colloquium October 4

Consul General Sarkar & Prof. Bloemraad

The next Canadian Studies Colloquium will be on Wednesday, October 4 at 12:00 Noon in 223 Moses Hall.

Newly-appointed Consul General of Canada in San Francisco Rana Sarkar will speak on NAFTA and trade issues.

Consul General Sarkar will be joined by Canadian Studies Director Irene Bloemraad, who will speak on immigration issues.

Buffet Lunch at 12 noon, followed by talks beginning at approximately 12:20. Sponsored by our friends at the Consulate General of Canada in San Francisco.

Colloquium events are free, and open to everyone. No ticket or RSVP is required.

Canadian Studies Colloquium

12 noon, Wednesday October 4, 223 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley

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New exhibit spans five conflicts

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From the Legion Magazine.

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New exhibit spans five conflicts

by Stephen J. Thorne

Gallery 4: From the Cold War to the Present, which opened
on Sept. 21 at the Canadian War Museum, spans five conflicts, reflecting Canada’s shifting priorities from its role as a traditional UN peacekeeper and dutiful NATO guardsman to peacemaker and war-fighter in the Persian Gulf, Somalia and Afghanistan, and referee, of some futility, to the
horrors of ethnic cleansing in the Balkans and Rwanda.

War on two wheels

by Sharon Adams

Motorcycles were indispensable in both world wars. In the First World War, only a handful of motorcycles went across when the Canadians embarked for Europe, but by war’s end, thousands had been put to good use. In the Second World War, the speed, adaptability and sheer power of the motorcycle was invaluable; the Allies produced more than 700,000 of them.

September 27, 1954

HMCS Labrador, the first naval vessel to traverse the
Northwest Passage, receives a hero’s welcome at Esquimalt, B.C.

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News & Events in the Canadian Community

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While not veteran-related, this newsletter comes from a Canadian-focused organization in the Bay Area and some of the events may be things of interest to our membership.

Last week for early bird pricing on Canadian Thanksgiving tickets + hockey and more great events around the Bay Area.

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Featured Event

Early bird pricing ends this Saturday!
October 7: Canadian Family Thanksgiving

Hosted By: Digital Moose Lounge in partnership with UC Berkeley Canadian Studies

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Nothing says fall like a good Thanksgiving dinner. This year, give thanks for a wonderful community of Canadians by celebrating with us at Alumni House on the UC Berkeley campus.

Enjoy turkey, potatoes, cranberry sauce and all your favourite side dishes, a host bar of Canadian beverages (alcoholic and non) and desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Fun for the whole family!

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Special guest Rana Sarkar, newly appointed Consul General for the region, will be in attendance to meet the community.

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$64 Adults | $32 Children
Early bird rate available until September 30.

SFU, UW, McGill, McMaster, Calgary, and Carleton Alumni get a 10% discount on all tickets. Contact us or your alumni association for more details.

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Sat. October 7 | 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Alumni House, UC Berkeley
1 Alumni House
Berkeley

More information and tickets >>

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Thank you to our event partners

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The Digital Moose Lounge is seeking a new part-time Executive Director / Prime Moose to lead our organization into its next chapter. If you’ve ever wanted a job title with “Moose” in it, this is your chance!

This role is a great fit for someone who can creatively and successfully find partnerships and funding, run large events, and make connections with people and organizations of all types.

We are open to candidates from a wide range of professional backgrounds and are accepting applicants on an ongoing basis.

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Upcoming Events

September 28: Liberalism, War, and the Invention of National Security

Hosted By: UC Berkeley Canadian Studies and the IIS Foreign Policy Series

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Free. No ticket or RSVP required.

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Thurs. September 28 | 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Moses Hall
223 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Berkeley

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October 4: Canadian Studies Monthly Lunchtime Colloquium

Hosted By: UC Berkeley Canadian Studies

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Newly-appointed Consul General of Canada in San Francisco Rana Sarkar will speak on NAFTA and trade issues.

Consul General Sarkar will be joined by Canadian Studies Director Irene Bloemraad, who will speak on immigration issues.

Buffet Lunch at 12 noon, followed by talks beginning at approximately 12:20.

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Free. No ticket or RSVP required.

Wed. October 4 | 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Moses Hall
223 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley Campus
Berkeley

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October 5: Royal Canadian Legion Monthly Meeting

Hosted By: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 25

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Branch 25 meets at noon on the first Thursday each month, and welcomes new members and guest interested in veterans’ issues and supporting veterans.

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Thurs. October 5 | 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Englander Sports Pub & Restaurant
101 Parrott St
San Leandro

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October 6-7: Porcupine Lake at the Mill Valley Film Festival

Hosted By: The Mill Valley Film Festival

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As part of its World Cinema programming, the Mill Valley Film Festival presents the US PREMIERE of Canadian film Porcupine Lake.

The latest feature film by the DIY Queen of Canadian filmmaking, Porcupine Lake brings wide-eyed, 13-year-old city dweller Bea to a small rural town where she meets brash, long-haired tomboy Kate. As Bea becomes enamored with all things Kate, the world opens up before her. But all summers must end.

Director Ingrid Veninger and to-be-announced talent in attendance at both screenings.

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Tickets $15 general admission.

Fri. October 6 | 8:45 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Lark Theater
549 Magnolia Ave
Larkspur

Sat. October 7 | 12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Smith Rafael Film Center
1118 4th St
San Rafael

More information >>

Planning to attend? Contact us to find out about a pre-screening casual meet-up for some films.

October 8: 7th Annual Canadian Women’s Club Thanksgiving

Hosted By: Canadian Women’s Club 2.0

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Canadian Women’s Club 2.0 invite you to mix and mingle with old friends and new and celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving with fellow Canadians.

Family and friends are all welcome.

Dinner served at 1 p.m.

Please register by October 1.

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Tickets $48 and include dinner tax, gratuity, and parking. Cash bar.

Sun. October 8 | 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presidio Golf and Concordia Club
8 Presidio Terrace
San Francisco

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October 10-11: Worst Case, We Get Married at the Mill Valley Film Festival

Hosted By: The Mill Valley Film Festival

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As part of its World Cinema programming, the Mill Valley Film Festival presents the US PREMIERE of Canadian film Worst Case, We Get Married (Et au pire, on se mariera).

Montreal’s gritty Central-South neighborhood doesn’t offer much for teenage Aïcha until she meets dreamy Baz, a handsome neighbor twice her age. Worst Case, We Get Married (Et au pire, on se mariera), Léa Pool’s latest film featuring powerful performances from Karine Vanasse and Sophie Nélisse, explores obsession, truth, and fantasy, as it unpacks an all-consuming case of love at first sight.

In French with English subtitles.

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Tickets $15 general admission.

Tues. October 11 | 3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Sat. October 12 | 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Smith Rafael Film Center
1118 4th St
San Rafael

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Planning to attend? Contact us to find out about a pre-screening casual meet-up for some films.

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October 17: Montreal Canadiens vs. San Jose Sharks

Hosted By: Digital Moose Lounge in partnership with McGill Alumni and Québécois en Californie

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Join us in our own VIP private plaza area before and during the game to mix and mingle with the group.

Ticket price includes the game and plaza experience, a hot buffet dinner and two drink tickets.

Spots are limited, so make sure to get yours early!

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$99 each.

Tues. October 17 | 6:15 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
SAP Center
525 W Santa Clara Street
San Jose

Tickets available via Eventbrite >>

October 18-22: A Brimful of Asha at Stanford

Hosted By: Stanford Live

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Culture clash, Canadian-style, comes to life in A Brimful of Asha, a two-person play written by and starring mother and son Asha and Ravi Jain. The story is about a first-generation twentysomething who wants to connect with his Indian heritage—but not necessarily all of it. How will his family handle the conflict? A Brimful of Asha’s warm and complex story has captivated audiences throughout North America.

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Tickets $15-$50.

In residence October 18-22.
Bing Concert Hall Studio
327 Lasuen Street
Stanford

More information >>

October 18: U of T Where You Are:
Getting Clear About Mindfulness & How it Probably Works

Hosted By: University of Toronto Alumni Association

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What does it mean to be mindful? Professor Vervaeke’s talk explores mindfulness in today’s society and proposes reformulating the mindfulness construct. Audience members will learn how related attentional processes can contribute to an invididual’s ability to increase insight and self-regulation, and get onself “in the zone.”

Join fellow U of T alumni to investigate how mindfulness can contribute significantly to one’s overall sense of well-being and quality of life.

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Free. Registration kindly requested.

Thurs. October 18 | 6:30p.m.-9:00p.m.
Hotel Vitale, Americano Patio
8 Mission Street
San Francisco

More information >>

October 26: Canadians in Tech Happy Hour

Hosted By: C100

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Canadians in Tech events are monthly meetups for all Canadians visiting or living in the Bay Area to network with one another alongside C100 staff, Charter Members and Partners. All are welcome to this frequent gathering.

Space is limited and RSVP is required.

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Thurs. October 26 | 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Location to be announced 48 hours before the event
Palo Alto

More information >>

Just 15 tickets left!
October 30: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. San Jose Sharks

Hosted By: Digital Moose Lounge

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Cheer on the Leafs as they take on the Sharks with a group of Canadians and the Digital Moose Lounge. Hailed as “the return of Patrick Marleau” and the only time we’ll see the Leafs in regular season play this year, this game is one not to be missed!

Tickets $52 each. They are located in the Upper Bowl and will be available for pick-up the day of the game at Will Call.

The pre-game meet-up will be at San Pedro Square Market from 5:30pm.

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$52 each.

Mon. October 30 | 7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
SAP Center
525 W Santa Clara Street
San Jose

Pre-game meet up 5:30-7:00pm
San Pedro Square Market
87 N San Pedro Street
San Jose

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Information about where to get your favourite Canadian foods, tax and legal advice, and more.

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[Wreaths Across America eNewsletter #152] Listening During A Week of Controversy and Pain

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From the Wreaths Across America organization.

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Listening During A Week of Controversy and Pain

For those of us who feel so strongly about supporting our military families, this has been a difficult week full of controversy and pain.

I read the news about a ninety-seven-year-old WWII veteran who explained why he chooses to take a knee in protest; and I have heard from many of our Gold Star families who know deeply the meaning of the our Anthem, as they watch the flag-drapped caskets of their loved ones return home.

Mostly – we want to listen. One of the best gifts received for being a part of the Wreaths Across America experience, has been learning life lessons from the people who put it all on the line, to protect our freedoms.

So we listen, and we learn from one another. There is an important conversation taking place in our Nation right now, and not the least of which, is a conversation about the values and appreciation of what it means to be an American.

So I encourage you to listen to your neighbors. And focus on what we have in common, and where we are in agreement.

We are many. We are one. We are Americans. I think that is one thing we can all agree upon. And we would like to hear what you think.

God Bless This United States of America.

~ Tobin Slaven – Editor of the WAA eNewsletter

& The Wreaths Across America Team

Did You Know: The WAA Museum Re-Opens With New Exhibits

In the Down East Maine area this fall? Come visit our new and improved Wreaths Across America Museum. Always free to the public and open on weekdays from 9-4.

This Week’s News From WAA

Living History

We are seeking up to 200 volunteers willing to dress in period attire on Saturday, December 16, 2017. You will need to provide your own authentic attire and will be assigned to a particular location within or around Arlington National Cemetery.

A Navy SEAL Remembered and Honored from Stem to Stone

WAA Donation Page

Please check-out our Wreaths Across America page and click “Donate” to place a wreath on a veterans grave on December 16th. ALSO, please share this page with your friends. Thanks for your support.

#CountdownToWreathDay

It’s only 81 days until National Wreaths Across America Day. With our #CountdownToWreathDay series we have been talking with volunteers, location coordinators, and WAA fundraising groups about their local efforts at each of the over 1200 participating locations nationwide.

Here’s the stories from this past week:

Introduction to 100 Reasons Why We Remember, Honor, and Teach; The Countdown to Wreath Day is On with Luann Waters of Oaklawn Cemetery in Wynnewood, Oklahoma (Blog Post)

#CountdownToWreathDay Interview with Tammy Williams of Danville National Cemetery(Facebook Live)

#CountdownToWreathDay interview with Brenda Kaesler from Miramar National Cemetery (Facebook Live)

#CountdownToWreathDay Interview with Melanie Cole, the location leader for Village Cemetery in Unity, Maine. She became involved because of her grandfather, who landed on the beaches at Normandy. (Facebook Live)

Voices of Our Volunteers – with Gloria James of Greenwood Memorial Gardens in San Diego (Facebook Live)

A Hardworking Series

GOLD STAR MOTHERS DAY - Last Sunday in September

Wreaths Across America is Unsung: A Hardworking Series

Unsung: A life in the day of hard work- by Shell Rotella features Wreaths Across America Founder Morrill Worcester.

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Social Media Roundup

WWII veterans remains, unidentified for 74 years, return home

Marine Corps’ First Female Infantry Officer

A female Marine graduated from the Corps’ grueling Infantry Officer Course Monday, marking a historic feat as the first woman to earn the 0302 infantry officer military occupational specialty.

This is the only Seabee to receive the Medal of Honor

Mama Tried – Six-String Soldiers

Nothing is as important as family to a Soldier. We love you Dad, but this one goes out to Mom! “Mama Tried”, written by Merle Haggard.

Fewer Than 5,000 Photos Needed to Put a Face to Every Name on The Wall

In the midst of the airing of the groundbreaking film series called The Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) achieved a major milestone in remembering those who died.

This Week’s Trucking Tribute

Wreaths Across America’s “Trucking Tributes” Present Hirschbach Motor Lines

When you learn about Brad Pinchuk’s military service background, it’s not hard to understand why his trucking company supports the Wreaths Across America mission to remember, honor, and teach.Brad served in the U.S. Army as a combat engineer during the first Gulf War, his father served our nation during the Vietnam War, and his grandfather during World War II.

We would love to hear from you on any of these channels:

Do you know of a patriotic story for or about our veterans, that we should be sharing? We would love to hear it!

You can submit the basic details here, and we will follow up with you.

Note: Have you ever had a conversation with a “reporter-bot?” We set this up to collect stories 24/7 or whenever it is convenient for you, and then the WAA Social Media Team can join the conversation. We look forward to hearing from you!

Did you miss one of our recent newsletters? You can see the archive and update your email settings (there is a MONTHLY or a WEEKLY option) in our new Newsletter Central.

Join us on December 16th (the 3rd Saturday in December), 2017 for National Wreaths Across America Day. Use this map to find a location and sign up to volunteer. Can’t find a location near you? You can start one (adding new locations for 2017)!

“Remember this…. In truth a person dies twice, once when he stops breathing, and a second time when somebody mentions his or her name for the last time. Join us in December when over one million volunteers nationwide, will say the names of a million fallen out loud, to make sure they will never be forgotten.”

You Can Donate or Sign Up To Volunteer Here

This Week’s Newsletter Is Sponsored By:

MISSION BBQ donates over $200k to Wreaths Across America

Tom Schaad WAVY TV Interviews Bre Kingsbury of Team Bear At Section 60

A grand achievement for Wreaths Across America – Official Page with the help of a woman from Va. Beach, Bre Kingsbury and leader of the Team Bear Fundraising Group. Bre is also leading a fundraiser in San Diego tomorrow if you can make it!

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Inspiring tribute video to Canada’s wounded warriors

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From the Legion Magazine.

THE WOUNDED
Narrated by Stephen J. Thorne | Presented by Legion Magazine

Ahead of the 2017 Invictus Games, Legion Magazine has released a new video
tribute to those who have served their countries and returned with life-changing injuries.

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TEAM CANADA
Read the inspiring stories from some of Team Canada’s Invictus Games 2017 athletes!

CHRIS KLODT
TEAM CANADA INVICTUS ATHLETE

Tough love and quadriplegic rugby helped Chis Klodt find his independence.

SIMON MAILLOUX
TEAM CANADA CO-CAPTAIN

“The person who put that bomb under our vehicle and blew it…did not defeat me.”

ÉTIENNE AUBÉ
TEAM CANADA INVICTUS ATHLETE

Searching for mines, bombs and IEDs was Étienne Aubé’s specialty. Then a motherlode changed his life.

NATACHA DUPUIS
TEAM CANADA CO-CAPTAIN

Natacha Dupuis, co-captain of Canada’s 2017 Invictus Games team, was inspired by other injured soldiers.

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Upcoming Events

September 28: Liberalism, War, and the Invention of National Security

October 4: Canadian Studies Monthly Lunchtime Colloquium

October 5: Royal Canadian Legion Monthly Meeting

October 6-7: Porcupine Lake at the Mill Valley Film Festival

October 8: 7th Annual Canadian Women’s Club Thanksgiving

October 10-11: Worst Case, We Get Married at the Mill Valley Film Festival

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Just 4 tickets left! October 17: Montreal Canadiens vs. San Jose Sharks

October 18-22: A Brimful of Asha at Stanford

October 18: U of T Where You Are: Getting Clear About Mindfulness & How it Probably Works

October 26: Canadians in Tech Happy Hour

Just 15 tickets left! October 30: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. San Jose Sharks

Keep your antlers to the ground with all the latest news, updates and fun

New additions to our resources section

Listening During A Week of Controversy and Pain

Did You Know: The WAA Museum Re-Opens With New Exhibits

This Week’s News From WAA

#CountdownToWreathDay

A Hardworking Series

Social Media Roundup

Mark Your Calendars – Invite Your Friends

This Week’s Trucking Tribute

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This Week’s Newsletter Is Sponsored By:

Early bird pricing ends this Saturday!
October 7: Canadian Family Thanksgiving

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October 17: Montreal Canadiens vs. San Jose Sharks

October 18: U of T Where You Are:
Getting Clear About Mindfulness & How it Probably Works

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October 30: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. San Jose Sharks