This is the first of a two-part examination of the history of gas stations, beginning with their arrival in Canada and our town. In part two, I will look at back through history at our iconic Newmarket gas stations. I am sure you will remember your local gas station from your youth and have noticed just…
Month: January 2024
Canada Played Pivotal Role In UN’s Creation
A participant on one of my recent heritage walks incorrectly made the point that Canada has played no role in either the United Nations mandate or various world events that continue to arise, which has prompted this column on Canada’s crucial role in the establishment of the UN, its charter, human rights charter and participation in…
Newmarket Shoppers Flocked To New Plazas And Malls
The arrival of the shopping mall changed our history in Newmarket and across Canada, as consumers shifted away from family-run local stores to mega malls. Let’s take a brief look at the emergence of the mall shopping experience. Experts tell us there have been three main stages in the development of shopping centres in North America: the…
Decade-Long Local Poll Reveals Thoughts About Holidays
Every year I have conducted polls for my own amusement on a subject that may not appear to be associated with local history, but the results do indicate the generation of birth, and your ongoing social and economic background. The interesting thing is one’s views on the subject seem to vary as we age. The question…
