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USA by Rail: Plus Canada's Main RoutesThis ninth edition of Bradt's USA by Rail guidebook has been fully revised and expanded to take account of changes to Amtrak routes and services, plus the latest Amtrak and VIA Rail pass details, and features over 500 destinations, including Disney World, the Grand...
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Playing the Indian Card: Everything You Know about Canada's First Nations Is WrongEverything you think you know about Canada's "First Nations" is probably wrong: 1. First Nations are not aboriginal or indigenous.2. Most Canadians have Indian ancestry; most Canadian Indians have European ancestry. The Indians are us--all of us.3. Life before contact was no peaceable kingdom....
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The First Century of the International Joint CommissionThe International Joint Commission oversees and protects the shared waters of Canada and the United States. Created by the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909, it is one of the world's oldest international environmental bodies. A pioneering piece of transborder water governance, the IJC has...
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Animals Illustrated: Polar BearAnimals Illustrated mixes fun-filled animal facts suitable for the youngest of readers with intricately detailed illustrations to create a unique and beautiful collection of children's books on Arctic animals. Each volume contains first-hand accounts from authors who live in the Arctic, along with interesting...
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Chop Suey Nation: The Legion Cafe and Other Stories from Canada's Chinese RestaurantsIn 2016, Globe and Mail reporter Ann Hui drove across Canada, from Victoria to Fogo Island, to write about small-town Chinese restaurants and the families who run them. It was only after the story was published that she discovered her own family could have...
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Splendour of the Canadian RockiesIn celebration of the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation and in conjunction with Parks Canada's announcement that entrance to all of Canada's national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas will be free throughout 2017, RMB is excited to launch an entirely...
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Popular Day Hikes 5: South-Central Okanagan: Kelowna - Penticton - Oliver -- Revised & UpdatedLocated in south-central British Columbia and situated between the Cascade and Columbia mountain ranges, the Southern Okanagan Valley extends from Kelowna to Osoyoos. Popular Day Hikes: South-Central Okanagan describes 35 accessible treks around Kelowna, West Kelowna and Westside Road as well as Penticton, Naramata,...
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More Scrambles in the Canadian RockiesThe third edition of More Scrambles in the Canadian Rockies contains 39 new routes, in addition to updates to some of the 114 featured in the second edition, along with an inspiring collection of full-color photos and maps. The regions of Waterton, The Castle...
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12 Little Elves Visit Canada: Volume 5Twelve charming elves travel thorughout Canada to see who is still awake before Santa comes. Along the way, they visit iconic landmarks and curiosities, all bedecked in holly and holiday fun. From Delta Falls to the Quebec Winter Carnival to the McKenzie River to...
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100 Things Oilers Fans Should Know & Do Before They DieAll Oilers fans have marveled at highlights of The Great One, and have felt that excitement coming back to Oil Country with phenom Connor McDavid. But only real fans can immediately recall Ryan Smyth's third-period hat trick in the 2006 playoffs or have hit...
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Mexico Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar SpeciesMexico, a true birder's paradise, is home to more than 950 species including over 55 species of hummingbirds, 50 raptors and 60+ species of warblers and flycatchers. Veracruz is considered one of the prime birding hotspots in the world. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights...
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Banff South Map [Banff and Kootenay National Parks]- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic MapNational Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Banff South delivers unmatched detail for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the unparalleled mountain scenery and year-round recreational opportunities in the Canadian Rockies. Expertly researched and created in cooperation with Parks Canada and others,...
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Desert Blood: The Juarez MurdersIts the summer of 1998 and for 5 years over a hundred mangled and desecrated bodies have been found dumped in the Chicuahua desert outside of Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, just across the river from El Paso, Texas. The perpetrators of the ever-rising number of...
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Emancipation Day: Celebrating Freedom in CanadaWhen the passage of the Abolition of Slavery Act, effective August 1, 1834, ushered in the end of slavery throughout the British Empire, people of the African descent celebrated their newfound freedom. Now African-American fugitive slaves, free black immigrants, and the few remaining enslaved...
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A Plea for Emigration; Or Notes of Canada West: A Broadview Anthology of British Literature EditionA prominent activist's guide to settlement in Canada "for the information of colored immigrants." Author: Mary Ann ShaddPublisher: Broadview Press IncPublished: 09/06/2016Pages: 96Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 8.40h x 5.40w x 0.30dISBN: 9781554813216About the AuthorPhanuel Antwi is Assistant Professor of English at the University of...
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Ortona Street FightDecember 20, 1943. Two Canadian infantry battalions and a tank regiment stand poised on the outskirts of a small Italian port town. They expect to take Ortona quickly. But the German 1st Parachute Division has other ideas. For reasons unknown, Hitler has ordered Ortona...
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Canadian Rail Travel GuideAll aboard for an exciting and informative ride. The new Canadian Rail Travel Guide is like having your own personal tour guide to ensure you get the most out of your time on Canada's scenic rail routes. This conveniently-sized book is filled with essential...
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Trans Canada Trail Northwest Territories: Official Guide of the Trans Canada TrailMuch more than a guidebook, this natural and cultural feast takes you down the wildest, longest stretch of the Trans Canada Trail, from Alberta's far north to the Arctic Ocean. It provides all the nuts and bolts you'll need for your journey - whether...
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The Kids Book of Canadian HistoryCanada has a rich and fascinating history. In this informative overview, kids will discover the people, places and events that have shaped our country. Featuring fact boxes, mini-profiles, maps, a timeline and more, this title in the acclaimed Kids Book of series offers a...
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A Stranger at Home: A True StoryTraveling to be reunited with her family in the arctic, 10-year-old Margaret Pokiak can hardly contain her excitement. It's been two years since her parents delivered her to the school run by the dark-cloaked nuns and brothers. Coming ashore, Margaret spots her family, but...
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