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Every year, on November 11, something rare happens. The world goes quiet. Cars pause. Conversations stop. Children in school gyms lower their voices. Veterans straighten their medals. And at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we observe two minutes of silence. This is Remembrance Day. It isn’t a festival, a sale, or a long weekend. It is a Canadian tradition rooted in respect—for the soldiers who served, the ones who never came home, and the families who carried the weight of war long after the headlines faded. Why November 11? On November 11, 1918, the First World War finally ended. A conflict that reshaped the world, scarred nations, and cost millions of lives came to a close. The date became a symbol: peace hard-won and never forgotten. The Poppy: A Small Flower with a Tremendous Story The red poppy worn on jackets and coats is more than decoration. During the First World War, the soil of Flanders Fields was torn apart by artillery. Yet, through shattered g...
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Haunted Kingston

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Kingston, Ontario, is a city steeped in rich history and eerie tales, where cobblestone streets and centuries-old buildings hide stories of the past. Known for its colonial heritage, Kingston also boasts a reputation for being one of Canada's most haunted cities. From chilling encounters in historic forts to eerie happenings in abandoned prisons, there's no shortage of spine-tingling locations. In this blog, we'll list some of the most haunted places in Kingston, where the line between history and the supernatural blurs. Prepare to uncover the ghostly legends that have captivated locals and visitors alike.


    - Fort Henry
    - Kingston Penitentiary 
    - Skeleton Park
    - Rockwood Asylum
    - Rochleau Court
    - Prince George Hotel
    - Murney Tower
    - Hochelaga Inn
    - Old Empire Life Building
    - Cedar Island
    ...to name a few.

To learn more about these haunted haunts, check out Kingston's Haunted Walk, the Ghost & Mystery Trolley Tour, or the Ghost & Mystery Cruise. Or, if you're brave enough, be your own paranormal investigator and conduct some spooky research—just make sure you have permission first!

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