By Kristina Djogovic-Morgan, posted 7 February 2016
The City of Mississauga’s vision for the future is nothing short of ambitious. But, are these goals accomplishable? Even in the shadow of Canada’s largest city, a.k.a. Drake’s hometown? The City of Mississauga certainly thinks so, but is that enough...
Photo by Royal Ontario Museum
By: Rachel Wedekind, posted 10 December 2015
In my first few weeks at the internship, I was invited to participate in an orientation session. It was through this session that I gained insight into the variety of jobs available to interns and volunteers. In my last post, I discussed how my job is primarily related to the collections database and data analysis—but it doesn’t stop there! Jobs in artifact rehousing and artifact photography being two examples of other volunteer opportunities. Therefore, this entry aims to educate those wanting to work with material culture in a “hands-on” environment by teaching proper techniques. There will be links at the end to show how to get involved!
Local museums and archives can provide you with a new perspective on your community
By: Nicholas Oswald, posted 10 December 2015
Studying history to most of us means studying history on a grand scale. The rise and fall of civilizations, the progress of major social and economic changes, everything in short that affects whole countries, peoples and world events. The big picture of history as given by these studies is vitally important, but it is worthwhile to remember that those major processes and events we learn about were made up of individuals, families, locales and communities that all played their part in shaping and being shaped by history.
By: Morgan Sutherland, posted 10 December 2015
So you roll up to York University’s Keele campus to do some primary source research at the Archives of Ontario. Now imagine you are in the dimly lit film-viewing room of the Archives. Among the hundred or more computer terminals, you sit and begin your journey into the past with a microfilm reel. There are some things to keep in mind when using these petite reels which can make the experience all the more interesting and worthwhile.
By: Lea Alilovic, posted 10 December 2016
These past three months at Heritage Toronto researching the Chilean exile and settlement to the city, has taught me a few valuable things so far. Most essential, is the art of networking. Prior to this experience, the thought of having to find contacts that are both knowledgeable and experienced was not something I was accustomed to and seemed like an overwhelming task. Here is my story and some tips that may help those of you trying to manage the same field.
By: Lynda Yao, posted 10 December 2015
Being an amateur curator myself through assisting professionals in the field, I’ve learned a few tips and tricks that may prove useful to small galleries or artists looking to set up an exhibit for the public. Curating can often be tasking and hectic, however keeping in mind some simple basic guidelines can help make an exhibit a success.
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By: Sohpie Orlando, posted 10 December 2015
We've all had that experience of ambitious planning the night before, but when the day arrives you're simply not able to get any work done. There are so many distractions. You may find yourself sleeping in bed, catching up on your favourite shows, raiding the kitchen, or continuously checking your social media accounts.
My placement with the Mississauga Sports Council involves a lot of working from home. Throughout my undergrad years I've spent a lot of time working and studying at home, and after a couple years of struggling, I think I've finally figured out how to work from home and actually get work done.
Here are some tips to help you work efficiently from home:
By: Joy Saade, posted 10 December 2015
Let me be the first to admit that I had no idea what the Center for Social Innovation (CSI) was until I began my journey as an intern at the Canadian Arab Institute. It's a shame, really, because the CSI is one of the coolest centers for anyone who is in search for an inclusive and positive environment that inspires creativity and humanitarianism.
Plainly stated, the Center for Social Innovation is a space made available for organizations and/or individuals - with social missions and a desire to change the world - to come together to share their innovative ideas and put into practice their humanitarian hopes. In other words, the CSI is home to creative minds and huge hearts that wish to share their visions of a better future with other creative minded and huge-hearted humans.
As a creative mind and big-hearted human myself, I find the Center for Social Innovation to be a positive and inclusive space for these 5 reasons:
By Kristina Djogovic-Morgan, posted 6 December 2015
For the mouthful that it is, heritage designation is a surprisingly simple concept, and in many cases, a worthwhile investment. While properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, 1974 have been publically identified as significant to the province’s cultural heritage, they are also often overlooked and misinterpreted by potential homebuyers. And while the next cookie-cutter suburban lot may offer the appeal of the new, the misconceptions that frame heritage properties lead to the reality of missed opportunities.
Here are five numbers to help decipher the economics behind heritage designation…
By Morgan Sutherland, posted 15 November 2015
3 thoughts to help conceptualize and appreciate historical research while being a 21st century dreamer...
