Photo by Scott Norsworthy
By Rachel Wedekind, posted 15 November 2015
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is the largest and most popular museum establishment in Canada, and I get to be part of it. Here’s a glimpse into my experience as an intern for the World Cultures department.
Researching the lives of ancestors or local figures can lead you to treasures you never suspected existed. My research into the life of playwright Robert Turney led me to find these photographs by the famous Photographer Carl Van Vechten. (Photographs by Carl Van Vechten, December 29, 1935. Published here with permission from the Van Vechten Trust).
By Nicholas Oswald, posted 15 November 2015
Have you ever wanted to research your family history or to look into the lives of a prominent local figure from the past? Chances are the task seemed quite daunting at first. Where do you look to find key information about their everyday life? I was in the same position when I began my internship at the Oakville Museum, but through practice I have been able to gain experience and achieve success at tracking down sources to build historical biographies. In order to help you with your own investigations, here are five helpful tips to remember when you’re researching people from the past.
By Lynda Yao, posted 15 November 2015
Certainly when we think of historical sites, the general population (including History enthusiast/scholars) would picture an old and grand city such as London or Rome, and stop rarely to think about the rich history that exist in our own hometowns. Mississauga is one such hidden gem.
By Sophie Orlando, posted 15 November 2015
As a student, I know that going through an old edition of a newspaper for information can be a difficult task. You may not know where to start or it may be boring or it may be so interesting that you are constantly getting thrown off track. Read below to learn how to go through an old newspaper efficiently to help you find exactly what you’re searching for in the shortest amount of time.
Photo by Dr. E. Brown
By Kristina Djogovic-Morgan, posted 25 October 2015
For the City of Mississauga, “Leading Today for Tomorrow” starts with remembering what happened yesterday…and for a few very good reasons!
Upon first hearing the phrase, heritage preservation may sound more like the study of the chemicals used to keep the collection of canned soup at Grandma’s in an edible state, or at least a boring course you dodged in university. As it turns out, however, the planned preservation of our historical and cultural resources is actually hugely important for urban planners and residents alike.
Here are the top 5 reasons why the City of Mississauga continues to work with its residents to preserve our local heritage:
by Lea Alilovic, posted 19 October 2015
Welcome to your first day at your history internship! After tirelessly applying to multiple historical organizations, one has finally picked you and now it’s your time to shine and get some real life experience. As a someone that knows the struggle all too well, I have compiled a list of necessary things to keep in mind in order to dress, look, and play the part of a history intern.
Welcome to your first day at your history internship! After tirelessly applying to multiple historical organizations, one has finally picked you and now it’s your time to shine and get some real life experience. As a someone that knows the struggle all too well, I have compiled a list of necessary things to keep in mind in order to dress, look, and play the part of a history intern.
1. Befriend Coffee as if You Were a Gilmore Girl
This is probably your first 9-5 experience, and waking up at 6 a.m. to get to your workplace after staying up until 2 am the night before to finish a paper is, probably no walk in the park. Coffee will be essential in transforming you into a normal, friendly, and hardworking person despite the 4 hours of sleep you had the night before. Plus, buying coffee for your new supervisor and colleagues in the office can be a great opportunity to get to know others and allow others to get to know you.
By Joy Saade, Oct 19, 2015
5 Reasons Why the Canadian Arab Institute has my Vote for the Best Non-Partisan Campaign this year
For those of us who are new to the responsibilities of living in a democratic state - whether you are a new citizen (congratulations!), or a first time voter (like myself) - the Canadian Arab Institute (CAI) has created a campaign known as the Your Voice CAN Campaign to educate and encourage those of us who may allow our overwhelming sense of confusion and ignorance on social and political issues to influence our reluctance to participate as voters. It is this genuine goal to promote public participation and voter awareness within Canadian society that has made Your Voice such a valuable campaign.
With that said, find out the 5 reasons why the Your Voice Campaign has my vote for the best non-partisan campaign in the 2015 Canadian Federal Elections:
