The Edmonton Journal and Post Media have put out a First World War website dedicated to commemorating that conflict. I was very happy to contribute an article on Edmonton’s VC winners that was printed in this Saturday’s paper and is now online here. Thanks to the staff at the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Museum and CanadianContinue reading “YEG’s Victoria Cross Winners article in Edmonton Journal”
Category Archives: Writing & Publishing
Fort Edmonton Park Talks Decolonization
I was invited to give two short sessions on the politics of voice and decolonization last week to the folks at Fort Edmonton Park. Considering they ran from 8:30-9:30am (which is really early to talk about such heavy topics), the participants were incredibly enthusiastic and engaged. I really enjoyed our discussions and I know weContinue reading “Fort Edmonton Park Talks Decolonization”
Photographic Memory at River Ridge Seniors Centre
On Friday, June 6, I had the pleasure of meeting with a dozen residents in the colourful art studio at River Ridge. The workshop was part of an outreach program sponsored by the Creative Age Festival and allowed me to connect with these lovely folks from Memory Lane, a unit that caters to people with differentContinue reading “Photographic Memory at River Ridge Seniors Centre”
The War to End All Wars: Resources
With the 100th anniversary of the First World War upon us, I’ve had the privilege to research and think about this conflict in more depth than I have since I wandered around Montreal and Ottawa in undergrad snapping photos of war memorials. I was following in the footsteps of historian Jonathan Vance, whose wonderful book,Continue reading “The War to End All Wars: Resources”
Photographic Memory Workshop – spaces still available!
If you live in Edmonton or St. Albert (or environs) and are 50+, you’re invited to my workshop next Friday. It’s being offered through Creative Age Edmonton at the River Ridge Senior’s Community’s Arts Studio (basement), and only costs $2 drop-in fee. All you need to bring are some photos, a pen, and paper. Beverages andContinue reading “Photographic Memory Workshop – spaces still available!”
All in the family
Elizabeth Withey at the Edmonton Journal interviewed me recently for a piece on how inspirational my mother (and father) have been for my writing life. Here it is! Get this: my mom beat me to the punch and published her first book! At the age of 64! How cool is this? Proudflesh, a short story collection byContinue reading “All in the family”
Greece, Writing, and Inspiration: a Q&A with Suzanne Harris
Suzanne Harris, Edmonton-based writer, editor and writing coach, organizes retreats to Greece through Olivewood & Laurel. Her next one, called “Breathing Space” will be held in September. Here’s what she told me recently: Do you find it’s mostly men, women, or a mix of people who attend? I think retreats allow us a measure of breathing space, releaseContinue reading “Greece, Writing, and Inspiration: a Q&A with Suzanne Harris”
Getting to Meet the Mayor!
Had a great time at Edmonton City Hall yesterday as part of the City Council’s protocol “items” as the new Historian Laureate. What a treat to see some of my favourite people gathered together and to meet Mayor Don Iveson. As a few people said, it’s a good thing I wore heels so our facesContinue reading “Getting to Meet the Mayor!”
Historian Laureate: No Fooling!
I still worry there could be a chance this is an elaborate April Fool’s Day prank, but the City sent out a media release, and they don’t usually kid around on these things. So it looks like it’s official: I get to be Edmonton’s Historian Laureate for the next two years. There really couldn’t beContinue reading “Historian Laureate: No Fooling!”
Speaking at Writers Conference – from 9 to 99 on Saturday
This Saturday I get to head out to lovely Strathcona County and sit on a panel about writing dialogue with some fabulous writer friends (and soon-to-be friends): Natasha Deen, Margaret MacPherson, Barbie-Jo Smith, and Bill Roberts. I’ve got my thoughtful nodding look prepped and a few talking points that I hope are useful and interesting!Continue reading “Speaking at Writers Conference – from 9 to 99 on Saturday”