NCC approves site for monument to Canada’s war in Afghanistan
The decision by the National Capital Commission on Thursday ends years of bickering over where the memorial should be located Continue reading
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Canadian War Museum photography exhibit depicts price paid in war by soldiers
Dubbed “The Wounded,” the exhibit features 18 black and white photos showing former soldiers in their civilian attire with scars from wounds sustained in combat. Continue reading
Canadian War Museum now has four of the six Victoria Crosses awarded to Canadians at Hill 70
The medal is the fourth acquired by the museum to add to its Hill 70 collection. Six Victoria Cross medals were awarded to Canadians for actions at Hill 70. Continue reading
A small bird, nest and four eggs hold up Bluesfest
The bird and the four eggs – which enjoy protected status in Canada – are nestled on a cobblestone patch that would normally be directly underneath the main stage. Continue reading
Saint John families donate First, Second World War memorabilia to Canadian War Museum
Two Saint John families were in Ottawa Monday, donating items from the first and second world wars to the Canadian War Museum. Continue reading
Heritage Minister supports reappointment of two Ottawa museum directors
Two museum directors in Ottawa have received Heritage Minister Mélanie Joly’s support for their reappointment after they were asked to step down earlier this month. Continue reading
Museum spends $500K on re-brand following Tory-mandated name change
The Harper government’s contentious move to re-brand the country’s largest and most-visited museum is slated to cost more than half a million dollars. Continue reading
Struggling Canadian Museum of History sets low bar for public donations
Canada’s largest, most-visited museum is relaunching a fundraising campaign to capitalize on historic anniversaries over the next few years. Continue reading