Quilting is a very popular pastime in Canada. Many girls learn the skill in childhood and carry on the traditions they have learnt for the rest of their lives writes Shropshire expat Becky Lawrence.
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There are two words to describe winter in Saskatchewan this year: awesome and brown writes Shropshire expat Rebecca Lawrence.
Blog: Thanksgiving in Canada is not just about turkey but taking time to appreciate what you are thankful for in your life.
Blog: 2013 is going to be a big year for Moose Jaw, writes former Shropshire resident Rebecca Lawrence.
South Dakota isn’t the usual choice of holiday destination for people travelling from England as it’s a long way to go to a quite remote area of the USA.
Blog: Edmonton is famous for its huge West Edmonton Mall, which is not only home to more than 800 stores but also two hotels, a theme park, water park, and more than 100 dining venues.
Blog: The Royal tour of Canada is certainly hitting the headlines, with in-depth coverage on what William and Kate are getting up to on their trip.
Blog: As I write this blog, I am sitting in the sunshine overlooking the very calm and peaceful Pacific Ocean at Campbell River on Vancouver Island.
Blog: Pantomime has finally made it to Moose Jaw, writes former Shropshire woman Rebecca Lawrence from her new home in Canada.
Blog: England may slowly be getting ready for elections on May 5, but in Canada it’s time to elect the fourth national government in seven years.
Blog: It’s not often that a city the size of Moose Jaw becomes the focus of media and public attention.
Living in Moose Jaw means we are only about an eight-hour drive from the spectacular Rocky Mountains, writes former Shropshire Star reporter Rebecca Lawrence.
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