Author: Muriel Schmidt

What Happened Scarborough Lido?

The pool closed in 1989 – the diving boards were taken down, although the fountains remained and the facilities slowly fell into dereliction and decay. When did Scarborough Lido close? OUTCOME: The pool finally closed in 1989. It was freezing cold and gave in to the elements. It lay derelict for a number of years. […]

How Much Are Beer Cans Worth In Quebec?

Quebec’s current deposit system pays $0.05 for soft drink containers and beers cans while dising out $0.20 for containers over 450 ml in size. Can you return beer cans in Quebec? All beverage containers marked “CONSIGNÉE QUÉBEC” whether made from aluminum, glass or plastic, can be returned for a refund. It’s as simple as that! […]

What Is Quebec Maple Coke?

Coca-Cola Québec Maple was inspired by the soda shops that first added flavours to Dr. Pemberton’s classic Coca-Cola recipe. Each 355 mL glass bottle brings the homegrown flavour of Québec’s famous maple syrup to the world, blending the familiar taste of Coca-Cola with a delicious maple taste. Is there maple syrup in Coke? It’s also […]

How Many Immigrants Live In Scarborough?

Non-Caucasian residents, other than aboriginals, make up 64% of the neighborhood’s population. Half of the more than 625, 000 residents living here are foreigners, which can only mean one thing. Scarborough is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Scarborough. What is the demographic population of Scarborough? 629,941Scarborough, which was settled by Europeans in the […]

What Is Special About Vancouver Aquarium?

The Vancouver Aquarium is internationally recognized for display and interpretation excellence, and was the first facility to incorporate professional naturalists and interpretive specialists into galleries to explain animal behaviors. Why is the Vancouver Aquarium good? The Vancouver Aquarium undergos regular accreditation inspections by professional associations. The voluntary accreditation process is an independent verification that we […]