Author: Muriel Schmidt

Why Was Toronto Called York?

From August 1793 to March 1834, the settlement was known as York, sharing the same name as the county it was situated in. The settlement was renamed when Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe called for the town to be named after the Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany. When did Toronto Stop Being York? […]

What Are Some Toronto Slang Words?

Here are some of our favourites. “6ix” We have to thank rapper Drake for this one. “Tdot” This is another nickname for the city that you might hear rolling off the tongue of the slightly older (+30) Toronto locals. “Trana” “Nahhh” Toque. Stag/Stagette. Klicks. Loonie and Toonie. What’s up in Toronto slang? “Wagwan“ Only townies […]

Why Is There No Casino In Newfoundland?

Gambling in Newfoundland and Labrador There are currently no land-based Newfoundland and Labrador casinos because casino-style gaming is still illegal in this province. How many casinos are in Newfoundland? Newfoundland and Labrador has 2 casinos in which you’ll find more than 0 slots and gaming machines. Does St Johns Nfld have a casino? St. John’s, […]

What Toronto Clubs Does Drake Go To?

Set in the epicenter of Toronto, Sher Club represents the most exclusive establishment inside Air Canada Centre, tucked away in an intimate 4,000 sq. ft. space. Sher Club was designed for Toronto’s favourite rapper, Drake, by Ferris Rafauli. Does Drake own a club in Toronto? Drake Opens His Own Nightclub, Called History, in Toronto – […]

How Do Canadians Say Newfoundland?

But every Canadian knowns how it ISN’T pronounced: NEW-FOUND-LAND. Why do people mispronounce Newfoundland? It is not pronounced as Newfindland. There is just a reduction in the vowel quality, so the /aʊ/ diphthong is reduced to the schwa [ə]. This can lead to the impression in perceiving you described. Why this reduction happens is because […]

Is French Mandatory For Laval University?

To complete a program at UL, you must meet the admission requirements, hold the minimum diploma required for the level of studies you wish to pursue, and demonstrate a sufficient level of French proficiency. Is university of Laval French only? Université Laval is a French-language institution. Instruction is provided mainly in French, and assignments and […]

Was Harry Potter In Surrey?

Little Whinging was a town in the south east of England. It was located in the county of Surrey, or possibly on the southwestern edge of Greater London. Little Whinging was the home of Harry Potter, the Dursleys, and Arabella Figg. Did Harry Potter live in Surrey? Number 4 Privet Drive is a thoroughly ordinary […]