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Where You Belong.Transit Optimization StudyThe City of Sault Ste. Marie has launched a Transit Optimization Study to assess the design and efficiency of Sault Ste. Marie Transit Services. The study will review the City’s transit network, including the effectiveness of current bus routes and on-demand services. It will also evaluate the potential relocation of the Dennis Street terminal and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency. Nicole Maione, Director of Community Services joins us on the podcast to talk about an important project that affects how people move around our City. 2025-06-1612 min
Stories of Northern LifeSault Ste. Marie City by the Rapids: Book ReviewIf you haven't already, check out this book. It is definitely on the list of good books about the Sault.Find it HERE at the Sault Ste. Marie Public LibraryI hope you enjoy this episode!________________________________Music written, performed, and produced by Liam MorassutListen to the local Band HOLLOW HEADS' story HEREHosted by Nicole Curry, Collections Assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum Email nicole@saultmuseum.ca2025-05-0126 min
Where You Belong.Housing Community Improvement PlanThe Housing Community Improvement Plan is a community revitalization tool that responds to the housing needs of the City of Sault Ste. Marie. This program financially supports homeowners, property developers, and non-profit organizations in creating rental suites or building multi-unit developments. Like many municipalities across Canada and in Ontario, adequate and affordable housing supply has emerged as a critical challenge. Steve Zuppa joins the podcast to explore housing in Sault Ste. Marie and learn how our City plans to meet or exceed the provincial housing target by 2031.2025-03-3119 minStories of Northern LifeReading History: House of RefugeIn this series Reading History, I bring you various texts from the archives.
This week I bring you an article from the Fall 1994 issue of Sault Channels, "The House of Refuge Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario" by Iris E. Elliot.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to the local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, Collections Management Assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum2025-01-0914 minStories of Northern LifeEnglish Only ResolutionToday, we are discussing the English-Only Resolution of 1990 that caused the French Language Crisis in Sault Ste. Marie. This resolution caused a huge rift in the community, and the city has been split from the Francophone community. This explains what happened and why our French community is hidden. We have tried to heal along the way, but old wounds are not easily healed. I hope this episode sheds some light on the history of our community.
For more information:
Watch the Francophone History Discussion Panel video HERE.
Download Dr. Michael...2024-11-2125 min
Where You Belong.Celebrating GIS DayWhat is GIS and how is it shaping the City of Sault Ste. Marie? Geographic Information Systems is technology that lets us visualize and analyze data based on location. For a City like Sault Ste. Marie, GIS is more than just maps; it’s a toolkit for making smarter, data-driven decisions that impact everything from urban planning and environmental conservation. Kiera Shan, GIS Asset Management Coordinator, explores GIS Day on the podcast and provides some real-life examples of how GIS is making our City a safer, more sustainable and more connected place.2024-11-2012 minStories of Northern LifeHaunted Stories from the SaultHalloween is here! Join us for this 5 part series during the month of October when we look at true crime and scary stories.
Welcome to the last episode in our Halloween 2024 series! Today I am bringing you some stories of hauntings in sites around the Sault.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
2024-10-3109 minStories of Northern LifeThe Murder of Theresa DeCourcyHalloween is here! Join us for this 5 part series during the month of October when we look at true crime and scary stories.
Welcome to the last true crime story in our series. This episode we are looking at the murder of Theresa DeCourcy that occurred in 1945 and wasn't solved until 1992! Listen to this episode to learn what took place an how the case was finally solved.
***WARNING*** This episode contains discussions of true crime, murder, sexual assault, and r*p*, listener discretion is advised.
I hope...2024-10-1714 minStories of Northern LifeDalton Barber and the Murder of his Wife MarjorieHalloween is here! Join us for this 5 part series during the month of October when we look at true crime and scary stories.
Welcome to the second episode in this series. We are looking at the murder of Marjorie Barber by her husband Dalton Barber. This is a very intriguing case and I tried to summarize it as best I could for you.
***WARNING*** This episode contains discussions of true crime, murder, attempted suicide, and domestic abuse, listener discretion is advised.
Museum blog post on Angelina
I hope you...2024-10-1014 minStories of Northern LifeThe case of Angelina NapolitanoHalloween is here! Join us for this 5 part series during the month of October when we look at true crime and scary stories.
We start off with the famous case of Angelina Napolitano and the murder of her husband Pietro Napolitano. Angelina suffered through domestic abuse and it got to a point where she murdered her husband as she felt it was the only way to protect her family.
This became a monumental case not only in Canada but for the rest of the world. It was the first time the battered woman's defence was...2024-10-0315 minStories of Northern LifeThe War of 1812 in the SaultThe War of 1812! We had a lot of commemorations across Canada in 2012 for the bicentennial. Did you learn about the war then? Or what happened in the Sault during the War of 1812? Listen to the episode to learn more.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, Collections Management Assista2024-09-2614 minStories of Northern LifeErmatinger Old Stone HouseLast we discussed the fur trade here in the Sault. Now let's look at the Ermatinger Old Stone House as it played a big part in the fur trade in the Sault.
Learn about Mr. Ermatinger and the amazing stone mansion he built. And discover all the other people who called that place home.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
2024-09-1917 minStories of Northern LifeThe Fur Trade & Posts in the SaultThis week we bring you the stories of how the fur trade shaped our early village and the posts that they set up here.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, Collections Management Assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum2024-09-1221 minStories of Northern LifePaul Hazlett and the Turkey Lakes Watershed StudyJoin me today as I speak with Paul Hazlett former forest soils technician at the Great Lakes Forestry Centre. He worked on the Turkey Lakes Watershed Study starting in the 80s and eventually became the head of the project.
Learn about the Turkey Lakes Watershed Study and hear fun anecdotes from Paul about the early years.
Stay tuned for more about this exciting project.
Learn more here!
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by L...2024-09-0546 minStories of Northern LifeJohn Dedes: Here's Johnny!Listen to the story of John Dedes, founder of Entomica Insectarium, biologist & insectarium supervisor at the Great Lakes Forestry Centre and thespian.
Check out Entomica here!
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, Collections Management Assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum2024-08-2953 minStories of Northern LifeMatthew James: A chat with an emerging artistI had the pleasure of speaking with Matthew James a local emerging artist. We talk about his music, inspiration, journey and life in the Sault.
Check out his music here.
Sign up to his newsletter here to find out where he is playing next.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
...2024-08-2253 minStories of Northern LifeAnna Jameson & her visit to the SaultWelcome back to the Stories of Northern Life Podcast! Have you ever heard of Anna Jameson and her book Winter Studies and Summer Rambles in Canada? Join me as I take you through her life and her time here in the Sault. She was the first European woman to shoot the rapids and she makes friends with many of the famous figures here in 1837.
*Warning**** This episode contains words that may be triggering to some individuals. I read the text as it was written and some of the historic language is harmful.
2024-08-1524 minStories of Northern LifeThe First Words Written About the Sault: A 1924 articleWelcome back to the Stories of Northern Life Podcast! I found this article from 1924 that talked about the first mention of the Sault.
*Warning**** This episode contains words that may be triggering to some individuals. I read the text as it was written and some of the historic language is harmful.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her...2024-08-0816 minStories of Northern LifeMairi Morassut: The Sault Museum's Digital Mastermind!Today the shoe is on the other foot and Mairi, the creator and former host of the Stories of Northern Life podcast is being interviewed by our new host, Nicole Curry and the Sault Ste. Marie Museum's Executive Director William Hollingshead.
Check out Mairi's socials @mor.design_ or visit mormairi.com
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Music written, performed, and produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE2024-08-0149 min
Stories of Northern LifeThe Queer Project Part 8: SUSAN RAJAMAKISue (she/they) share her story of growing up in the Sault. Sue is a wealth of knowledge on queer history in Sault Ste. Marie. From attending parties at Mother Goderre's, to hanging out in the various nightclubs, to helping start Sault Pride! We are honoured to share their story on our podcast.
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Music written, performed, and produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, collections assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum
With cohost Pedro Caio.2024-07-251h 13
Stories of Northern LifeThe Queer Project Part 7: GAELYN & KELLYGaelyn (she/her) and her wife Kelly (she/her) share their stories with us. Gaelyn is the owner of Amore for your Pleasure. She and her store are a pillar of the queer community in Sault Ste. Marie, providing a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
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Music written, performed, and produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Hosted by Nicole Curry, collections assistant at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum
With cohost Pedro Caio.2024-07-181h 00
Stories of Northern LifeThe Queer Project Part 6: ASH & ZEPHJoin our hosts Nicole and Pedro Caio in our 6th instalment of the Queer Project. We are interviewing Ashley aka Ash (she/they) and Andrea aka Zeph (they/them). Learn their stories of coming to the Sault and discovering the world of Drag!
Ash's drag persona is Luke McAnally-Gore-Shadow. They are the co head of Haus of Gore.
Zeph's drag persona is Zephyr Shadow, a drag king out of Sault Ste. Marie Michigan!
Luke - @lukemcanallygoreshadow on Facebook & Instagram
Zephyr - @zephyr.shadow on Facebook & Instagram
2024-07-112h 01Stories of Northern LifeHistory of Tennis in the Sault Starting in 1890Summer sporting season calls for racket sports!!! With the rise of PickleBall in the community we reflect on the earliest racket sport that the Sault loved, Tennis.
Uncover the history of Tennis clubs and courts in Sault Ste. Marie since 1890! Listen Now2024-05-3017 min
Where You Belong.National AccessAbility WeekThe City of Sault Ste. Marie prioritizes accessibility services to ensure that everyone regardless of ability can fully participate in and enjoy everything our great city has to offer. From transportation to public facilities efforts are made every day to remove barriers and create a more inclusive community. In this episode Diane Morrell, Accessibility Coordinator, tells us about National AccessAbility Week and discusses the City's accessibility initiatives.2024-05-2822 minStories of Northern LifeGrowing up Downtown at 76 East StreetThis story was written by Richard Metcalfe around 2012 for the Museum's Collection. I hope you learn more about the downtown landscape in the early 1950s and the intricacies of a young boy's perspective living in a history building.
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design and Engagement Lead at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum
2024-05-1627 minStories of Northern LifeEmma Dingle & the Art of AcceptanceMiss Emma Dingle is representing Sault Ste. Marie in the Miss Ontario pageant 2024. Listen to her story and the message she hopes to share with the world.
She is the author of children's book "Just the Way you Are" raising $500 for the Northern Ontario Families of Children with Cancer, in the first 72 hours of sold-out sales.
Follow Emma's Journey:
https://www.instagram.com/missemmadingle/?next=%2Fdeva5610%2F&hl=cs
2024-05-0951 minStories of Northern LifeIts Fun to Stay at the YMCAIn this 10 minute episode learn about the history of the YMCA as gain an invitation to share your stories of time spent at the YMCA.
CONTACT US TO SHARE YOUR STORY
Email: mairi@saultmuseum.ca
Facebook & Instagram: @saultmuseum
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design and Engagement Lead at the Sault St...2024-05-0213 minStories of Northern LifeAlgoma's Newspapers, Community Events, and WolvesHow do these 3 topics intersect? listen to find out!
Learn about the past local newspapers, community events, and an interesting local character we have a lot to thank for.
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design and Engagement Lead at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum2024-04-1816 minStories of Northern LifeMark Dunn: Music, Writing & EducationMark lives and breathes music! It led him down a path of 9 published albums of original music, a career in writing & music education, and becoming the author of the book “You Get Bigger As You Go: Bruce Cockburn’s Influence and Evolution.
Listen to his story
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design a...2024-04-1147 minStories of Northern LifeVimy DayWe discuss the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the Vimy Memorial, local war memorials, significant museum projects, and the names of the fallen related to the Sault Ste. Maire Area.
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design and Engagement Lead at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum
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Where You Belong.Hop on with Sault TransitPublic Transit is the heartbeat of a vibrant, livable, and sustainable community. Sault Ste. Marie Transit Services provides a reliable and comfortable public transportation service and is continually monitoring the needs of its customers to create a positive experiences for every passenger. Jay Singh, dedicated transit operator, helps uncover the intricacies that make public transportation an important community infrastructure, exploring its unique features and the exceptional experience it offers to passengers. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. 2024-04-0213 minStories of Northern LifeEythan Henson: Cancer, Cameras & CreativityEythan Henson is a storyteller, content creator, videographer, personal trainer, and so much more…
He used grief and love to fuel a new creative outlet of storytelling through a camera lens. He has more than 1Million followers on TikTok and is now building a local page sharing the value of our community.
Listen to his story
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Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Host...2024-03-281h 16Stories of Northern LifeThe Power of Healing to Shape Reality: Vanessa FerlainoVanessa Ferlaino has vast experiences spanning tech, MedTech, impact investment, and activism to audiences of all sizes and intentions. She is a multi-award-winning author, speaker, mindfulness meditation guide, podcast host/producer, and philanthropist offering insights and wisdom on topics including wellbeing, personal growth, society and community activism, women empowerment and much more.
Through her upbringing in Sault Ste. Marie, we get to hear Vanessa’s story, as she’s grown into the inspiring woman she is today.
8 Billion Voices: https://www.8bv.org/
The Human Challenge Podcast: https://vanessaferlaino.com/theh...2024-03-191h 24
Stories of Northern LifeWhere is my Coffee? with William Hollingshead, the Director & Cheif Curator of the Sault MuseumHear Will's story, through his Eliot Lake childhood, OCAD education, and many experiences that led him to his role as the Director and Chief Curator. We discussed our amazing team and what has been in the works under his lead.
If you are curious about the behind-the-scenes happenings of the Sault Museum, this episode is for you!
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🎶Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut: Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
📓Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell: Listen to her story HERE
🎙Hosted by Mairi M...2024-03-0738 min
Stories of Northern LifeSEASON 2We are back with a new and refreshed look and feel! Listen for what to expect moving forward and who was involved in making this season even better.
Music written, performed, and Produced by Liam Morassut
Listen to local Band HOLLOW HEADS story HERE
Poetry written and performed by J.L. Fizzell
Listen to her story HERE
Hosted by Mairi Morassut, the Design and Engagement Lead at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum2024-03-0603 minStories of Northern LifeArenas of the Sault, the Gathering Place for the Love of Ice SportsThe city of Sault Ste Marie has a long history of hockey, skating, curling and most importantly a love for sports. The need for areas in this area has been around for decades and I don't think that need will die off any time soon...
We are going to talk about some of the arenas in Sault Ste Maire's history: The Gouin Street Arena, the Sault Memorial Gardens and all the name changes of the newest Sault arena. 2024-02-2909 min
Where You Belong.Why do business in Sault Ste. Marie?Sault Ste. Marie provides businesses with an opportunity to achieve a competitive advantage while providing a natural balance of family, environment, growth, and innovation. Rick Van Staveren, Director of Economic Development joins us to explore the thriving business landscape of Sault Ste. Marie and discover how our city is providing a unique blend of opportunities. 2024-02-2922 minStories of Northern LifeThe Place to Watch Vaudevilles, Perfromances or Block Buster FlicksWe are taking a short break from uploading new episodes of the podcast in a few weeks. Ending this season at 100 episodes!!!
Don’t worry we will be back with loads of interviews and stories to share soon!!!
The holidays will be a great time to catch up and listen to the 100 existing episodes, that maybe you missed…
You will still hear from us every Tuesday, as we are reposting some of our favourite episodes, like this one!
Season 2 is coming so stay tuned 👀
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The city of Sault S...2024-02-2207 minStories of Northern LifeGrace Pit, a woman heard and seen in your family room every day for 40 yearsWe are taking a short break from uploading new episodes of the podcast in a few weeks. Ending this season at 100 episodes!!!
Don’t worry we will be back with loads of interviews and stories to share soon!!!
The holidays will be a great time to catch up and listen to the 100 existing episodes, that maybe you missed…
You will still hear from us every Tuesday, as we are reposting some of our favourite episodes, like this one!
Season 2 is coming so stay tuned 👀
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This week's spotlight is on a...2024-02-1511 min
Where You Belong.What Makes a CAO?Leadership, integrity, and strategic thinker are only a few words to describe the qualities of a successful CAO. Malcolm White, the City of Sault Ste. Marie's CAO is wrapping up an impressive career in municipal government. From his start in recreation and culture to leading in local government through one of the most challenging times in recent history. Malcolm joins us with a special guest host to talk about the ups and downs in municipal government and what's up next in his retirement. 2024-01-3125 minStories of Northern LifeBid Farewell to the Old Year and Cheer to the Scottish Poet the Sault Celebrates Every YearYou know that old song they play in all the movies when the Clock strikes 12 on Dec 30th, marking the start of the new year?
Well, It's titled Auld Lang Syne, and was first written as a poem in 1788 by a Scottish man named Robert Burns.
He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide.
Cathrine Macleod (Owner of the Macleod Highland Dance Studio) shares her insight into the annual celebration and its prominence in Sault Ste Marie and our Scottish community. 2023-12-2132 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of Funeral Homes in SSM: Mr. Kiteley, Zachary Good and Deborah LinklaterArthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre was the first of its kind in Sault Ste. Marie. It opened in 1938 and Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel has been providing funerals, memorials, and celebration of life ceremonies to the community of Sault Ste. Marie, and its surrounding areas ever since.
Listen to Mr. Kiteley - one of the first funeral directors in this area discuss the history of funeral Homes and his personal story.
He sits with Zachary Good and Deborah Linklater
Zachary began his career in funeral services in 2009, obtaining his funeral director’s...2023-12-071h 16Stories of Northern LifeInterview with John Morassut: an Italian Immigrant, Knight of Columbus, Photographer, and my GrandfatherWe are coming to you today from my Nonni’s kitchen table and I'm here with none other than John Morassut my Nonno.
We talk about his life as an immigrant to Sault Ste. Marie from Italy as a 13-year-old, early education, how he met his wife, the Knights of Columbus in Sault Ste Marie, and his photography career and volunteer experience.2023-11-0255 minStories of Northern LifeQueen Street CemeteryWe are going to take you on a guided tour of what? A cemetery but not just any cemetery. The only remaining cemetery associated with the village of Sault Ste. Marie (1871), the town of Sault Ste. Marie (1887), and the city of Sault Ste. Marie (1912).
Get to know some of the recognizable figures that rest there...
Now I know it may sound strange and scary but I encourage you to take out a mobile device, download this episode and go for a walk in the Old Town Cemetery.
The...2023-10-2618 minStories of Northern LifeDawson Block, John Dawson and his FamilyThis story starts with John Dawson, the head of a family with a long and significant record in commerce, public service and politics in Sault Ste. Marie.
He built the Dawson Block (the historic building next to the Sault Museum) in 1894 to house the family grocery business on the main level.
His legacy was not just laid in stone but carried through his family...
2023-10-1214 minStories of Northern LifeFirst Hotels in Sault Ste Marie: Where Good Conversation was Enough Compensation for Shelter and FoodListen along as we read an article dated December 24th, 1955.
Learn about the first "House" as hotels were called back then andvabout how hotels progressed in Sault Ste. Marie. 2023-10-0506 minStories of Northern LifeDavid and Margaret Pim: on their family and work in early Sault Ste. MarieLearn about two of the earliest people of note who settled in Sault Ste. Marie
They played a large role in the postal service in this area. That is why they are a favourite topic here at the Sault Museum, the Old Post Office building (though our building was built after their time in charge).
Next time you are driving along Pim Street you'll think about these two and their story!
2023-08-3109 minStories of Northern LifeKalle Mattson: On His Career as a Singer/SongwriterIn this interview, Kalle Mattson, a Juno and Polaris Music Prize nominated singer/ songwriter dives into his musical journey.
Starting as a young boy born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie to the successful artist he is today, releasing his latest project summersets with fellow Saut native Andrew Sowka and teaching his craft at Carlton University.
It's an inside scoop on the music industry and how a young Northern Ontario artist caught many successes to be where he is today.
You are going to want to listen to this....
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Find Kalle and...2023-08-1756 minStories of Northern LifeInterview with Ric Datson: Drumming career of 43 yearsToday Ric Datson our assistant curator at the museum is joining me on this episode.
This rockstar has been crushing the drums for the community of Sault Ste Marie and beyond for 43 years! 2023-08-1021 minStories of Northern LifeStory of John Prince Part 2: Life in Sault Ste. MarieWe start just after the 1837 rebellion of Upper Canada, where John Prince ordered 5 Fenian prisoners executed by firing squad without any legal trial.
Because of his actions and the threats of another rebellion Sir, John A Macdonald sent him off to Sault Ste. Maire to become the first Judge of the Algoma District.
Listen to this episode to learn more about his life in Algoma!
2023-07-1316 minStories of Northern LifeThe Story of John Prince: Part 1John Prince sure is a fascinating character in Sault Ste Marie History, but this episode talks about his early life and what lead him to relocate here!
Listen to learn more about a Sault Ste Marie historic figure, John Prince2023-07-0609 minStories of Northern LifeRON IRWINSault Ste. Marie's City Hall recently had a name change: as of 2020 it is now known as the Ronald A. Irwin Civic Centre. Obviously, if someone has earned having their name on the building they must have done some impressive things, but who exactly was Ronald A. Irwin beyond simply being a former mayor? Let's find out.2023-06-2904 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of St. Jean Baptiste Day & Collecting French HistoryListen to Nicole Curry the Collections Assitant at the Sault Museum & Coordinator at the Centre de Francophone as she shares the history of the French holiday St. Jean Baptiste Day, & our French Oral History Project, which collects French stories in Sault Ste Marie. 2023-06-2214 minStories of Northern LifeThe Batchewana Moose Hunt of 1906The Batchewana Moose Hunt of 1906 is, well, more or less what it sounds: a group of friends from around Canada and North America travelling to Sault Ste. Marie in order to hunt Moose and other game.
See pictures and original writing here: http://www.saultmuseum.ca/museum-musings/the-batchewana-moose-hunt-of-19062023-06-0805 minStories of Northern LifeDonut Day: an American WWI StoryNo, it's not just a day designated by someone who likes to eat donuts, it has a historical story, which I will share with you today!!!
Stick around and learn about the Salvation Army Lassies, and how they made donuts on the front lines for the soldiers during WWI.
Come to the Sault Museum on June 2nd at 9:30 am till supplies last for a coffee and a donut for just $3. Proceeds will go to preserving military history in Sault Ste Marie.
2023-06-0105 minStories of Northern LifeCanada's Very First Italian Club started in Sault Ste. MarieIt's true, the very first Italian club in all of Canada started in Sault Ste. Maire in 1914! Learn more about the club's origin and its long history here in the Sault2023-05-2508 minStories of Northern LifeInterview with ADAM PROULX, A Canadian Puppeteer and Theatre CreatorAdam Francis Proulx is a Canadian puppeteer and theatre creator. He explored puppetry while working at the Walt Disney World parks but truly began when he was cast in the first Canadian company of Avenue Q.
Nearly a decade later, through his company, The Pucking Fuppet Co., Adam creates original theatre, builds custom puppets, and provides education and puppetry direction.
Adam will be in town performing his latest show...
FERRY TALE! A special fundraising event for Fringe North Festival
WHEN: May 12 and 13
TIME: Doors open at 7 p.m. (music, food, beverages); Show starts at 8 p.m. (run time is...2023-05-0459 min
Where You Belong.Ready for AnythingWinter storms, thunder storms or floods are some examples of emergencies that citizens of Sault Ste. Marie could experience. Are you prepared? Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that encourages Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face an emergency: make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed. In this episode Lauren Perry, Community Emergency Management Coordinator tells us more about Emergency Preparedness Week and how citizens of Sault Ste. Marie can be ready for anything. 2023-05-0123 minStories of Northern LifeWho First Surveyed Sault Ste. Marie?Have you ever wondered who first defined points of the land we call Sault Ste Marie and even named a few of our first streets?
Well, I'm going to tell you...
I would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Robinson-Huron Treaty territory and that the land on which we are gathered is the traditional territory of the Anishnaabeg, specifically the Garden River and Batchewana First Nations, as well as Métis People.
Throughout this story, I tried my best to find resources to fill in the gaps of the sto...2023-04-2709 min
Where You Belong.What waste goes where?Spring has sprung, the snow is melting, and residents are all starting to do their annual clean-up of garages, basements, and those overstuffed junk drawers. But now what to do with all the waste. In this episode Spencer Lavergne, the City of Sault Ste. Marie's Waste Diversion Supervisor tells us more about the Household Hazardous Waste Depot and the upcoming season.2023-04-1714 minStories of Northern LifeFarewell Memorial Gardens, 2006On, April 9th, 2006 at 2 pm in the Sault Ste. Marie Memeorial Gardens the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 held a special decommissioning service for the Sault Memeorial Gardens.
They gathered to say a grand farewell to the 57-year-old memorial gardens.
We share the program for the Decommissioning Service and read a few speeches spoken to the large audience that day in the Memorial Gardens.
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Stories of Northern LifeHistorical Recording: History of St. Joe's IslandThis episode is a historical recording of the Sault Ste Marie & 49th Field Regiment Historical Society meeting in the 1970s. You will be presented with the History of St. Joes Island, with a few ending questions and the atmospheric sound of the meeting group.
I hope you learn a little something new about St. Joes Island today!
Keep in mind that this was recorded in the 1970s. We recognize that some of the languages is not modern and is not acceptable. Our intention in sharing this recording and others like this is to highlight our...2023-03-1625 minStories of Northern LifeSault Ste Marie WomenIt is international Women's day on March 8th and we are going to share, celebrate and honour a list of influential local women from our city's past.
Listen to the full episodes of the individual women I talked about in this episode:
Aroura Butkovich https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/3jwRM2X5pxb
Grace Pitt https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/g0GzkJ05pxb
Anna McCrea https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/IhNvME35pxb
Roberta Bondar Pt. 1 https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/lpDMnP55pxb
Roberta Bondar Pt. 2 h...2023-03-0209 minStories of Northern LifeInterview with BRYANT McBRIDEBryant McBride grew up here in Sault Ste. Marie, played hockey, gained incredible education studying at West Point Military Acadamy, and Harvard to name a few, was the Vice President of Business Development for the NHL for 7 years, and was the highest-ranking African American executive there, built seven start-ups all at the intersection of sports and technology, and is the co-founder and Ceo of a leading User-generated content engagement platform, called Burst, is the producer of a film called willie, and another called 6 Days in November is coming soon.
This is such a great episode, and we h...2023-02-2337 min
Where You Belong.Ontario Municipal Heritage WeekThe Ontario Heritage Trust describes Heritage as the people, places, traditions and stories we identify, protect, promote, and preserve Ontario’s heritage. Each February municipalities across Ontario celebrate heritage in all its forms, including cultural and natural, architectural, archaeological and collections. In this episode Virginia McLeod, the City’s Manager of Recreation and Culture discusses Ontario Municipal Heritage Week and how the City of Sault Ste. Marie will celebrate. 2023-02-1715 minStories of Northern LifeEDMONIA LEWIS, an Afro-Indigenous SculptorIt is February which is also Black History month, and we don’t have anything in the collection here at the Sault Museum on black history. We recently discovered an African-American, Haitian, and Chippewa (Ojibwa) artist, whose famous work has a connection to Sault Ste Marie. And her name is Edmonia Lewis.
So today we are sharing her story and her work!
Listen for an inspiring story of a woman who didn't let anything get in her way of reaching her dream2023-02-1614 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of the Bon Soo Winter CarnivalBon Soo, the winter carnival that holds a special place in the hearts of all of us who grew up in or near Sault Ste. Marie
For this one special week, you enjoy the magic of what people can create with snow and ice, and the cold long winter doesn’t seem so bad.
This year we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Bon Soo Winter Carnival
...so let’s learn a little more about its 60-year history!2023-02-0218 min
Where You Belong.Bon Soo kicks off Where You Belong.It's that time of year for the big guy in red and white to come to town and no it's not Santa Claus... it's local Sault Ste. Marie celebrity Mr. Bon Soo. In this episode Josh Ingram the City’s Area Coordinator of Special Events and Sports Tourism discusses the 60th Anniversary of Bon Soo. This conversation kicks off the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s brand new podcast Where You Belong.2023-01-2821 minStories of Northern LifeHistorical Society's Search for a Museum SpaceIn this episode, we give you a very brief history of the Historical Society, when they first found a space to build its collection, and the hunt to find a new space soon after. Though we all know where they chose to start the city museum, this year is the 40th anniversary of the Sault Ste Marie Museum when we first came together and opened the space here at 690 Queen Street E. (previously known as the Dominion building or Old Post Office). We want to share the history of how we got here and all that goes into keeping...2023-01-2612 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of the Sault Fire DepartmentOver the years we lost a lot of great historic buildings, monuments, and what would be artifacts today due to terrible fires, catching a spark by surprise. Since 1889 the Sault Ste. Maire Fire Department has been there to fight those fires for us.
There are so many significant fires that occurred, some with heartbreaking stories but some with little damage due to the Sault fire department.
Listen and learn more about how they started and how the Sault Ste. Marie Fire Department progressed over the years! 2023-01-1908 minStories of Northern LifeInterview with Ray FoxThis episode is an Interview with Ray Fox a Northern Ontario-based Anishinaabe Visual Artist and our current artist-in-residence. He’s been with us since April 2022 and is now at the end of his residency closing it off with an exhibition.
This is an awesome episode where you get to hear Ray's voice as he talks about his artistic journey, his time at the museum, what to look forward to for his upcoming show and much more!
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EXHIBITION OPENING!
Join the Sault Ste Marie Museum and Ray for his Exhibition Opening, this Sat...2023-01-1240 minStories of Northern LifeThe Noel Candle: A Christmas Story ReadingToday I thought I would pick up this small red book from the collection, with a few crayon scribbles on the pages, a loose spine, and illustrated pictures featuring 5 short Christmas stories.
Listen to your host share a short story in the spirit of the season of love, and giving!
Happy Holidays from the Sault Ste. Marie Museum!!! 2022-12-2213 minStories of Northern LifeFlags at City HallIn 2009, The City of Sault Ste. Marie, in collaboration with the Sault Ste. Marie and Area Local Immigration Partnership established a flag gallery on Foster Drive in front of City Hall.
Your host Mairi talks about her, and her mom's experience raising a flag in 2009 and chats about the flags that were added to the flag gallery ever since.2022-12-0107 minStories of Northern Life1800s Artists Illustrating SSM: WILLIAM ARMSTRONGWilliam Armstrong first made a name for himself as a civil engineer – through his work on some of Canada’s early railways – and as a pioneer in the use of photography for industrial purposes. But it was his art that has given him a place in history!
He was one of the Artists in the 1800s that traveled through Sault Ste Marie and illustrated its early history.
Souces:
https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/exhibits/virtual/historical-figures/william-armstrong/
https://www.watercolourworld.org/searchartist=William+Armstrong&displayCount=74&paintingIndex=302022-11-2407 minStories of Northern LifeMurder Mystery: a 176 year old caseNicole Curry our Collections Assistant reads to you an article written in 1996 about a murder mystery that happened in Sault Ste Marie Michigan.
Now this case is 176 years old and still unsolved with not enough evidence to truly convict a murderer. Your host, Mairi adds more points of research to the characters and case to help you make your own verdict!2022-10-2712 minStories of Northern Life1800's Artists Illustrating SSM: ANNA JAMESONThere are many artists that came to the Sault to capture the “Stories of Northern Life” and in the 1800s that looked a lot different than today.
If it weren't for these artists writing, painting or illustrating in some way. We would have very few resources in understanding the way of life.
In the upcoming episodes, I will be going through a number of artists that stopped or stayed awhile in Sault Ste. Marie captured moments in time for us to admire and learn from for years to come.
Our first artist is the...2022-10-2006 minStories of Northern LifeNational Day for Truth and ReconciliationThis will be the second year September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On September 30th we also recognize Orange Shirt Day.
We will give you a brief description of the day, what it symbolizes, what's happening in the Sault for it, and resources. So let's get into it...
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Here is where we got most of the info https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html
Here’s the promotional material from the gov https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013251/1534874002459
https://www.orangeshirtday.org/
...2022-09-2905 minStories of Northern LifeAsk a Museum: Answers from our StaffWe are answering your questions about our museum staff and the Sault Ste. Marie Museum itself. Your host sits down with Will, Ric, and Nicole and talks about the job, the people and this unique space we call YOUR Museum!
Want to know about the Clock Tower? The Creepiest artifacts we have in the collection? What Will our Executive Director and Chief Curator has in his personal collection? and more! give this episode a listen2022-09-2213 minStories of Northern LifeQueen's Visit to Sault Ste. MarieMarking the passing of the Queen, we remember the time she and Prince Philip stopped on their Canadian tour in Sault Ste Marie!
Despite the wrongdoings of the crown, the visit of the Queen and Prince Phillip was a significant event for Sault Ste Marie, for a prominent figure to visit our small northern city. It was important to many people around town. The intentions of this episode are to share with you the direct history of Sault Ste Marie and historical events in this area.
With that said, I will take you through hour...2022-09-1507 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of Sault ArenasThe city of Sault Ste Marie has a long history of hockey, skating, curling and most importantly a love for sports. The need for areas in this area has been around for decades and I don't think that need will die off any time soon...
We are going to talk about some of the arenas in Sault Ste Maire's history: The Gouin Street Arena, the Sault Memorial Gardens and all the name changes of the newest Sault arena. 2022-09-0108 minStories of Northern LifeWemyss SimpsonThis character we are talking about today was a Canadian politician and businessman who was active in Canada in the mid-to-late 1800s. He is notable for quite a number of accomplishments around the Algoma district, which obviously makes him very relevant to Sault Ste. Marie's history. If you don't know much about him, you hopefully will by the end of this episode.
Episode is written by Justin Brett. 2022-08-2505 minStories of Northern LifeJoesph Laderoute: Boy SopranoThere are many famous people who lived in Sault Ste. Marie, many of whom have also appeared in this Podcast. People like Roberta Bondar or Paul Kane are fairly well-known in this category, but one person you may not know off by heart is Joseph Laderoute. Rather than being a politician, astronaut, or explorer, he was a professional singer and a very talented one at that.
Listen and learn a little bit about the Boy Soprano and his long-lived career in music... Also go to our website and find our Digital Archival Database to find more articles...2022-08-1805 minStories of Northern LifeTheaters in Sault Ste. MarieThe city of Sault Ste Marie had 15 theatres between 1901 and 1923. There was a theater every few steps along our downtown core at one point in time and we are going to talk about a few of these city gems.
The first theatre in town was the Grand Opera House, constructed in 1903 by Albert Search at the corner of Bay and Brock Streets. It ceased operating in 1923, and the building itself was demolished in 1972.
This episode will talk about the history of Orpheum Theater, Princess Theatre, and Algoma Theatre! Listen now to learn a little about s...2022-08-1106 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of the Steam BathsThe Steam Baths was located on Albert Street and was built by the Finish as it was an important part of their culture. The rest of Sault Ste. Marie began to fall in love with the steam! This local landmark is no longer standing but Play this short episode and learn a brief history and its importance to Sault Ste. Marie.
Information from this podcast came from a conversation with locals as well as observing posts and comments in local Facebook groups. 2022-08-0404 minStories of Northern LifeHeritage Properties: Buildings and PlaquesThis episode is a continuation of last week's episode and will go through all the designated plaques, buildings, and sites of Sault Ste. Marie.
Learn more about the History of your city through its heritage sites!!
The information for this episode came from the City of Sault Ste Marie website under the Municipal Heritage Committee.2022-07-2814 minStories of Northern LifeHeritage Properties: ResidencesSault Ste. Marie currently has 38 designated heritage properties which include buildings, plaques and monuments. Most of these are found in the downtown core or in nearby neighborhoods where most of the early development of the City took place. These designated sites help keep the city's history alive! So let's talk about them...
The information for this episode came from the City of Sault Ste Marie website under the Municipal Heritage Committee.2022-07-2107 minStories of Northern LifeItalian Community: Stories of DiscriminationThis week's episode of the stories of Northern Life is a series of clips taken from interviews with the Italian community recorded in 2001. The clips are their answers to the question “Have you been discriminated against?”.
These stories are mainly from people born here in Sault Ste. Marie but parents immigrated to the West end from Italy, while very few interviewed immigrated themselves. Nonetheless, both groups experienced discrimination for a long period of time Italians and other newcomers were not accepted in the community
You will hear the voices of Art Gualazzi, Carmen Provenzano, Ennis Perugi...2022-07-1419 min
Stories of Northern LifeHistorical Recoding about Skindiving and Shipwrecks in the Great LakesThis episode is a historical society meeting in 1971 with Corp Ivan Shanahan talking about Skindiving and Shipwrecks in the Great Lakes. He discussed Scuba Diving and some of the wrecks he has come across during his dives.
Come by the Sault Ste Marie Museum and check out our Air, Land, and Sea exhibit on display in our Durham galery as well as our permanent marine exhibit! 2022-07-0717 minStories of Northern LifePride in Sault Ste. MarieIt is June so that means it is pride month. And we wanted to share with you a little history about pride in the community as well as create a form of documentation of this presence. We don’t have a single artifact or document in our collection on the subject. We know that there is a proud LGBTQQIP2SAA+ community here in the Sault. This community has been around for many years but our collection doesn't represent that. At the end of the podcast, I will talk about a way we hope to remedy that, but we are re...2022-06-2308 min
Stories of Northern LifeNaming our StreetsHave you ever wondered how street names got their name? Who chooses them and what significance do they hold if any?
In this episode, you will get a little glimpse as to who choose the names in a period of Sault Ste. Marie History as well as some of the significance of a few streets used by you and many generations before.2022-05-1208 min
Stories of Northern LifeHow the Sault Museum StartedWant to know the history of how the Sault Ste. Marie & 49th Field Regiment R.C.A. Historical Society came to be the Museum you see today? The story starts in 1902 with just a group of avid history buffs... 2022-05-0512 minStories of Northern LifeHistory of Bellevue ParkWe go through a brief timeline of Sault Ste. Marie's favourite Park and talk about some of the iconic features it had over the years. 2022-04-2108 min
Stories of Northern LifeWomen's History Month: Roberta Bondar Pt.2We continue the story of Roberta's undeniably inspirational life. We talk about her relationship with her home of Sault Ste. Marie, her biggest life decisions, her time as an astronaut, and the difficulties she faced.2022-04-0722 min
Stories of Northern LifeWomen's History Month: Grace PittThis week's spotlight is on a special woman that felt like a part of the family throughout the 40 years of her career in radio and television broadcasting in Sault Ste. Marie. She became something of a local celebrity who entertained and inspired everyone, especially women, in the twin Saults.2022-03-1711 min
Stories of Northern LifeWomen's History Month: Aurora ButkovitchThis week's episode is on Aurora Butkovich, otherwise known as the Pizza Queen. This is the woman who brought Sault Ste. Marie Aurora’s, Mrs. B’s, a few other spots over the years. Order yourself a slice of pizza and dig into this week's episode!2022-03-1008 minStories of Northern LifeHistorical Recording of the ceremonies at the Sault Ste. Marie armoury in 1952This episode features a historical recording of the ceremonies at the Sault Ste. Marie armoury in 1952.2022-03-0932 min
Stories of Northern LifeWomen's History Month: Lois BeckettLOIS BECKETT. She is Sault Ste. Marie’s first female police officer. Not only that but she happens to set the record for the longest service of her gender. Two firsts that hold great accomplishment and dedication to her work and the community of Sault Ste. Marie.
In this episode you will meet your host Mairi as she guides you through Beckett's career and talk about the importance of “the firsts”.2022-03-0305 minStories of Northern LifeHistorical interview with Sandra LemayThis episode features a historical interview with Sandra Lemay. She recalls growing up in the North around mile 67; Sault Ste. Marie, and the importance of the Coppermine Point Lighthouse to her family.2022-02-1707 min
Being Human PodcastA New Vision For Mental Health - Walk With UsWe invite you to walk with us, on a new path, to reclaim your mental health and gain freedom from mental illness. If you're looking for a new way of achieving mental health, away from the traditional medical model, this is the place for you.
The New Hope Podcast is a collaboration between Scott Ste Marie and Matt Janes, two mental health clinicians who have spent the last decade helping people heal.
We'll share stories of our own recoveries from mental illness and how we've helped other people to do the same.
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Being Human PodcastIt's Time to Take Control of Your Mental HealthMy name is Scott Ste Marie and I exist on this beautiful planet to help people take control of their mental health. Welcome to the Depression to Expression Podcast where we go beyond cringe self-care movements, mental health awareness and quick life hacks. You'll find experts interviewed in the field of psychology, psychiatry, naturopathic medicine, osteopathy and of course, people with lived experience. You will gain useful knowledge, alternative perspectives and develop a new positive attitude after listening to each episode. If you're up for pure, honest, unfiltered expression, you've found the right podcast.
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