SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW ON PARLIAMENT HILL

The Fathers of Confederation.

The image of Terry Fox. A true Canadian Hero.
The National Capital Commission puts on this fabulous show which is projected on the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings and along with stories, music and amazing colours is a must see event in the summer time. This years show was reworked to incorporate the story of Ottawa being chosen as the Capital of Canada by Queen Victoria in 1857. This year marks the 150th Anniversary of that historic event. http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/soundandlight/home , http://www.1857.gc.ca

50th ANNIVERSARY OF "THE LITTLE ROCK NINE"

Minnijean Brown Trickey in conversation with CBC's Adrian Harewood.

A cake celebrating Minnijean Brown Trickey day sits on top of a poster that talks about how racism and hate destroys lives.

Councillor Maria McRae speaking on behalf of the Mayor, with Police Chief Vernon White and Minnijean Brown Trickey.

Minnijean Brown Trickey day in Ottawa, November 5, 2007.

At the old Nepean City Hall, Minnijean Brown Trickey along with dignitaries, members of the Ottawa Police Force, students and friends gathered to see Minniejean Brown Trickey recieve a proclamation from Mayor Larry O'Brien declaring November 5, 2007 as Minnijean Brown Trickey day in Ottawa. This is the 50th Anniversary of the "Little Rock Nine" event in Little Rock, Arkansas where nine students were escorted into Central High School and end the colour barrier.