Tartan Day and the Declaration of Arbroath
April 2, 2023
Tartan Day was inspired by Scotland but originated in Canada. The idea can be traced back to a Federation of Scottish Clans meeting that took place in Nova Scotia in 1986. Attendees proposed a day to honour the contributions of Scottish immigrants and their descendants to Canada. The date was chosen to recognize the Declaration of Arbroath which was signed on April 6, 1320. The Declaration was ...
Tartan Day and the Declaration of Arbroath
April 2, 2023
Tartan Day was inspired by Scotland but originated in Canada. The idea can be traced back to a Federation of Scottish Clans meeting that took place in Nova Scotia in […]
Auld Lang Syne: A Scottish-Canadian Success Story
December 28, 2022
The singing of Auld Lang Syne is synonymous with New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world. But how did an old Scottish folk song become so popular? It may surprise […]
The Scotsman Known as ‘The Father of Argentine Football’
December 18, 2022
Argentina defeated France in a thrilling penalty shootout today to win their third World Cup title. The South American nation has long been considered among the sport’s elite powers. An […]
Charity Ball Video and Photos
December 12, 2022
The St. Andrew’s Charity Ball has been celebrating Scottish-Canadian culture for over 100 years. The event returned to the the Toronto Reference Library on November 26th after two years of […]
Great Times at December’s Learn to Curl Social
December 4, 2022
The St. Andrew’s Society hosted a Learn to Curl Social on Saturday, December 3 at the High Park Club. This was done in partnership with the St. Patrick’s Parade Society […]
The Discovery of Insulin
November 14, 2022
World Diabetes Day is recognized annually on November 14th. Today, we remember the three Canadians and a Scot who all contributed to the discovery of insulin. Clockwise from top left: […]