Tartan Day and the Declaration of Arbroath
April 6, 2026
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 6, 2026
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 […]
Sir Sandford Fleming: A Scottish-Canadian Icon
January 7, 2026
Sandford Fleming is near the top of the list when it comes to legendary Scottish-Canadians. The prolific surveyor, engineer and inventor was born in Scotland on January 7, 1827. He […]
Auld Lang Syne: A Scottish-Canadian Success Story
December 14, 2025
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 […]
Historic Talk Coming to St. Andrew’s Stone Church on Sept. 27th
August 10, 2025
The Friends of St Andrew’s Stone Church and Cemetery in Caledon, Ontario is hosting a presentation on the meaning behind gravestone design. The talk will take place onsite on Saturday, […]
John Buchan 150th Birthday Celebration
July 2, 2025
Blog post submitted by: Graham Desson – Treasurer, St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto One of the many endearing traits of the Scots is celebration of their famous literary figures through […]
The Scottish Composer of The Maple Leaf Forever
July 1, 2025
Alexander Muir was a songwriter, soldier, and school headmaster. Born in Scotland, he is best remembered for composing one of Canada’s most beloved songs, The Maple Leaf Forever. Muir was […]