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Few digital collection explains influence of Western Canadian artists

A large number of nationally and internationally renowned artists have come out of Western Canada over the years. Names such as Lionel Lemoine FitzGerald, Bertram Brooker, Leo Mol, Arnold O. Bridgen, George Swinton and many others have been recognized not only for their individual talents, but for their influence on other Canadian artists and in [...]

"The Royal Alex"

“New Year’s Eve”  Jan 1 , 1913 , the Royal Alex Hotel at Higgins & Main St  in Winnipeg was ablaze with lights , laughter and music.    It was described in the local media of the time – the newspapers that the dining room of the “Alex” and cafe were both crowded to the hilt [...]