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The purpose of this initiative is to share healthcare stories of the Maritimes. We need to shed light on what is happeni...
07/05/2023

The purpose of this initiative is to share healthcare stories of the Maritimes. We need to shed light on what is happening in our ERs, doctor's offices, and other programs. Knowledge and sharing stories is the first step toward pushing for solutions. [Read More...]

The purpose of this initiative is to share healthcare stories of the Maritimes. We need to shed light on what is happening in our ERs, doctor’s offices, and other programs. Knowledge and shar…

Cat LeBlanc interviewed By Shaylynn HayesAs an Acadian myself, I’m curious since you’re a LeBlanc, are your ancestors Ac...
07/05/2023

Cat LeBlanc interviewed By Shaylynn Hayes
As an Acadian myself, I’m curious since you’re a LeBlanc, are your ancestors Acadian?
I am Acadian on my father’s side. A LeBlanc family tragedy resulted in the language and heritage being lost to a large degree. My mother is Irish. She was born in Grand Falls and became a French teacher. She lives in Miramichi. I’m fascinated by my heritage on both sides.
How have the [Read More...]

Cat LeBlanc interviewed By Shaylynn Hayes As an Acadian myself, I’m curious since you’re a LeBlanc, are your ancestors Acadian? I am Acadian on my father’s side. A LeBlanc family tragedy resulted i…

Prologue“It was in 2013 that Phillip Boudreau was dropped – allegedly – to the bottom of the sea, but his neighbours wou...
07/05/2023

Prologue
“It was in 2013 that Phillip Boudreau was dropped – allegedly – to the bottom of the sea, but his neighbours would not be entirely surprised if he walked out of the ocean tomorrow, coated in seaweed and dripping with brine, smiling.

“After all, Phillip had often vanished for long periods during his forty-three years, and he always came back to where he’d grown up – Alderney Point, at the edge of the [Read More...]

Prologue “It was in 2013 that Phillip Boudreau was dropped – allegedly – to the bottom of the sea, but his neighbours would not be entirely surprised if he walked out of the ocean tomorrow, coated …

As Coronavirus (Covid-19) is confirmed in the   and the numbers grow country (and worldwide), many in the Maritimes are ...
07/05/2023

As Coronavirus (Covid-19) is confirmed in the and the numbers grow country (and worldwide), many in the Maritimes are likely frustrated by the lack of care. For a part of the world where ER closures and doctor shortages are normal, the thought of coronavirus is terrifying for provinces that already have an aging population and decline in services. According to a Global News Article, "Statistics Canada estimates that more [Read More...]

As Coronavirus (Covid-19) is confirmed in the Maritimes and the numbers grow country (and worldwide), many in the Maritimes are likely frustrated by the lack of care. For a part of the world where …

Do you think you make money at selling your creations, or is it Just for the love of it?I’ve been knitting/crocheting si...
07/05/2023

Do you think you make money at selling your creations, or is it Just for the love of it?
I’ve been knitting/crocheting since I was 10 yrs old so over the years it was “just for the love of it”, and as an adult for “gifting” to family and friends but a few years ago I started to sell some items and then decided to start my own business as a maker. I do make a small income from selling the items I make. I currently [Read More...]

Do you think you make money at selling your creations, or is it Just for the love of it? I’ve been knitting/crocheting since I was 10 yrs old so over the years it was “just for the love of it”, and…

Interview with Jimmy Rankin, Interviewed by Shaylynn HayesDo you feel maritime culture has been a huge influence on your...
06/05/2023

Interview with Jimmy Rankin, Interviewed by Shaylynn Hayes
Do you feel maritime culture has been a huge influence on your music? If so, how?
Yes, definitely. I’m from Mabou, Cape Breton – a place steeped in Celtic music and story-telling. A lot of my songs come from that place; for instance, Mull River Shuffle, Haul Away the Whale, Feel the Same Way Too and many more.
Growing up what was your exposure to folk music like?
Cape [Read More...]

Interview with Jimmy Rankin, Interviewed by Shaylynn Hayes Do you feel maritime culture has been a huge influence on your music? If so, how? Yes, definitely. I’m from Mabou, Cape Breton – a place s…

I am a collector of bones… no, not in a horror movie kind of way… more like in a Victorian era naturalist, gentleman sci...
06/05/2023

I am a collector of bones… no, not in a horror movie kind of way… more like in a Victorian era naturalist, gentleman scientist kind of way. I have several whale vertebrae in my collection, for example. One fossil vertebra was mundanely added: I bought it at one of those mineral/fossil shows that I frequent from time to time. Once, in Newfoundland, I traded a giant pyrite crystal for a s***m whale vertebra. But, by far [Read More...]

I am a collector of bones… no, not in a horror movie kind of way… more like in a Victorian era naturalist, gentleman scientist kind of way. I have several whale vertebrae in my collection, for exam…

CHAPTER 3 – LEEWARD TO DISASTERU.S.S. Wilkes [DD-441] commenced another deployment cruising through calm seas, light win...
06/05/2023

CHAPTER 3 – LEEWARD TO DISASTER
U.S.S. Wilkes [DD-441] commenced another deployment cruising through calm seas, light winds and early morning haze providing convoy protection for supplies ship, U.S.S.POLLUX [AKS-2] in company with U.S.S.TRUXTUN [DD-229]. Steaming in formation, course set, the duty bound convoy made its way to the North Atlantic Lend-Lease Base at Argentia - Newfoundland.

The ships fearlessly made [Read More...]

CHAPTER 3 – LEEWARD TO DISASTER U.S.S. Wilkes [DD-441] commenced another deployment cruising through calm seas, light winds and early morning haze providing convoy protection for supplies ship, U.S…

I am a Licensed Practical nurse.I’d have to say one concern I have is healthcare provider burn out and how do we keep th...
06/05/2023

I am a Licensed Practical nurse.

I’d have to say one concern I have is healthcare provider burn out and how do we keep the ratio of nurses/Dr/CCA to patient care as it should be, if staff get sick as well. How will this effect the care for our patients not just in hospitals but one being cared for in there homes.

How people can help is, wash your hands, cough in your arm, try and practice social distance as much as [Read More...]

I am a Licensed Practical nurse. I’d have to say one concern I have is healthcare provider burn out and how do we keep the ratio of nurses/Dr/CCA to patient care as it should be, if staff get sick …

Canadian Americana folk-country rocker Jeff Gay is looking way up in his new album, Stargazer, including single “XOXO” —...
05/05/2023

Canadian Americana folk-country rocker Jeff Gay is looking way up in his new album, Stargazer, including single “XOXO” — featuring multi-award winning singer/songwriter Christina Martin — each available now.

Many of tracks on Stargazer wade into the darker depths of romantic relationships, and “XOXO” is no exception. “Honestly? I was thinking about women I’ve known through the years who’ve told me [Read More...]

Canadian Americana folk-country rocker Jeff Gay is looking way up in his new album, Stargazer, including single “XOXO” — featuring multi-award winning singer/songwriter Christina Martin — each avai…

I had the pleasure of interviewing Canadian actor Jonathan Torrens!What inspired you to become an actor?It’s funny, I do...
05/05/2023

I had the pleasure of interviewing Canadian actor Jonathan Torrens!
What inspired you to become an actor?
It’s funny, I don’t really think of myself as an actor but I guess I am. Maybe because most of the shows I’ve done over the years have been hybrids. Mockumentaries, sketch shows, fake reality shows. For some reason I think of actors as being way more serious. Acting found me. I was in high school at St. Pat’s in [Read More...]

I had the pleasure of interviewing Canadian actor Jonathan Torrens! What inspired you to become an actor? It’s funny, I don’t really think of myself as an actor but I guess I am. Maybe because most…

When I first thought of lighthouses I did not see their beauty. Their allure went no further than their location. As a c...
05/05/2023

When I first thought of lighthouses I did not see their beauty. Their allure went no further than their location. As a child, and even now, my strongest focus is the sea. Many of my childhood memories involve a speedboat and trips out on the Atlantic Ocean. The spray of salt water and the sound of seagulls will forever calm me.

I would not swim until I was about nine, but I loved the water. If I was enjoying my time on [Read More...]

When I first thought of lighthouses I did not see their beauty. Their allure went no further than their location. As a child, and even now, my strongest focus is the sea. Many of my childhood memor…

I am not a perfect artist, but these paintings are directly related to my other story on lighthouses and my love of the ...
05/05/2023

I am not a perfect artist, but these paintings are directly related to my other story on lighthouses and my love of the ocean. This is where I find peace.



Artwork by Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond [Read More...]

I am not a perfect artist, but these paintings are directly related to my other story on lighthouses and my love of the ocean. This is where I find peace.   Artwork by Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond

Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor had the privilege of interviewing Jeff Hope about Maritime Music, his advice for...
05/05/2023

Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor had the privilege of interviewing Jeff Hope about Maritime Music, his advice for new artists, and his enthusiasm for music.
S: Do you feel maritime culture has been a huge influence on your music? If so, how?
J: Of course, home is home, right? I do not write about the roaring seas or the hills of Rawdon, but I have a deep connection to Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. I have a love of farming [Read More...]

Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor had the privilege of interviewing Jeff Hope about Maritime Music, his advice for new artists, and his enthusiasm for music. S: Do you feel maritime culture h…

Mental healthcare in the   also comes down to waiting it out (indefinitely) or paying to play.I have been an advocate fo...
04/05/2023

Mental healthcare in the also comes down to waiting it out (indefinitely) or paying to play.

I have been an advocate for my disorders since 2012. It’s been a grueling battle spanning two provinces – Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. I’ve written internationally for The Mighty, The Huffington Post, and Physcian’s Weekly on my struggles with misophonia – a disorder that causes fight flight from normal sounds [Read More...]

Mental healthcare in the Maritimes also comes down to waiting it out (indefinitely) or paying to play. I have been an advocate for my disorders since 2012. It’s been a grueling battle spanning two …

I was raised Roman Catholic. We were LIED to. We were told in our white schools and churches that bad things that happen...
04/05/2023

I was raised Roman Catholic. We were LIED to. We were told in our white schools and churches that bad things that happened to natives was "a long time ago" and many more lies. I promise you some of us white folk care but were straight up lied to and told it was just a bunch of "alcoholics" who were "ungrateful". The s**t you'd hear in communities was more divisive than helpful. Then there's the church who tries to say it [Read More...]

I was raised Roman Catholic. We were LIED to. We were told in our white schools and churches that bad things that happened to natives was “a long time ago” and many more lies. I promise…

Written by Dr. Steven DeRocheDuring this pandemic, I thought it would be a good idea to remind everyone why we choose to...
04/05/2023

Written by Dr. Steven DeRoche
During this pandemic, I thought it would be a good idea to remind everyone why we choose to stay home and practice social distancing. The last major pandemic to strike Petit de Grat was in the fall of 1918, known as the Spanish Influenza. Like many families, ours was also impacted by the deadly virus. I‘ve decided to honour the memory of my ancestors and cousins with this post. Below, I’ve [Read More...]

Written by Dr. Steven DeRoche During this pandemic, I thought it would be a good idea to remind everyone why we choose to stay home and practice social distancing. The last major pandemic to strike…

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist?The beauty of being an Atlantic Canadian artist is that you're part of ...
04/05/2023

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist?
The beauty of being an Atlantic Canadian artist is that you're part of a tight-knit community of musicians. No matter where you play in the you always feel welcomed by the artists splitting that evening's bill.
Do you feel there are significant challenges in Atlantic Canada for musicians?
There is sometimes a preconceived notion in the industry that you need to be [Read More...]

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist? The beauty of being an Atlantic Canadian artist is that you’re part of a tight-knit community of musicians. No matter where you play in the M…

By Normand ChouinardI decided to make Nova Scotia my home while I was in sea cadets. We had a summer training camp at HM...
03/05/2023

By Normand Chouinard

I decided to make Nova Scotia my home while I was in sea cadets. We had a summer training camp at HMCS Acadia in 1962. I found Nova Scotia beautiful. I was from Montreal at this time. I joined the regular navy in 1966 in Montreal. They had a recruiting center on St Jacques street in the center of Montreal. Being the oldest of a family of 7, I had to go and fend for my own. I was allowed to finish my [Read More...]

By Normand Chouinard I decided to make Nova Scotia my home while I was in sea cadets. We had a summer training camp at HMCS Acadia in 1962. I found Nova Scotia beautiful. I was from Montreal at thi…

Natalie MacMaster and Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor discuss her music's Celtic roots, and Natalie's amazing in...
03/05/2023

Natalie MacMaster and Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor discuss her music's Celtic roots, and Natalie's amazing insights on fiddle music.
S: What sets fiddle music aside from the violin?
N: Fiddle music is a hand me down tradition not coming from the same strict disciplines as violin music (classical). It is more casual and learned mainly by ear especially in the early stages. It is used as dance music in many [Read More...]

Natalie MacMaster and Shaylynn Hayes from the Maritime Anchor discuss her music’s Celtic roots, and Natalie’s amazing insights on fiddle music. S: What sets fiddle music aside from the …

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist?I personally love living in the Maritimes! Atlantic Canada is so rich i...
03/05/2023

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist?
I personally love living in the Maritimes! Atlantic Canada is so rich in talent, and I love the diversity in the genres and styles. There is also, for the most part, a great camaraderie with other musicians which is nice to be a part of.
Do you feel there are significant challenges in Atlantic Canada for musicians?
We live on so we do feel somewhat isolated here. We [Read More...]

What’s it like being an Atlantic Canadian artist? I personally love living in the Maritimes! Atlantic Canada is so rich in talent, and I love the diversity in the genres and styles. There is also, …

Shaylynn Hayes interviewed maritime singer Kylie Fox about music, and her upcoming work.What was your inspiration for “A...
03/05/2023

Shaylynn Hayes interviewed maritime singer Kylie Fox about music, and her upcoming work.
What was your inspiration for “Avocado”?
There is a trending app my friend was using a while back that tracked her pregnancy through videos that would consistently compare the size of the fetus to a fruit or vegetable, which is hilarious. I was lucky to catch the screening of the video for the sixteenth week of my friend’s pregnancy, which [Read More...]

Shaylynn Hayes interviewed maritime singer Kylie Fox about music, and her upcoming work. What was your inspiration for “Avocado”? There is a trending app my friend was using a while back that track…

With over 300,000 albums sold, Canada’s most endeared and revered fiddler Natalie MacMaster has received a 2020 JUNO Awa...
03/05/2023

With over 300,000 albums sold, Canada’s most endeared and revered fiddler Natalie MacMaster has received a 2020 JUNO Award nomination for her newest release — and first solo album in eight years — Sketches. The number eight factors in further, as the nod for Traditional Roots Album of the Year at this March’s 2020 JUNO Awards counts as her eighth nomination. Previously, the Canadian ‘Queen of the Fiddle’ has [Read More...]

With over 300,000 albums sold, Canada’s most endeared and revered fiddler Natalie MacMaster has received a 2020 JUNO Award nomination for her newest release — and first solo album in eight years — …

Canadian folk and roots duo Tomato/Tomato are all about the groove when it comes to their newest track, “Better at Leavi...
02/05/2023

Canadian folk and roots duo Tomato/Tomato are all about the groove when it comes to their newest track, “Better at Leaving” — available now!

The track is the next to land from their forthcoming album, It’ll Come Around, set for release this November 20th, and features funky drums, bass, and stereo guitars. Motown-inspired strings for good measure keep the song delivering good vibes beginning to end.

“When we [Read More...]

Canadian folk and roots duo Tomato/Tomato are all about the groove when it comes to their newest track, “Better at Leaving” — available now! The track is the next to land from their forthcoming alb…

One hundred yearsSince the year I never sawOne hundred years watching,WaitingWondering in awe.I looked at you all,As you...
30/04/2023

One hundred years

Since the year I never saw

One hundred years watching,

Waiting

Wondering in awe.

I looked at you all,

As you grew, as you died too.

Like weeds you continued,

Flowering and disintegrating

As summers faded into cold fall.



So much has changed—

And yet, the world

Is still the same.

So much I have never done,

And never will.



We move through time

And [Read More...]

One hundred years Since the year I never saw One hundred years watching, Waiting Wondering in awe. I looked at you all, As you grew, as you died too. Like weeds you continued, Flowering and disinte…

I’m Acadian and Irish by birth, but the only language that I can speak is English. As a child growing up in Cape Breton,...
30/04/2023

I’m Acadian and Irish by birth, but the only language that I can speak is English. As a child growing up in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, I always felt like something was missing. I could not speak the language of any of my ancestors. Words were lost that defined so many generations of my bloodline.

I am particularly interested in heritage – my own, that of the people around me, and the history of the Maritimes. Why is it [Read More...]

I’m Acadian and Irish by birth, but the only language that I can speak is English. As a child growing up in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, I always felt like something was missing. I could not speak the…

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