The Scottish clans of Canada filled Parliament Hill to show
their colours in celebration of National Tartan Day on April 10,
2011. Among some of the first Voyageurs in Canada, the Scots
have played an important role in shaping our nation. And with
approximately 4.7 million Canadians claiming Scottish heritage,
they continue to to this day. Immerse yourself in the
celebration. Well known to most Canadians, the Heritage Minutes
television spots have run alongside the commercials during our
favourite shows for years to teach us about our nation’s
history. But are they merely fun, mini-documentaries? While
pursuing her master's in politics and communication at the
London School of Economics, political scientist Cait Hurcomb
began examining the Heritage Minute project and how it works to
unify the identity of a nation often cast as a mosaic of
cultures and ideas. What ... "Burnt toast! Dr. Penfield I can
smell burnt toast!" is a line seared into my mind and the minds
of many Canadians thanks to the well known Cana