The ENTIRE History
Of Prince Edward Island
(20,000 Years in 67 Minutes)
The ENTIRE History
Of Charlottetown, Canada
(2000+ years in 70 Minutes)
The complete history of Charlottetown,
Prince Edward Island from ancient Mi'kmaq settlement to modern day.
Discover how this small Canadian city became the Birthplace of
Confederation and shaped the creation of Canada as we know it today.
This deep dive covers over 2000 years of Charlottetown history,
including the Mi'kmaq people who called this land Epekwitk for
thousands of years, European colonization by the French and British,
the famous Charlottetown Conference of 1864 that sparked Canadian
Confederation, and the city's evolution into the provincial capital
we see today.
Learn about the controversial land question that plagued Prince
Edward Island for over a century, why PEI initially refused to join
Canada despite hosting the conference that created it, and how this
small harbor town transformed from a muddy colonial outpost into a
modern city.
We explore Charlottetown's role in Canadian history, the impact of
confederation, the challenges of island life, economic struggles and
successes, immigration and diversity, climate change threats to this
coastal city, and what the future holds for Canada's smallest
provincial capital.
Whether you're interested in Canadian history, Maritime culture, the
Fathers of Confederation, or just want to understand how this tiny
city of 36,000 people played such a massive role in creating a
nation, this comprehensive documentary covers everything you need to
know about Charlottetown's incredible story.
Topics covered: Mi'kmaq history, French colonization, British
takeover, Charlottetown Conference 1864, Confederation of Canada,
Prince Edward Island history, Maritime history, colonial Canada,
Canadian politics, urban development, immigration to PEI, Anne of
Green Gables connection, UPEI, Confederation Bridge, island economy,
tourism in PEI, climate change impacts, and modern challenges facing
Charlottetown today.
Only in PEI -
Promotional Video of Prince Edward Island
The Founding of Cavendish, Prince Edward Island
This account is taken from the book "Cavendish - Its History, Its
People, Its Founding Families - Simpsons McNeills Clarks and their
Kin" by Harold H. Simpson. I have taken the liberty of taking
Chapters 5 and 6 from this book to enable me to show something of
settlement life on Prince Edward Island. We have now added the
complete book in pdf format to the foot of this page. Prince
Edward Island
The Catholic Scotch Settlement of Prince Edward Island The
Scottish Catholics in Prince Edward Island 1772 - 1922
Memorial Volume Alastair's Travel Journal
This is Alastair's journal of his visit to Prince Edward Island
where he arrived the day after the heaviest snow fall they'd ever
had.
Prince
Edward Island Fishermen's Association - Our Story, Our Island, Our
Fishery
Lobster Eating in Prince Edward Island, Canada
Prince Edward Island is a regular stop for many cruise ships. One of
the "must do" things there is tasting their excellent lobsters. But,
if you don't know how to eat a lobster, here is some help from an
expert Prince Edward Island native.
Food Country with Chef Michael Smith Episode 16: Lobster 101
