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The Remnant
Young People Living Uncompromised for God
Hi! I'm Olivia!
I'm an 18-year-old homeschooled graduate from Toronto, Canada. I love Jesus, writing (of course), reading, sports, watching old movies, and music.

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Canadian Summer Series: Laura Secord's Walk
by Emily Hol I'm happy to introduce this creative nonfiction piece from my friend Emily! "Laura Secord's Walk" taught me details about the well-known and inspiring story that I had not known before. Enjoy! June 22, 1813 Laura hurried across the wet grass. Morning dew sprung into the air as she practically flew through her brother’s yard. Heart beating faster than usual, she reached the door and knocked. “Why, Aunt Laura, what are you doing here, and at this hour no less?”
Aug 45 min read


A Canadian Summer Series: "The Day the Sky Fell: A Sister’s Strength"
by Brooke Jacqueline Saturday, December 1, 1917 Halifax, Nova Scotia A crisp winter breeze tickles my nose, teasing my hair out of my thick blonde braid. Stretched out before me lie the rows of wooden houses, and beyond them, the harbour. “Look, Ruthie, look!” Little Tom pulls on my coat sleeve, pointing toward the water. A ship glides into sight. “Ooh, that’s a big one,” I say, squeezing his little hand in acknowledgment. By my side walks Margaret, carrying baby France
Jul 2111 min read


A Canadian Summer Series: Standing On Guard
by Olivia Tracey “Grief is a form of patriotism, too.” I recently read this quote from Reverend Benjamin Cremer and realized how true it is of any nation. For many of us reading this article, we have grown up in a version of Canada that has strayed away from the foundations it was built upon. Violence and hatred have become normal. Citizens are targeted or silenced for simply voicing their beliefs and opinions or practicing their faith. Children are being indoctrinated und
Jul 73 min read


Canadian Summer Series: Gordon Lightfoot—The Man Who Kept History Alive
by Serenity W. It's so special having Serenity on The Remnant this week, especially since we grew up attending the same homeschool events year after year! Her fascinating article about Gordon Lightfoot taught me much about "Canada's Bard," and I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did! Note from Serenity: I decided to introduce Lightfoot through his songs (specifically two of them), instead of solely focusing on how he lived his life and his long list of achievements. It made
Jun 238 min read


Welcome to A Canadian Summer on The Remnant
How can I begin to describe Canada – the second largest nation in the world in landmass, home to millions of lakes and poutine-loving people? Whose citizens are typically stereotyped as being friendly and polite, which, for the most part, is true… until you encounter the gridlocked traffic in Vancouver, Toronto, or Halifax. Or until you give them a hockey stick and put them on the ice against an opponent… *coughs* For a nation so large, so naturally stunning, and so wealthy,
Jun 82 min read


What the Bible Says About “Free Speech”
Due to recent events in the past month, the topic of free speech has been passionately debated. Some have tried to override citizens’...
Oct 7, 20254 min read


Happy Canada Day!
I considered writing a post about patriotism, how God has blessed Canada over the years, fascinating Canadian history facts, or how much...
Jul 1, 20253 min read


Canadian Profile: Sir Samuel Leonard Tilley's Legacy
This week's post is a little different from what I usually post, but read to the end to learn how we can apply the lessons to our lives...
Jan 21, 20253 min read
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