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2021 Holiday Wishes

We at the Celtic Hall want to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year. Hopefully by summer 2022 things will look better! Thank you to all who have supported the Hall through membership and donations this year.

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Scottish Heritage Day on Nov. 30

Scottish Heritage Day on Nov. 30

We are pleased to celebrate the first official Scottish Heritage Day in Ontario on November 30th. Jim McDonell, the MPP for Stormont—Dundas—South Glengarry, introduced the Scottish Heritage Day Act. “The day may hold special significance for residents of SDG, where...

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Open for Summer 2021

We are pleased to announce that we are open for visits this season. In order to follow the current Covid-19 safety guidelines in our region, we ask that you arrange your visit in advance whenever possible. Please email our curator Nolan to set up an appointment.

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Founding Member Ethel McKay has Passed

Founding Member Ethel McKay has Passed

Ethel McKay (nee MacLeod) passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. She and her husband the late Daniel McKay were founding members of the Celtic Hall, and she has been a lifetime member since that category was introduced.

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Inductee John Paul Vachon Has Passed Away

Inductee John Paul Vachon Has Passed Away

2016 Inductee John Paul Vachon passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

A founding member of the Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame, he has been a loyal supporter since its inception. We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to his family.

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2020 Holiday Wishes

We at the Celtic Hall want to wish you a very merry Christmas and happy holiday season. Here's hoping that 2021 will be a more normal year. Thank you to all who have supported the Hall through membership and donations this year.

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2020 Induction Dinner Postponed

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we felt it best to postpone the 17th Annual Induction Dinner since we have no idea when this Pandemic will be over. The dinner will not be taking place on Friday, October 2, 2020 as planned. We have decided that we will make the...

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Sherrill Trottier has Passed Away

Sherrill Trottier has Passed Away

It is with deep regret that we recognize the passing of Sherrill Trottier on March 11, 2020. An Inductee with her husband, Rene, Sherrill was our Treasurer for most of the years that we have been in existence.

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Inductee Glenda McDonell Has Passed Away

Glenda was both a Founding member and a Charter member as well as a 2023 Inductee into the Celtic Music Hall of Fame. She was a great supporter of all things Celtic, and made a lasting impact in Glengarry.

Nineteenth Induction Dinner

The Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame Nineteenth Induction Dinner will be held on Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Bonnie Glen Pavilion in Alexandria. Tickets sales will be at 10am on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at the Alexandria Curling Club, 138 Main Street N. Tickets are...

Kenneth Ward has passed away

We would like to acknowledge the passing of Kenneth Ward on February 16th, 2024, and offer our condolences to his family and friends. A lover of Celtic music, Ken was very involved with the Hall. He was a "Charter Member," and served as our first treasurer. [button...

Announcing the 2024 Inductees!

We are proud to announce the addition of the following inductees this year. They have all shown great pride in promoting Glengarry and its Celtic roots.

Looking for 2024 Nominations

We are looking for new nominations for 2024. If you'd like to nominate one of Glengarry's many talented musicians, hardworking teachers or promoters, please send in your nomination by December 31st, 2023. Download our nomination form here Nominations from previous...

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