Скачать или смотреть XM9A: Canadian Special Event Station Works IT9OPR In Italy

Stuart VE9CF recently took to the airwaves operating special event station XM9A, establishing a notable contact with Italian operator IT9OPR. This contact highlights the international nature of amateur radio, connecting Canadian and Italian operators across thousands of kilometers through the magic of radio waves.

The special event callsign XM9A is part of Canada's amateur radio tradition of using special prefixes to commemorate significant national events and celebrations.

Celebrating the Beaver: Canada's National Symbol Turns 50

This year marks a significant milestone in Canadian heritage. The country celebrates the 50th anniversary of the beaver becoming an official symbol of Canada. On March 24, 1975, the National Symbol of Canada Act officially recognized the beaver as a national emblem.

The beaver's status as a vital part of Canada's identity goes back centuries, but its formal recognition came fifty years ago. The industrious rodent has long been associated with Canadian history, particularly through the fur trade that played a crucial role in the country's early development.

In 2025, Canada is celebrating the beaver's anniversary, the 60th anniversary of the Canadian flag, and the 45th anniversary of the national anthem, making this a particularly patriotic year for Canadians.

The beaver remains a buck-toothed, flat-tailed, landscape-shifting icon that continues to symbolize the resourcefulness and determination that Canadians value in their national character.

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