The Calais Regional Chamber of Commerce was formed on April 12, 1948, under the name “Calais Chamber of Commerce”, with the “Calais Regional Chamber of Commerce” name being adopted at a later date. Currently, this organization operates under the name “St. Croix Valley Chamber of Commerce”. This chamber of commerce is a non-profit association of members of the St. Croix Valley and Calais, ME, area who aim to create a positive business climate in their region. To this end, they provide networking opportunities for its members, act as a united group to represent the interests of the business community, and collaborate with economic development groups and non-profits throughout Maine to plan events, revitalize the community, and share information.

Between 1868 to 1876, John Saunders trained his men at his home in Fox Hill. Camps were held there every other year. In 1881 stables were build on the grounds which were to become Camp Sussex. In 1883 the officers built a home. It was called the Cavalry Club House and became the first officer?s mess. In 1893 the Federal government purchased the grounds outright and created a permanent military camp. In that year there was a large camp held with both the Infantry and Cavalry participating.In 1936 they became a motorized cavalry unit. In 1937 a mechanized cavalry unit and in 1938 they became a divisional cavalry unit. In 1940 they switched to motorcycles and became the 4th Canadian Motorcycle Regiment. In Janualry of that year they were given the order to mobilize and 415 men trained in Sussex that year. In March 1941, they became the 5th Armoured Regiment and were sent to Camp Borden, in Ontario to train. Later they went to Debert, Nova Scotia and then went overseas in November 1941. In 1946 the Regiment came home. The train arrived in Sussex on January 27, 1946. The 8th Hussars were back at summer camp that August for the first time since 1940. During the 1950?s training became more concentrated. Twice a year the Regiment conducted concentrated courses to top off their local training. These courses included skills in trades such as driving and maintenance, wireless and gunnery. In the late 1950?s changes were made. The Regiment was moved to CFB Gagetown and Camp Sussex as such was no more. There are still some Militia and Cadets here.

The Black Watch Regiment (RHR) of Canada has three battalions. On June 6, 1970, the First and Second Battalions participated in the ceremony of Trooping the Colors at CFNB Gagetown, Oromocto, New Brunswick. Colors are the flags or ensigns of a regiment, presented by a member of the Royal Family. Historically the flags were the rallying points of the battalion in action and were paraded or "trooped" before the regiment in order that they would be recognized and provide inspiration for the troops in battle.

These electoral lists were compiled by Emmet Lyons, the federal returning officer for the 1958 federal election, which saw John George Diefenbaker's Conservative government returned to power with 208 seats -- the highest number held by a single party in Canada to that time. Preliminary lists of names of eligible voters were compiled for each voting district and urban center. Voters were invited to submit corrections before the final list was published.

This letter was sent by the Post Office Inspector's Office in Saint John, New Brunswick to the unnamed postmaster of Perth Centre, N.B. on his retirement in June 1882.

B Company of the 140th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force consisted of 168 men, 6 of whom were non-commissioned officers. The company was formed between September and December 1915 and probably embarked for Britain to participate in the First World War in September of 1916. The men in this company came from many parts of New Brunswick. The two highest ranking non-commissioned officers were Company Sergeant Major Cecil Franklin West and Quartermaster Sergeant Harry Howard Bettle.

In November 1916, the Battalion's personnel were divided between the Royal Canadian Regiment and the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. The Battalion was officially disbanded in July 1918.

The 4th Siege Battery of the Canadian Expeditionary Force was composed of 6 officers and 187 non-commissioned officers and men from Saint John and other parts of New Brunswick. They embarked for England aboard the "S.S. Olympic" with 7000 other Canadian troops on 1 April 1916.

Arriving at Liverpool, England on 11 April 1916, they were sent to Portsmouth where they began training in guns before leaving for Boulogne, France on 29 July 1916. The unit served in several battles, including the Somme and returned to Canada in 1919. The Battery suffered 30 casualties, including an officer and 9 other ranks killed in action or died of their wounds. Decorations received by members of the 4th Siege battery included 1 D.S.O., 3 M.C.s and 2 foreign decorations. The officers were: Major Louis W. Barker (b. 1879); Captain R.A. Ring; Lt. J.A. Bruce; Lt. J.H.A. Fairweather; Lt. W.G. Kerr and Lt. G.B. Wetmore.

Frank Godsoe Wilson (1895- after 1979) was a gunner who joined the unit on 19 October 1915. After the war he became an accountant and married Marjorie Sancton of Saint John in 1924.

On Sunday, 13 June 1971, the Second Battalion the Royal Canadian Regiment layed up its colours at a service held in Christ Church Cathedral, Fredericton, N.B. conducted by the Archbishop of Fredericton. Representing the regiment were the Colonel of the Regiment, Major General D. C. Spry; the Commanding Officer, Second Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel G. Scott Morrison; the Adjutant, Second Battallion, Captain A. G. Miller; and Regimental Sergeant Major, Second Battalion, CWO D. B. Reekie. The Colours were given a place of honour in the cathedral.

The federal Department of Marine and Fisheries was established In 1868; the Marine branch of the department was responsible for pilots and pilotage, navigational aids, government harbours, ports and vessels, inspection services and marine services. Prior to Confederation these matters had been the responsibility of the Board of Works. The Department of Marine and Fisheries was separated into two departments in 1884 and reunited in 1892. The department merged with the Department of Railways and Canals in 1936 to form the Department of Transport.

The Heritage Club was established in 1989 by the Canada Post Corporation, as a means of recognizing the contributions made by former employees to Canada’s postal services through a formal program to commemorate long service and retirement. The creation of the Heritage Club was spearheaded by Canada Post’s VP of Personnel in 1989, Bill Kennedy, as he felt there should be a program in place to honor long term Canada Post retirees. It was felt that such a program would boost morale and show that Canada Post cared about the contributions of its employees. The program itself was inspired by other retiree programs in place at other large corporations. A corporate task force recommended the creation of the Heritage Club and identified the locations for 31 chapters across Canada. This task force also selected Pro Tem Chapter Presidents, who in turn chose executive officers for each chapter. These people selected their chapter name and nominated each chapter’s founding members. This preparatory work culminated in an inaugural banquet in Ottawa on March 18, 1989, during which the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canada Post Corporation Donald Lander presented charters to the attending chapter presidents.

Members of the Heritage Club raise money for charity causes and engage in local community efforts to increase literacy. The main goal of the Heritage Club is to provide a friendly association for retired Canada Post employees, so members are provided opportunities for camaraderie through social events, volunteer activities, or by simply helping other members.