Canadian Plains Research Centre The Canadian Plains Research Centre published Jane Aberson's book, From the Prairies with Hope, a collection of her columns on the immigrant experience that tempered the mythic advertisements of the Canadian "promised land" with a hardy dose of fact. Visit their homepage history database to find out about resources for further research. Dauphin - Hospitality and Heritage Visit the Dauphin, Manitoba, municipal homepage for an update on what's happening in town. There's a listing of heritage sites and museums, as well as a calendar of festivals such as the National Ukrainian Festival, July 30-August 1, on the theme of "A Tribute to Pioneer Achievements." Netherlands Canada Society Check out the Netherlands Canada Society homepage for Dutch history and heritage. The Society's mandate is to foster, promote and preserve Dutch heritage and culture in as many ways as possible. There's info on upcoming events, Dutch language school, and lots of links to other Dutch sites. Dutch Canadian Association The Dutch Canadian Association (DCA), is based from Ontario's Ottawa Valley. It promotes Dutch cultural heritage and cross-cultural relationships with Canadians while fostering support of Dutch immigrants and retaining relations with The Netherlands.