History comes alive
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It is always an honour and a joy to meet many remarkable individuals and to write their stories. These are people wanting to connect in so many unique ways to bring expertise, reminders of what is important or fill our day with a little happiness.
It wasn’t hard to notice Marc at the Crestview Safeway grocery store checkout, owing to his notable, colourful bow ties and cheerful manner. His exuberant personality comes through in how he engages with the public, making each person feel unique and valued. He takes his professional position seriously, with a hint of fun.
It is so refreshing to encounter those whose positive energy and spirit of goodness make an impact on others around them.
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Marc (above) is a local history re-enactor who can be found at various historic sites in Winnipeg, bringing the city’s past to life.
“Sometimes I feel very explosive positive energy that can’t be bottled up. Just released in a good way. I’m just the way you see me,” he said, referring to his theme song, the Pointer Sisters’ I’m So Excited.
When Marc’s not at the store, he is involved in the Manitoba Living Historical Society, usually seen in 1800s attire at special events. He told me he likes the mode of dress, hats and formal wear.
It is evident when an event is coming up, as Marc begins to change his appearance, either with a beard or sideburns lengthened, to reflect the era. That’s what led me to ask him if he would like to share his story. I was very curious when he mentioned the event and why he goes into character.
His devotion to history is related to his forefathers who settled in Manitoba. He mentioned his great-uncle George Caron, whose house in Charleswood took a year to build and was finished in 1906 in Caron Park. Last year, he portrayed his great-grandfather, Charles Caron, recounting the story of George Caron, his brother-in-law, who put Manitoba on the map with his award-winning butter in 1887, for which he received a sterling tea set from the cities of St. Boniface and Winnipeg.
A few examples of Marc’s activities include the Seven Oaks Museum, where there is a re0enactment of the people of the Red River. Another is the Doors Open event in May, where he always portrays a different historical individual, relaying stories of George Caron.
Marc is a unique and creative individual with deep roots to his heritage, keeping it alive and sharing it with others – a true Canadian spirit.
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