Author Archives: John G. Langley

The Fourth Annual Samuel Cunard Prize for Vision, Courage and Creativity had a new format when held aboard Queen Mary 2 in Halifax, Nova Scotia October 5, 2018. The Samuel Cunard Prize acknowledges an extraordinary individual who demonstrates the qualities … Continue reading →

In 1867 confederation marked the birth of Canada as a nation. In recognition of this occasion the Queen Mary 2, flagship of Cunard line performed a special sailaway from Halifax harbour August 10, 2017. On a beautiful late afternoon passengers … Continue reading →

The Queen Mary 2 was the venue in Halifax, Nova Scotia August 10, 2017 for a reception and luncheon to celebrate the third annual Samuel Cunard prize for vision, courage and creativity. Hosted by the Canadian Maritime Heritage Foundation and … Continue reading →

Following upon the success of last year’s inaugural event, the QM2 was once again the scene for honouring this year’s recipient, entrepreneur John Risley with the Samuel Cunard Prize for ‘vision, courage and creativity’. Left: Author addressing dignitaries and guests … Continue reading →

Following the wreath-laying event during its 175th Anniversary celebrations Cunard determined to help restore the Susan Cunard headstone in Halifax’s Old Burying Ground. In the months that followed and through the efforts of Heather Lawson, stone mason and conservator, the … Continue reading →

The QM2 completed the transatlantic portion of her Commemorative crossing upon arrival in Halifax, Cunard’s ‘Ancestral home’ on July 10th. A full day of carefully planned historic events ensued both aboard ship and ashore. It was a memorable day from … Continue reading →

Accompanied by my wife, Judith, we had the singular honour to be amongst those other special guests and passengers aboard QM2 on this historic crossing intended to replicate the inaugural crossing of Cunard’s first flagship, RMS Britannia from Liverpool to … Continue reading →