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ODE TO HANK

“I grew up on classic country and gospel, and I still find joy in the songs of my lifelong musical hero, Hank Williams”

MUSIC, ART & FAITH

Sharing ways to stay strong and carry on while living in quarantine

SHARE YOUR CANADA

Congratulations to the winners of our annual photo contest—choosing among such amazing entries wasn’t easy! Here are the three winners, along with some others we felt worthy of special mention. Thanks to all who participated!

The Coolen Sibling Retreat

Seven sisters and one brother gather yearly to share good times, laugh, cry and reminisce

Long-Distance Connection

Celebrating a reunion that was 76 years in the making.

Lest We Forget...

Canada’s war vets deserve much more than one day of remembrance per year

LESSONS IN GRATITUDE

Learning to appreciate what’s truly important in life

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

Exploring an abandoned ghost town hidden in the woods, high in the mountains of B.C.

A Gift from ‘Papa'

He loved his cameras and now they’re a family treasure.

TREASURING TOFINO

Appreciating the unique sights and sounds this West Coast village has to offer

NATURAL HISTORY

These unique works of art give new life to reclaimed wood

THE RETURN OF THE EAGLES

I am so lucky to live along the shores of Lake Erie. As I travel around, it is not unusual to see one of these beautiful bald eagles out fishing or perched in a tree looking for its next meal.

SPRINGING TO LIFE

’Tis the season to get out and explore nature!

Preserving the Past

Recording family history helps keep memories alive and allows future generations to know where they came from

Out of Africa

Fleeing the Mugabe regime in Zimbabwe, this skilled and kind-hearted newcomer has found hope in Canada and is focused on helping others

Keep Dancing

A loving tribute to a mom who was one in a million

For the Love of Music

Refurbishing old guitars and handcrafting ‘canjos’ for others to enjoy is a fun way to pay it forward

EAST COAST STARGAZING

Photographer David Hoskin of Halifax focuses his attention—and his camera—on the heavens

COUNTRY FROM THE HEART

‘Thanks to its deep roots in our family, country music has been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember.’

Winter Wonders

Best known for its annual summer festivities, Stratford is also a joy to behold and experience in wintertime

Paying It Forward

Helping the homeless and their pets as a ‘Palm to Paws’ volunteer was a moving, eye-opening experience

Winter Royalty

Megan Lorenz of Etobicoke spent months bonding with and photographing a spectacular Canada lynx

KINDRED SPIRITS

Love, joy, family and tradition were at the heart of a self-orchestrated Métis wedding that moved everyone in attendance

IN THE LAND OF OZ

Ex-pat Canadians now back home share their remarkable travels ‘down under’

GRIZZLY HUNTING WITH A CAMERA

Bears, bald eagles and beautiful scenery made this an excursion to remember

Generational Shift

Bought new in 1950, this Dodge Ram is still trucking for the family that purchased it—with a grandchild at the wheel!

How I Fell In Love With Winter

Learning to embrace the season and all it has to offer was a real eye-opener for this warm-weather fan!

The Beauty Of Arthur Shilling

Sharing the life and art of a dear friend

Enjoying The Great Outdoors

Riding the trails as a group is the best part of this family’s snowmobiling adventures

Snow Birds

Jen St. Louis of Elmira, Ont., shares her tips on capturing fabulous winter bird pics!