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Why Do We See Dead People?
Humans have always sensed the ghosts of loved ones. It’s only in the last century that we convinced ourselves this was a problem
The Myth of Universal Health Care
Two physicians on what it would take for Canada’s health care system to deliver on its promises
Still Unnamed
The report by the Royal Commission on the Status of Women was a major milestone for gender equality in Canada, but it failed to address the LGBTQ community. SARAH RATCHFORD explains that while we’ve come a long way in recognizing gender nonconforming folks, there’s more work to be done
The Case for Affordable Child Care
The pandemic has underscored the need for a national child care program
Welcome to the Willyverse
William Ukoh photographs a world of leisure and freedom
We're Failing Our Kids' Mental Health
Social media pressures, loneliness, and the climate crisis are weighing on today’s youth. The stress is taking its toll
One Last Nightcap
Even in his eighties, my father dared the rest of us to keep up
Black in the Ivory Tower
Why it’s so hard for academics of colour to pursue their dream projects
WEST COAST CHARM
Exploring the beauty of western Canada behind the wheel of an RV named ‘Roberto’
The Sky's the Limit
Finding purpose and a second family, thanks to the War Amps
THE BEAT GOES ON
From music to the morgue and back again, life’s twists and turns have been challenging and rewarding
STICKING WITH THE PLAN
Two expat Canadians navigate their new country’s pandemic regulations
More Profiles in COURAGE
You continue to send us wonderful stories honouring Canada’s war vets; here are more samples of the inspiring tales we received
Soups On!
Nothing takes the chill off fall like a hearty steaming bowl of soup
Canada, My Country
Travelling across the world to finally settle in a new country 15,000 kms away
EMOTIONAL RESCUE
A firefighter battling PTSD empathizes with the plight of many Canadian war vets
A Wartime Romance
A tale of a chance meeting, love and service to one’s country
A HURRICANE TO REMEMBER
Restoring and displaying a classic, Canadian-built World War II fighter aircraft
Three Days in Southern Alberta
Jackie Gartner of Lloydminster, Alta., shares the amazing scenery, wildlife and historic sites encountered on her brief but awesome adventure
Taking Root
With two years to go, The Highway of Heroes Tree Campaign is transforming our continent’s busiest highway into the world’s largest living tribute to veterans
The UNSUNG HEROES of WWI
Answering the call to honour Canada’s Nursing Sisters
The Littlest Stowaway
Recalling a surprising security breach at Esquimalt Naval Base!
FANTASTIC FALL FOLIAGE
Capturing the breathtaking beauty of autumn in Canada
PRESERVING A LEGACY
Keeping the memory of a WWII Halifax bomber crew alive
Tubs & Whimsy
When their yard space was cut in half, this fun-loving couple let their creativity soar
AN ICON IN THE MAKING
“Certain car brands are more than mere steel, plastic and glass, but a metaphor that breaks all conventionality. The Mustang was one such car.”
A NEW, UNDISCOVERED CANADA
A cross-country trip provided a brand new perspective on the beauty of the East Coast by Mark Lane, Calgary
A FLYER DROPPED BY
“I wish to invite your family—I would be honoured— to join me tomorrow afternoon for aperitifs. I met my first ‘Canadien’ about 60 years ago today. He just… dropped by!”
Sister Ann, the Young Co-operators Club and Me
Paying tribute to an organization that inspired the dreams of many young writers
Members of The F.B.I.
Little did they know that their club, dubbed the “Friendly Brats Institute” would span more than six decades!