Culture

Let us entertain you! Here, you’ll find collections of Canada’s funniest jokes, as well as our guides to the best streaming content on Netflix, brain-teasing trivia, and insightful takes on pop culture.

The Highest-Rated Movies on Netflix Canada, According to Rotten Tomatoes

Can't decide what to watch? Start with this list of guaranteed fresh flicks.

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The 25 Best Canadian Movies Ever

Esteemed film critic Linda Barnard shares 25 all-time classics every Canadian should add to their watch list.


Could You Really Be Jailed for Failing to Complete the Census?

If you’re tempted to “forget” to fill out the questionnaire, don’t.


Every James Bond Movie Ranked—From Worst to Best

We review and rank each of 007's globe-trotting adventures from worst to best.


Good News Stories From Around the World That Will Brighten Your Day

The most heartwarming and inspirational good news stories from across the globe.

The Best Thrillers on Netflix Canada You Need to Watch Right Now

From nail-biting murder mysteries to pulse-pounding capers, here are our most suspenseful picks.


Forget Gym Memberships—Housekeeping is the Only Workout I Need

Cardio classes are fine, but have you ever organized a Tupperware drawer?

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20 Scary Movies on Netflix Canada That Will Chill You to the Bone

From pulse-pounding monster movies to spooky supernatural flicks, these scary movies on Netflix Canada are guaranteed to give you goosebumps.


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25 Drama Movies on Netflix Canada You Need to Watch Right Now

From Oscar-winning epics to underrated indie fare, these dramas on Netflix Canada are emotional rollercoasters.


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20 Sci-Fi Movies on Netflix Canada That Will Blow Your Mind

From hallucinatory tales of time travel to eye-opening space sagas, these sci-fi movies on Netflix Canada offer the most captivating...


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20 Netflix Canada Rom-Coms You’ll Fall in Love With

Unearthing the perfect romantic comedy from Netflix Canada’s huge selection can be tricky, but we’ve done the heavy-lifting for you!...

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20 Romantic Movies on Netflix Canada for When You Need a Good Cry

From ravishing period dramas to coming-of-age comedies, these romantic movies on Netflix Canada should be viewed with a box of tissues...


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25 Funniest Comedies on Netflix Canada You Need to Watch

From teen satires to buddy cop parodies, these comedy movies on Netflix are guaranteed to make you laugh out loud.


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20 Best Action Movies on Netflix Canada Right Now

Whether they're serving up suave secret agents or high-flying superheroes, these action flicks are guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping.


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25 Hidden Gems on Netflix Canada You Need to Watch Right Now

From overlooked Hollywood fare to international cinema's best-kept secrets, we've rounded up the finest hidden gems on Netflix Canada.


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20 Classic Movies to Watch on Netflix Canada

From Taxi Driver to Dirty Dancing, these classic titles will take you back!

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25 Feel-Good Movies on Netflix Canada That Will Lift Your Spirits

Looking to cure a case of the blues? These uplifting and inspirational flicks will surely do the trick.


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50 Inspirational Quotes to Live By

Powerful words of wisdom about holding onto hope, persevering through tough times, and ultimately overcoming life's obstacles.


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The 25 Best Summer Movies Ever

From breathtaking love stories to coming-of-age classics and everything in between, these 25 movies perfectly capture the sun-soaked days and...


The Fascinating Origins of Butter Tarts—Canada’s Most Beloved Dessert

Where did the butter tart come from? And is it still a butter tart if you add bacon? Here’s the...


Funny Father’s Day Jokes to Share With Dad

Enjoy this collection of vintage Father's Day jokes and anecdotes pulled from the Reader's Digest Canada archives.


What’s the Best Gift You’ve Ever Received?

Maybe it was a game that ended up providing hours of entertainment for your family, or perhaps you finally got...


25 Knock Knock Jokes That Are Genuinely Funny

It's no surprise the knock knock joke has lasted nearly 100 years—its countless set-ups and punchlines have made people laugh...


The Hermit of Port Edward

Remembering an unlikely and brief friendship one long-ago summer.


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Try These Tricks the Next Time Small Talk Becomes Unbearable

Expert advice on how to upgrade endless chit-chat into a meaningful conversation.

Canada’s Most Notorious Cold Cases

With the help of cutting-edge technology, amateur and professional detectives are trying to crack these unsolved mysteries once and for...


The Year Canada Didn’t Have a Summer

The fascinating story of how a natural disaster on the other side of the world made the summer of 1816...


Sure, the Human Body is a Miracle of Evolution—But I’d Still Give It a Few Tweaks

Shouldn’t the hard-working parts—the hips and knees—be made from something a bit more durable?


The Ultimate Guide to Royal Residences

Ever wondered where all the members of the British Royal Family live? When it comes to royal residences, Buckingham Palace...


Seeing Three Drowning Women, This Quick-Thinking Waiter Dove Into the Icy River

Despite having no lifesaving training, Paul Blachut knew he had to everything he could to rescue them.


How to Write a Memoir

Penning your life story can be daunting. But writing your memoir is worth it—for you and your potential readers. Here’s...