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15 Minutes with Rick Mercer

Comedian Rick Mercer on his show’s final season, today’s absurd political landscape and the impact he’s made on Canadian culture.


These Sisters Were Diagnosed with Cancer in the Same Week—and It Only Made Them Stronger

After being diagnosed with breast cancer days apart, Rebecca Hollingsworth and Mary Ellen Hughson are raising money for state-of-the-art equipment...


4 Things You Need to Know About Raptors, According to a Wildlife Rehabilitator

Raptors—also known as birds of prey—play an important role in our ecosystem. If you come across one or several while...


This Toronto Lawyer Is Transforming Her Industry by Mentoring Young Black Women

Attorney Denise Dwyer wants to see more diversity in the law industry. Her plan starts with mentoring the next generation.


Spring Has Sprung: 5 Stunning Photos of Canada in Full Bloom

These five photos submitted by Our Canada readers pay tribute to the April showers, brilliant rainbows and blooming flowers of...


Living with Epidermolysis Bullosa: The Worst Disease You’ve Never Heard Of

To pay tribute to Jonathan Pitre, who passed away on April 4, 2018 at the age of 17, here is...


Remember Them: Margaret Jobin, Canadian Women’s Army Corps

Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.


10 Striking Shots That Will (Almost) Make You Miss the Canadian Winter

Saying goodbye to winter is easy for some. For others? Not so much! We're paying tribute to a bone-chilling winter...

Meet the Woman Who’s Visited Every Province in Canada—Plus the Arctic and Antarctic

Seasoned traveller Miriam Roberts has visited every province and territory in Canada, capturing gorgeous images and a lifetime's worth of...


15 Minutes with TIFF Rising Star Julia Sarah Stone

Julia Sarah Stone, a rising star in Canadian film and television, talks about the joys of storytelling, social media and...


A Heartwarming Romance: This Canadian Couple Found Love on the Transplant List

During his lengthy wait to receive a new heart, Russell MacDougall met cardiac patient Sherene Wright. Together they found friendship,...


This Volunteer Cook is Making Montreal a Better Place for Those in Need

Growing up in Malaysia, Sabariah Binti Hussein delivered food to villagers in need. Years later and half a world away...


An Inside Look at the Work of First Nations Artist Richard Hunt

Part of the Kwakiutl First Nation, Richard Hunt's intricate and striking wood sculptures reclaim the traditions of the Kwakwaka‘wakw people.


Donald Sutherland: “No One in Their Right Mind Thought Trump Would Be Elected”

Legendary Canadian actor Donald Sutherland talks about aging, climate change, Trump and his new film, The Leisure Seeker.


15 Minutes with Workin’ Moms’ Catherine Reitman

Workin’ Moms creator and actor Catherine Reitman on being imperfect, tackling controversial topics and focusing more on dads in Season...


Check Out This Canadian’s Amazing Magnet Collection!

Dating back to the 1950s, Maw’s magnets have come from the United States, Mexico, Caribbean Islands, Europe, Japan, China and...


Remember Them: Alexander Kovar

Part of an ongoing tribute to honour Canada's war veterans.

An Inside Look at the Work of Sioux Artist Maxine Noel

From the internal creative process to the creation itself, art is an extension of healing and community-building for Maxine Noel.


How This Mother of Four Turned Her Passion for Fitness Into an Exciting New Career

For Nichelle Laus, overcoming a childhood trauma led to kick-boxing, police work and, ultimately, a new life as a business...


How Canadians Are Rescuing Homeless Dogs from Hurricane Harvey

One dedicated Canadian rescue won’t give up on the forgotten dogs of Hurricane Harvey.


This Is Why Canadians Drink Milk Out of Bags

Our unique way of packaging milk has officially left the rest of the world saying, "...eh?"


Om Shanti: How a Trip to India Changed This Canadian’s Life Forever

Even with family ties in India, trying to "fit in" was a challenge—but worth the effort.


10 Canadian Delicacies That Americans Need to Know About

From BeaverTails and Screech to game meat and Saskatoon berries, here's a menu of drool-worthy Canadian foods ready to satisfy...

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: 6 Shots of Canada on the Move

Hey Canada! We recently challenged you to capture iconic Canadian modes of transportation: the vehicles in which we travel across...


O Christmas Tree! Your Best Christmas Tree Photography

From traditional-looking trees that have been trimmed at home to over-the-top installations on the front yard, these festive photos had...


The World’s Snowiest Travel Destinations

Can't get enough snow? Check out the world's best snowy destinations, and prepare to be up to your neck in...


How One Couple Escaped from East Germany and Found Freedom in Canada

Ruth and Helmut Hotzwik fled East Germany in 1959—and lived to tell the tale.


Quintessentially Canadian: What I Learned from Dog Sledding in Northern Alberta

An attempt at dog sledding in snowy (and windy) Cold Lake, Alta. proved to be both terrifying and life-affirming for...


5 Photographs That Prove Canada is the Perfect Winter Destination

Canada's vast and diverse landscapes offer incredible vistas.