Why Hanukkah Falls on a Different Date Every Year
...and more fascinating Hanukkah facts you probably didn't know.
13 Things You Didn’t Know About Christmas in Canada
Do you know Rudolph's Canadian connection? Or how many turkeys get devoured at Canadian dinner tables?
The Fascinating Story of How Canada Got Its Name
...And some crazy alternatives you'll be glad they scrapped.
The Fascinating Story Behind Every Provincial Flower
How well do you know your Canadian history? Find out which gorgeous floral emblem represents your home province or territory,...
What Everyone Gets Wrong About Daylight Saving Time
Don't forget to turn your clocks back at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 5, 2023! As daylight saving time (DST)...
Mind-Blowing Facts You Didn’t Learn About in Science Class
These quirky science facts will spark your sense of wonder.
What’s the Difference Between Dark vs. Amber Maple Syrup?
From dark to amber, you’ll finally be able to put a taste to the different colours of maple syrup.
If There’s a Light in Your Fridge, Why Isn’t There One in Your Freezer?
It's time to finally shed some light on why our freezers are so dark.
Incredible Bird Photography From Across Canada
Bird’s the word! We challenged Canadians from coast to coast to share their adventures in avian photography, and you...
The Real Reason Princess Diana Gave That Infamous Interview to Martin Bashir
Did someone think it could be a good idea?
How to Be Happy: 40+ Secrets to a Happier Life
From owning a dog to wearing sunglasses, these tips can boost your mood—and your well-being.
What Everyone Gets Wrong About Machu Picchu
Got Machu Picchu on your bucket list? These mind-blowing Machu Picchu facts will whet your appetite to explore Peru’s legendary...
20 Things You Had No Idea Were Invented in Canada
Let's celebrate these cool inventions by our fellow Canadians. Our lives would be so much different without them, eh?
Can You Name These Famous Canadian Heroes?
Test your knowledge of Canada’s best-known heroes and heroines.
10 Fascinating Titanic Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About
It's been 110 years since the Titanic sank in the frigid waters of the Atlantic. Although much of its ill-fated...
Here’s Why You Should Be Bored More Often
John Eastwood, principal investigator at York University's Boredom Lab, tells us why boredom is good, why we resist it and...
Can You Answer These Real Jeopardy! Questions About Geography?
We curated a pop quiz of geography questions from the Jeopardy! archives to see if you are a world class...
Fascinating Holiday Trivia You Probably Didn’t Know
Ever heard of a Christmas carp? Wonder why stockings are hung by the chimney with care? And where did the...
10 Surprising Benefits of Being Left-Handed
Only 10 per cent of the population is left-handed. While there may not be many of them, being left-handed sure...
What Does Kit Kat Stand For?
This is how Kit Kat bars got their iconic name.
The Strangest Fact About Every Canadian Province and Territory
Which province has an official UFO landing welcome site? Which small town outlawed whistling for almost 20 years? From the...
Photographing Pileated Woodpeckers in the Wild
The largest North American woodpecker still in existence, the pileated woodpecker is truly the "carpenter of the forest."
6 Weird Facts About Lightning Strikes
From strange lightning strike rashes to exploding trees, these facts about lightning will, well, shock you.
If You See a Hole in a Pen Cap, This is What It Means
Find out why there's a little hole in your pen cap and how it helps both you and your pen.
50+ Famous Facts You’ve Always Believed That Are Actually False
Napoleon wasn't short? Bananas don't grow on trees? Here, the world's most contagious myths and misconceptions—debunked.
75 Mind-Blowing Facts You’ll Think Are Made Up (But Aren’t)
Polar bears aren't white, strawberries aren't berries, and the Earth isn't round—we'll have you rethinking everything you thought you knew...
10 Jeopardy! Questions Only Star Wars Fans Can Answer
Think you know Star Wars? Put your knowledge to the ultimate test with these real Star Wars questions from Jeopardy!
25 Mind-Blowing Behind-the-Scenes Star Wars Facts
Which Star Wars character was gender-swapped, which was almost a monkey and how George Lucas made the most expensive bet...
