Heartwarming

The Heartwarming Reason My Mom Got a Tattoo for Her 80th Birthday

Mom’s 80th birthday tattoo is just the latest example of her wild, newfound independence.

This Quebec Woman Won the Lottery—And Used the Winnings to Help Those in Need

The windfall allowed Rachel Lapierre to turn her passion project into a registered charity.


The Heartwarming Story Behind This Car’s One-of-a-Kind Paint Job

When I’m driving “Old Red,” people see me coming.


If You Built a Soapbox Racer as a Kid, This Sweet Story Will Take You Back

Remembering hometown thrills and spills, plus quality time with Dad in the summer of '55.


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.

This Vintage Car Lover’s Long-Time Wish Came True

"Betsy"—a lovingly restored 1934 Ford sedan—is the apple of her owner's eye.


I Adopted My First Dog at 65, and Everything Changed

At first I didn’t think of Casey and me as “us.” But before long I found myself speaking of the...


Life Lessons I Learned From My Daughter

My daughter’s cancer diagnosis was devastating, but it was also the start of a journey that was a privilege to...


Life Lessons My Mom Taught Me

In honour of Mother’s Day, we asked readers to share what they've learned from one of life’s most influential teachers.


By Donating Their Children’s Organs, These Parents Gave Other Families Hope

“Instead of five families mourning the loss of their child, it’s only ours. That’s why organ donation is worth it.”


Eternally Yours: Reflections on a Lifelong Romance

"Our years together were spent sharing our dreams and happiness, our worries and sorrows. We were blessed indeed. This wonderful...


I Rediscovered a Childhood Hobby—And It’s Brought Me Even More Joy as an Adult

Getting back in the saddle with my 20-year-old Haflinger horse is the best thing that ever happened to me.


In the 1950s, My Mom Became the First Woman to Fly Solo for Canadair

A heartwarming tribute to a mother who loved "dancing in the clouds."

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50 Canadians Reveal What Their “Happy Place” Looks Like

We challenged you to share your "happy place"—that magical spot where you feel your calmest and most comfortable—and you delivered!...


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These Monogamous Animals Stay Together For Life

We can all learn a lesson in relationships from these loving animal couples.


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This Family Raised a Baby Canada Goose for a Year—20 Years Later, It Returned Home

When two adult Canada geese left their gosling behind, a human family stepped in to raise him. Many years later,...


I Never Knew How to Communicate With My Dad—Until I Wrote Him an Email

It’s hard to talk to dads sometimes. The roles we often expect our fathers to play—protector, provider—can make them seem...


An Inseparable Pair

The heartwarming story of how a mutual love of classic cars helped forge a special bond between friends.


Reflections on Red Deer River

For this Alberta woman, a slow-moving stretch of the Red Deer River holds precious family memories.


Why Newfoundland is the Kindest Province

When this vacationing family found themselves in need of a car in Newfoundland, a local's random act of kindness left...



Remembering Childhood Winters of Yore

Taking a snowy stroll down memory lane.

How Staying Up All Night Became My Family’s Favourite Christmas Tradition

Spanish for “good night,” Noche Buena is the Filipino Christmas Eve feast that begins at midnight and lasts far into...


Starting Christmas From Scratch

When Christmas celebrations with our extended families got to be too much, my wife and I took drastic measures.


How Silly Stocking Stuffers Became My Family’s Favourite Holiday Tradition

'Tis the season to pull the perfect prank! A heartwarming story of how a much-missed father's legacy of laughter is...


90 Years Ago, I Was Touched by a Random Act of Kindness That Defined the Christmas Spirit

The Great Depression hit our family hard, but there was light amidst the darkness.


What My 1930 Cadillac Club Sedan Means to Me

More than just an ambitious restoration, this 1930 Cadillac V8 club sedan carries precious memories for a young classic car...