How One Family Fled the Soviet Union and Found Freedom in Canada
Fleeing persecution in the USSR, this Mennonite preacher and his family found freedom on these welcoming shores.
Remember Them: Eugenie Marie Francoeur Turner
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
6 Iconic American Landmarks That Almost Weren’t
America's national treasures weren't always destined for their current glory. These six stories almost changed the course of history.
What Is It? – July 2017
Any idea what this mystery object might be? Help out a fellow More of Our Canada reader and send in...
Celebrate Canada 150 with These 10 Must-Read Books
With Canada's 150th anniversary around the corner, Chapters Indigo has curated a patriotic collection to help Canadians celebrate, from...
Remember Them: Matthew James Tully, DFC
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
What Is It? – June/July 2017
Any idea what this mystery object might be? Help out a fellow Our Canada reader and send in your answers!
The Surprisingly Simple Reason We Say “Hello” When We Answer the Phone
Thank Thomas Edison for our uniform phone greeting. If Alexander Graham Bell had his way, we'd all be talking like...
The Real History of Cinco de Mayo (It’s Not a Celebration of Mexico’s Independence)
Before you make those margaritas, let's be clear on what we're actually celebrating, shall we?
How Your Nose Got Its Shape (It’s Not Just DNA)
You might have the same narrow nose as your mom, but new research has discovered that there's more to nose...
Remember Them: Ronald Lewis Rhine
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
22 of the Best Shakespearean Insults That Still Sting Today
We know the Bard is one of the greatest writers in history, but we had no idea his burns were...
8 Sweet and Surprising Facts About Jelly Beans Every Candy Lover Should Know
In the world of candy, jelly beans might seem like bit players that take centre stage every Easter. But the...
9 Mysterious Monuments That Have Baffled Researchers
Fancy the weird and wonderful? From Egypt to England, these unusual and mysterious monuments have puzzled travellers for generations, offering...
Remember Them: Francis William Godon
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
Remember Them: William (Bill) Wigley
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
The Middle Name Traditions in 8 Countries Across the World
Parents around the world have gotten hip to just how handy that middle name can be, but traditions still vary...
True North Strong and Free: Remembering Vimy Ridge
Ahead of the Battle of Vimy Ridge's 100th anniversary on April 9, one family recounts their trip to the famous...
The Battle of Vimy Ridge: 100 Years Later
April 9 marks the 100th anniversary of Canada's victory at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Photojournalist Racheal McCaig has been...
The Real Reason Why Bunnies Are So Popular for Easter
The origins of the Easter Bunny are more mysterious than you think, and religion has nothing to do with it.
16 Little-Known Facts About the Greatest Songs of All Time
The time Queen and David Bowie had a pizza party, Robert Plant protested "Stairway to Heaven," and more.
5 Historical “Facts” That Are Actually Complete Lies
Yale University professor and bestselling author Timothy Snyder rounds up five popular myths about history, and why they're absolutely false.
Remember Them: Lt. General Don Laubman
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
Remember Them: Major Charles Gordon Owen
Part of a continuing special tribute to help mark Canada's 150th anniversary.
The Real “Girl From Ipanema”
How a Brazilian teenager inspired Girl From Ipanema-one of the world's most-recorded songs.
5 Most Infamous Olympic Scandals
Terrorist attacks, drugs and corrupt judging. Surely this isn't what the Olympics are all about? We review some of the...
