Nostalgia

Memories of Dominion City, Manitoba

It has been said that “once you’ve lived in Dominion City, you will never be truly content living elsewhere.” Former...


What the James Bond Books Meant to Me

For this voracious young reader, Ian Fleming's spy novels were a thrilling escape—and a significant influence.


A Love Letter to Montreal

It wasn't love at first sight for newcomer Patrick McKenna, but Montreal eventually "got under my skin and worked its...


Ever Wonder How Old Your Vintage Ball Mason Jars Are? Use This Chart to Find Out!

If the Ball Mason jars in your collection date back to the 1800s or early 1900s, you could be sitting...


My Mother Married an Astronaut

While he may not have been to space, this new dad was truly out of this world.


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50+ Things Everyone Had in Their House in the ’90s

Remember running to Blockbuster on Friday nights for the latest VHS release?


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15 Things All 1950s Kids Remember

If you grew up in the 50s, these things will bring back some memories.


Here’s How Reader’s Digest Profiled Prince Philip Back in 1966

When Prince Philip travelled across the pond back in 1966, Reader's Digest took the opportunity to profile this "champion of...

Grandpa’s Tour of St. Marys, Ontario

Grandpa Millson’s family tour of St. Marys leaves no room for doubt: there really is no place like home!


What My Canadian Tire Money Collection Means to Me

What’s a woman to do when her beloved bill collection goes digital? Take a nostalgic look back at this uniquely...


This Story of Two Pen Pals Will Warm Your Heart

Eleanor was from the Prairies and Lois was from Newfoundland, but the distance didn't stop these two pen pals from...


This is What It’s Like Riding Canada’s Great Divide Trail on Horseback

This Alberta woman discovered firsthand why Canada's Great Divide Trail is renowned as one of the most spectacular long-distance trails...


Why I Already Miss Le Château

The closing of the iconic Canadian brand—which defined fun fashion since the 1960s—leaves a triangle-sized hole in our malls.


Check Out This Canadian’s Incredible Phonograph Collection

This retiree discovered a passion for collecting and restoring old phonographs.


Fishing With Gramps

The time spent with gramps was never about catching fish—it was about making memories.


17 Vintage Motorcycles You’ll Want to Ride Today

The way motorcycles look has changed a little over the years, but people have always enjoyed cruising on the open...


5 Great Movies With Mustangs

To celebrate the look and longevity of one of cinema’s most iconic vehicles, we’re counting down our favourite movies with...

20 Vintage Photos of What Family Time Looked Like 100 Years Ago

Family life was a lot different in the 1920s and early 1930s.


I’m Baking My Way Through Quarantine—And Here’s Why You Should Too

One of the best prescriptions for easing anxiety can be found right in your kitchen.


Welcome to Oromocto, New Brunswick: Canada’s Model Town

The tiny town of Oromocto, New Brunswick, boasts a long a proud history.


What It’s Like Growing Up Trilingual in the Prairies

For this Saskatoon native, growing up trilingual was beneficial, but also drove home how important it is to maintain a...


This Is What School Pictures Looked Like 75 Years Ago

Getting every student in the class to look at the camera and smile has always been a challenge.


19 Mysterious Old Home Features That Aren’t Useful Anymore

Some old home features no longer serve a purpose—and may leave modern-day owners scratching their heads. Here are solutions to...

Remembering My Grandfather

Just who was John Thomas Laver? To Scarborough's Tom Laver, he was a strange, remote grandfather—and a figure who will...


Why Sears Closing Makes Me Miss My Mom

For this writer, mourning the end of the famed department store is about much more than nostalgia for sensible slacks...


How Summer Camp Shapes Lives

Ghost tales, happy trails, visiting day, sneaking away, learning to grin, playing to win, arts and crafts, endless laughs and...


Burgers, Shakes and Memories

Mike Lane of Victoria and his wife, Colombe, began reminiscing one day about old-fashioned drive-ins and diners. Mike had fond...