Trivia

The Year Canada Didn’t Have a Summer

The fascinating story of how a natural disaster on the other side of the world made the summer of 1816 Canada’s coldest on record.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Mother’s Day in Canada

Mother's Day in Canada is right around the corner—Sunday, May 14, to be precise. Here's some fascinating trivia to mark...


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How May 24 Became Known as Victoria Day

Canadians know Victoria Day as the unofficial start of summer, but what of the woman it's named for? Brush up...


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History Questions People Always Get Wrong

If you can get 12 out of 15 correct, you’re a certified history buff!


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The Reader’s Digest Earth Day Quiz

Just how well do you know our planet? To mark Earth Day on April 22, put your knowledge of our...

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Can You Crack the Secret Language of Pilots?

Put your vocabulary to the test by matching these aviation terms with their proper definitions.


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50 Funniest Town Names Across Canada

From Ontario's "Punkeydoodle's Corners" to Newfoundland's "Happy Adventure," we dare you to drive past these town signs without taking a...

Why Does Easter Fall on a Different Sunday Every Year?

The date of this spring holiday is not as random as you might think.


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How Well Do You Know Your Dashboard Symbols?

Test your knowledge with our dashboard light quiz. (No peeking at the owner's manual!)


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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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Word Power: Test Your Knowledge of Royal Terms

We may not all be whizzes like Elizabeth I—in addition to ruling England for 44 years, the queen spoke six...


This is the Oldest Christmas Carol (Hint: It’s Not “Silent Night”)

You’ve probably never even heard of this tune.


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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?


Why We Hang Stockings for Christmas

It has a little something to do with a man known as St. Nicholas.


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Uniquely Canadian Holiday Traditions, From Coast to Coast

From Réveillon to "mummering," here are some of the unique ways Canadians celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

25 Printable Crossword Puzzles to Give Your Brain a Workout

Online games are alright, but there’s nothing like solving a crossword puzzle the good old-fashioned way—with a pencil! Pit your...


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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Daylight Saving Time

Don't forget to turn your clocks back at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6, 2022! As daylight saving time (DST)...


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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.


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Word Power: Can You Match These Tricky Terms With Their Definitions?

Centuries of trade between Middle Eastern and European merchants brought more than silks and spices to the West. Find out...


The Real Reason Halloween Colours Are Black and Orange

Here's why Halloween celebrants bedeck their homes in these contrasting colours.


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The “Happy Birthday” Song Turned 125 This Year

Originally composed in 1893, "Happy Birthday to You," the most frequently sung English song in the world, has never sounded...


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Can You Pass This Quiz of 4th Grade Science Questions?

Elementary school science is probably where you learned about how the natural world works. Take this quiz to see how...


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Can You Pass This Quiz of 4th Grade Spelling Words?

No peeking at a dictionary—or Google!


10 Most Famous Shipwrecks in Canadian History

From doomed Arctic expeditions to disastrous maiden voyages, these tragic shipwrecks have become the stuff of legend.


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Can You Guess the Dog Breed Based On Its Puppy Picture?

These pups are the most popular dog breeds, according to the American Kennel Club—and we'll even throw in the adult...


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35 Medical Trivia Questions Only Geniuses Will Get Right

How well do you know your health lingo? These challenging medical trivia questions are the ultimate test of your health...


The Most Popular Song From the Year You Were Born

These memorable tunes were the most popular songs from 1946 to 2020, according to Billboard. Did your favourites make the...


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The Real Reason There’s an “R” in “Mrs”

...And more mind-blowing facts about the English language.