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Growing up, these Indigenous creators didn't see themselves on kids' TV. So they made their own
Three Indigenous creators share how they’re reclaiming representation in children’s media, and why it's vital to pass down culturally important stories to the next generation.
30-tonne pile of garbage dumped illegally leaves English town residents stinking mad
The historic English town of Lichfield was rocked in January when residents discovered an enormous heap of trash piled up on a road. Now they’re left asking: who could have done this?
First Look
Thomas King's new novel imagines how we'd react if aliens paid us a visit — read an excerpt now
The acclaimed American Canadian author is back with a new novel! Aliens On the Moon will be published on Aug. 15, 2025.
First Look
Emma Donoghue's historical thriller explores a French train wreck & the lives within it — read an excerpt now
The Ontario author of the Canada Reads 2025 longlisted book The Pull of the Stars is back with a new novel! The historical thriller The Paris Express will be published on March 18, 2025.
Need a simple way to destress? Stop and notice nature, experts say
On those dreary winter days, it's easy to feel low, but experts recommend a simple way to boost your mood: take notice of nature. Doing so can spark moments of joy called "glimmers."
Delays in migrant caregiver residency program could leave some in limbo
In June, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced two new residency programs for migrant caregivers. However, with the pilots still not in effect, care workers like Teresa Andrade now face the dilemma of either leaving Canada or risking staying in the country undocumented.
'An embarrassment to the country,' critic says as prorogued House leaves bills at risk of abandonment
The proroguing of Parliament means that several pieces of proposed legislation may not pass, leaving Canadians affected by those issues angry and frustrated.
Q&A
Protecting trade is more important than fearing a U.S. takeover, says former diplomat
While the threats to Canada's economy by imposing tariffs merit attention, former Canadian-U.S. diplomat Jon Allen says the idea of takeover is "simply ridiculous" and lays out how Ottawa should respond.
How true crime stories are influencing the real-life justice system
For better and worse, a rebirth in our cultural fascination with true crime — spurred, in part, by the launch of the hit podcast Serial a decade ago — has led to changes in the criminal justice system, legal experts say.
For these grieving partners, Camp Widow offered a way forward
At the annual Camp Widow event, individuals who have lost their partners gather to navigate the overwhelming grief of their loss. In the absence of a national bereavement strategy, grief-support charities are stepping in to provide frontline assistance.