Artist Walks Underground Railroad Route in Windsor-Essex
A 'Walking Artist' embarks on a profound journey through Windsor-Essex, retracing the historic path of the Underground Railroad. Discover the story behind this moving tribute.
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1898 Colored Bird's-Eye Map of Vancouver Discovered
Explore the stunning 1898 panoramic map of Vancouver, a colorful historical snapshot detailing every building and street of the young city. Discover its creation and legacy.
Last Dionne Quintuplet, Annette, Dies at 91
Annette Dionne, the final surviving member of the world-famous Dionne Quintuplets, has died at 91. We look back at the sisters' extraordinary and often tragic story as a Canadian cultural phenomenon.
Recovered Dionne Quintuplets artifacts donated to museum
The Dionne Quintuplets Museum in Northern Ontario recovers two priceless artifacts, including the wedding buggy of Oliva and Elzire Dionne. A family donation preserves a unique piece of Canadian history.
UK Trial Asks Kids About Egg, Sperm Freezing
A controversial NHS trial will ask children as young as 10 about freezing eggs or sperm, a direct response to puberty blockers' infertility risk. The study begins in 2026.
Calgary's 1999 Christmas Heat Wave Hit 20°C
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
Chatham's 1800s Christmas: From Soirees to Shopping
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
Historic piece saved from St. Thomas fire demolition
A St. Thomas, Ontario building was demolished after a fire, but crews salvaged a unique piece of local history from the wreckage. Discover the story of preservation amidst loss.
$713M Settlement for Sask. First Nations Amalgamation
The federal government will pay $713 million to three Saskatchewan First Nations to resolve a historical grievance involving forced amalgamation. Learn the details of this landmark agreement.
Historical Sex Assault Charges in Port Colborne After-School Program
Niagara police have laid historical sexual assault charges against a man who worked at a Port Colborne after-school program. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Canada's Duty to Correct Indigenous Dispossession
Chief Kelly LaRocca argues Canada must move beyond symbolic gestures to address the cumulative policies that dispossessed Indigenous peoples. Read her call for tangible action.
Trump's White House Plaques Draw Historian Ire
Historians critique Donald Trump's newly installed White House plaques, calling them politicized, inaccurate, and beneath the office's dignity. Explore the analysis.
Historic N.S. Church May Change Hands in Ownership Swap
The Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth and a heritage group have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore a potential ownership swap of the historic Saint-Marie Church in Nova Scotia. Learn about the future of this 1905 landmark.
Ex-Saskatoon Principal Gets 6-Month Sentence for 2003 Assaults
A former Saskatoon school principal, Duff Friesen, receives a six-month sentence for assaulting students with a wooden paddle in 2003-2004. Read the full details of the historical crime and its legal outcome.
U.S. Fights to Continue White House Ballroom Construction
The Trump administration argues a $300M White House ballroom is vital for national security. A historic preservation group's lawsuit seeks to halt the project. Get the latest details.
Louvre water leak damages hundreds of artworks
A significant water leak at the Louvre museum in Paris has damaged hundreds of works. The incident, confirmed by the museum, raises concerns about art preservation. Read the full report.
Istanbul's Botter Apartment restored after decades of decay
The Botter Apartment, a pioneering Art Nouveau landmark in Istanbul left to rot for decades, has been meticulously restored to its former glory, marking a major victory for architectural preservation.
New infant burial site found at Tuam Mother and Baby home
Archaeologists in Ireland have discovered a new infant burial site at the former Tuam Mother and Baby home. The find comes amid an ongoing excavation into one of Ireland's darkest chapters.
New Heritage Park locomotive takes inaugural spin in Calgary
A new steam locomotive has joined Heritage Park's collection, taking its first public run after nearly six decades. Discover the history and significance of this Calgary attraction's latest addition.
Negotiations Begin for Old Royal Alberta Museum Site
The Alberta government is negotiating with a top-ranked proponent to redevelop the former Royal Alberta Museum site in Edmonton's Glenora, following a reversal of demolition plans.
Ex-school director pleads guilty to historical assault charges
John Olubobokun, former director of Christian Centre Academy, pleads guilty to five counts of assault with a weapon from 2003, vacating a scheduled trial. Learn the details of this Saskatoon case.
Rocky Shore Gold Adds Two Historical Gold Resources in NL
Rocky Shore Gold Ltd. strengthens its Gold Anchor Project in central Newfoundland by acquiring claims hosting historical resources of over 938,000 gold ounces. The move consolidates its position in a prolific gold belt.
Historic 166-year-old Ontario mill to be turned into mini museum
The historic Logan Mill in Brussels, Ontario, built in 1859, is set for a new life as a community-focused 'mini museum.' The Maitland Mills Association leads the preservation effort.
Kings Landing Launches New Illuminated Christmas Event
Kings Landing Historical Settlement in Prince William, N.B., has launched a new Christmas Village Aglow event, illuminating the holiday season for visitors. Discover the festive details.
Germany returns Nazi-looted artifacts to Poland
Germany initiates the restitution of cultural artifacts looted by the Nazis to Poland, a significant act of historical justice and international cooperation.
Trump vs Chamberlain: Historian Rejects Appeasement Comparison
Father Raymond de Souza argues comparing Trump's Ukraine stance to Chamberlain's Nazi appeasement is historically inaccurate. Learn why the contexts differ significantly.
Cambodia's former capital now city of the dead
Explore the haunting transformation of Oudong, Cambodia's former capital, into a city of the dead. Discover ancient temples and golden relics in this fascinating historical journey.
Sudan's cultural heritage threatened by ongoing war
Sudanese archaeologist Dr. Shadia Abdrabo works to preserve national heritage as conflict threatens to erase cultural history. Learn about the rescue efforts.
Embrun man, 82, charged with historical sex offences
An 82-year-old Embrun man faces multiple criminal charges following a historical sexual assault investigation involving two victims from 2005 and 2011 incidents.
82-year-old charged in Embrun historical sex assaults
Ontario Provincial Police charge 82-year-old man with historical sexual assaults in Embrun. Case highlights ongoing efforts to address unresolved crimes in Eastern Ontario communities.
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