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Thunderbird House Restoration Plans in Winnipeg

Plans are underway to restore Winnipeg's iconic Thunderbird House, a vital Indigenous cultural center. The major project aims to preserve and revitalize this important community landmark for future generations.

Justice Reform Demanded After Killer's Release

Families and advocates demand justice system reform following the controversial release of a man convicted of killing two Indigenous women. Read about the ongoing fight for accountability.

Pope returns 62 Indigenous artifacts to Canada

The Vatican Museums are repatriating 62 Indigenous artifacts to Canada as part of reconciliation efforts. This historic return marks significant progress in addressing colonial legacy.

Woodward's Department Store Opens in Vancouver, 1903

On November 13, 1903, Charles Woodward defied superstition to open his monumental Woodward Departmental Stores at Abbott and Hastings, transforming a swamp into B.C.'s largest retail hub. Discover the story of this Vancouver landmark.

Federal Budget Fails First Nations: AFN Chief

Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak expresses deep disappointment with Canada's 2024 federal budget, calling it a failure to address critical infrastructure gaps and implement Jordan's Principle.

Windsor Podcast Preserves WWII Veterans' Stories

A groundbreaking Windsor podcast is preserving the incredible stories of local Second World War veterans before they're lost to time. Discover these remarkable firsthand accounts of courage and sacrifice.

Manitoba First Nations Push for Federal Budget Changes

Manitoba First Nations leaders are calling for urgent amendments to the federal budget, arguing it fails to address pressing infrastructure, healthcare, and economic development needs in their communities.

Inukjuak: Arctic Community That Shaped Canada

Discover how a small Inuit community in Quebec's Far North played a pivotal role in Canada's sovereignty and cultural identity through decades of resilience and transformation.

Inukjuak Ditches Diesel for Renewable Hydro Power

The remote Inuit community of Inukjuak in northern Quebec is making a historic transition from diesel dependency to clean, renewable hydroelectric power, marking a new era of energy independence and environmental stewardship.

World's Oldest Olympian Charles Coste Dies at 101

Charles Coste, the world's oldest living Olympian and celebrated French cycling champion who won gold at the 1948 London Games, has passed away at 101, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in Olympic history.

Ottawa Civic Centre Closes After 55 Historic Years

The Ottawa Civic Centre, home to countless memories from 67's hockey to legendary concerts, is officially closing its doors. Discover the legacy of this Canadian landmark and what's next for the historic site.

PA Mass Murderer George Banks Dies in Prison at 83

George Banks, one of Pennsylvania's most infamous mass murderers responsible for the 1982 shooting deaths of 13 people including his own children, has died in prison at age 83 while serving multiple life sentences.

Canada's Land Rights Reckoning: Time to Face Facts

A hard-hitting analysis of Canada's urgent need to confront Indigenous land rights realities. Discover why traditional approaches are failing and what meaningful reconciliation truly requires.

STARS Donates Historic Helicopter to Flight Museum

STARS Air Ambulance enhances Calgary's aviation history by donating one of its first BK117 helicopters to The Hangar Flight Museum, creating an immersive educational experience for visitors.

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