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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.

Nova Scotia High School Hosts Special Olympics Soccer

Dozens participated in the Special Olympics Unified Sports Soccer Tournament at a Nova Scotia high school, celebrating inclusion and athletic achievement. Discover this heartwarming community event.

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.

Pope returns 62 Indigenous artifacts to Canada

In a significant reconciliation effort, Pope Francis has returned 62 Indigenous artifacts to Canadian communities. This historic move addresses colonial past injustices.

Nova Scotia death reviews slammed for secrecy

Nova Scotia's first two individual death reviews face criticism over transparency failures. Learn about the concerns raised about accountability in the medical examiner's office.

76 new child-care spaces for Middle Musquodoboit

Middle Musquodoboit welcomes 76 new licensed child-care spaces to address growing demand. The expansion promises enhanced early childhood education opportunities for Nova Scotia families.

New Ross Cenotaph: Nova Scotia's Oldest War Memorial

The historic New Ross Cenotaph, recognized as Nova Scotia's oldest war monument, was central to Remembrance Day ceremonies on November 11, 2025. Discover this important piece of Canadian military heritage.

Nova Scotia Archives WWII Collection Revealed

Explore Nova Scotia Archives' extensive wartime collection featuring rare posters and personal letters from WWII, preserving Canadian military heritage for Remembrance Day.

France's Stolen Crown Jewels: Colonial Reckoning

France faces a reckoning with its colonial past as stolen African artifacts, including sacred crown jewels, remain in French museums, igniting calls for repatriation and ethical restitution.

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.

Nova Scotia Tory Defection Rocks Parliament

Conservative MP Chris d'Entremont's dramatic defection to Nova Scotia's Progressive Conservatives sparks debate about political loyalty and parliamentary strategy in Canadian politics.

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.

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