Mary Frances Leahy, daughter of fiddle legend Natalie MacMaster, is captivating audiences and introducing Cape Breton's Celtic music to a younger demographic. Discover how she's honoring her heritage while forging a unique musical path.
Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller announced the official theme for Black History Month 2026 in Cherry Brook, N.S. Discover the focus and significance of this year's celebration.
City workers in Fredericton have uncovered a mysterious underground tunnel beneath the historic Boyce Farmers' Market. The discovery, made in early January 2026, has sparked curiosity and an investigation.
Pope Leo XIV concluded the 2025 Jubilee Year by shutting the Holy Door and delivering a powerful message against materialism and fear of outsiders. Read his full address.
Ottawa's iconic Rideau Canal Skateway is now fully open for the 2026 season. Skaters are flocking to the UNESCO World Heritage Site for its first full opening of the year. Get the details on this beloved Canadian winter tradition.
The Vatican declares the 2025 Catholic Jubilee Year a major success, with over 33 million pilgrims visiting Rome. Pope Francis opened the Holy Door in December 2024 to commence the event.
Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, has passed away at age 96. Her life was a powerful testament to resilience and education.
The Vatican reports a historic 33.5 million pilgrims visited Rome for the Catholic Holy Year. Pope Leo XIV presided over key events, marking a major moment for global Catholicism.
In Edmonton, ribbon skirts are becoming a vibrant symbol of cultural pride and reclamation for Indigenous communities. Discover the story behind this powerful resurgence.
Edmonton's Iranian-Canadian community gathered in south Edmonton on January 4, 2026, to rally in solidarity with mass protests in Iran. Read about the demonstration and local reaction.
Hundreds marched in silence in Crans-Montana to honor victims of the Le Constellation bar fire. The blaze killed 40, including many teenagers, during New Year's celebrations.
Ottawa's Bytown Museum launches a year of celebrations for its bicentennial, marking 200 years since the city's founding. Discover the planned events and historical significance.
Iranian-Canadians gathered at the Vancouver Art Gallery on January 3, 2026, waving pre-revolution flags in solidarity with protests in Iran. Read the full story.
A Saskatchewan hoop dancer brings Indigenous culture to life at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, stating 'I dance for the people.' Discover the story behind this powerful artistic expression.
India unveils the Piprahwa gems, over 300 precious stones buried with Buddha's relics, after their return from abroad. A historic cultural repatriation.
Calgary's downtown faces a 30% office vacancy crisis. Discover how a $1 billion investment in arts institutions like Glenbow and Arts Commons could be the key to its revival and future vitality.
As the iconic Elmdale Tavern changes hands, writer Brian Doyle's 2012 essay recalls its raucous past and surprising cultural evolution. A story of beer, touch football, and lasting memories in Ottawa.
A historic New Brunswick church bell, missing for months, has been discovered destroyed. The community grapples with the loss of a cherished piece of local heritage. Read the full story.
Archaeologists have discovered significant prehistoric artifacts in Simard Park, Sorel-Tracy, Quebec, halting construction on a future skating rink. The find offers a rare glimpse into the region's ancient past.
A historic church bell was stolen in a bizarre theft, with security footage capturing a truck. Parishioners are left bewildered by the mysterious crime. Read the full report.
Saskatchewan's historic Lieutenant Governor's Levee Day unfolded at Government House in Regina on Jan. 1, 2026, marking one of the province's oldest New Year's traditions. Read about the ceremony and its significance.
Captain Andrejs Kuharenoks of the oil tanker Byzantion receives the Port of Montreal's historic Gold-Headed Cane as the first ship's captain of 2026. Discover the nearly 200-year-old tradition.
A heartwarming video of a 63-year-old woman from Jamaica experiencing snow for the first time has captured millions of hearts online. Watch the viral moment.
Amsterdam's historic Vondelkerk church was engulfed in flames early New Year's Day 2026, leading to the collapse of its 164-foot tower. The blaze occurred amid widespread violence across the Netherlands. Read the full report.
Annette Dionne, the final surviving member of the famous Dionne quintuplets, has passed away at 91. We look back at her life and the enduring legacy of the Northern Ontario sisters.
Pope Leo XIV opened 2026 with a powerful New Year's Day Mass, pleading for peace in nations ravaged by conflict and for families suffering from violence. Read his full message.
From a centenarian celebrating on the golf course to community heroes, discover the uplifting stories that defined Saskatchewan in 2025. Read the full list here.
Sudbury's first Syrian refugee family, the Qarqous, celebrate a decade in Canada by building a beloved community restaurant. Their story is one of resilience and welcome.
The Stonewall-Rockwood Fire Fighters Association celebrates the return of its first-ever fire truck, a 1948 model, restoring a vital piece of local history. Read the full story.
A Syrian refugee family in Sudbury, Ontario, celebrates the liberation of their home country by offering a special discount at their restaurant. Discover their story of resilience and community.