Wasaga Beach Memories Project Seeks Public Photos for History
Wasaga Beach Public Library invites residents to contribute photos for a living history archive, preserving community stories and memories for future generations.
Category : Cultural Heritage
Lapu Lapu Festival Plans Announced Amid Lingering Grief
Vancouver's Filipino community prepares for the Lapu Lapu Festival as opposition persists, with hearts still broken after the 2025 vehicle-ramming attack that led to a provincial day of mourning.
Ukrainian Village Reopens in May After 2025 Fire Closure
The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village near Edmonton will reopen in May 2026, over a year after a devastating fire damaged visitor facilities. Restoration work continues with insurance covering most costs.
Historical Society of Alberta to Continue Despite Funding Loss
The Historical Society of Alberta, founded in 1907, has lost its $76,000 provincial funding in the 2026 budget but remains determined to find alternative ways to sustain its operations and community programs.
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Amherstburg Protests Heritage Status for Old High School
Residents in Amherstburg, Ontario, are voicing opposition to a potential heritage designation for the former General Amherst High School site, citing concerns over property rights and development restrictions.
Pompeii's Eternal Agony: New Exhibition Unveils Victims' Casts
A new permanent exhibition in Pompeii displays haunting plaster casts of victims frozen at the moment of their death during the catastrophic 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Alberta Heritage Funding Cuts Impact Genealogical Society
The Alberta government's decision to cut operational grants and revoke the Alberta Genealogical Society's heritage status threatens decades of historical preservation work and community education across the province.
First Nations Chiefs Present Gifts to King Charles at Palace
First Nations chiefs presented meaningful handmade gifts to King Charles during a Buckingham Palace meeting, highlighting cultural traditions and diplomatic relations.
Key Evidence of 1812 Triple Shipwreck Found on Sable Island
Parks Canada archaeologists have discovered exposed deck sections on Sable Island, providing crucial evidence of a triple shipwreck from September 1812, including the sloop Swift.
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Sask. Jewish Community to Rebuild After Cemetery Shop Fire
The Saskatchewan Jewish community is planning to rebuild a cemetery maintenance shop destroyed in a fire, with a board member describing the loss as devastating.
Alberta Cuts Funding to 119-Year-Old Historical Society
The Alberta government has eliminated provincial funding for a historical society that has operated for 119 years, raising concerns about preserving local heritage.
Edmonton WWI Soldiers' Remains Returned from U.S. Museum
The partial remains of two Edmonton soldiers who fought in the First World War are among those being repatriated to Canada by a U.S. museum, honoring their ultimate sacrifice.
Sacred Items Repatriated from Vatican Unveiled at History Museum
Assembly of First Nations Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak presided over the unveiling of sacred artifacts returned from the Vatican collection at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec.
Wiarton Willie, Groundhog Weather Prophet, Dies
Wiarton Willie, the famous weather-predicting groundhog from South Bruce Peninsula, has died peacefully in his sleep. The town mourns his loss and begins the search for a successor to continue the cherished Groundhog Day tradition.
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U.S. Museum Returns Remains of 12 Canadian Soldiers
A significant repatriation effort sees the remains of twelve Canadian soldiers returned from a U.S. museum, honoring their service and providing closure to families and the nation.
Edmonton's Most Threatened Historic Landmarks Examined
An in-depth examination reveals Edmonton's most endangered historic buildings and sites, highlighting preservation challenges and community efforts to protect architectural heritage.
Tel Aviv's Underground Purim Parties Defy War with Resilience
Amid frequent missile strikes from Iran and Hezbollah, young Israelis celebrated Purim in bomb shelter dance parties, showcasing national resilience and defiant joy during wartime.
Alberta Marks 200+ Years of Francophone Culture
Alberta commemorates Francophonie Month with a flag-raising ceremony, highlighting the enduring legacy and contributions of Francophone communities across the province for more than two centuries.
Historical Society Cuts Threaten Alberta Tourism Growth
The Alberta government's decision to eliminate funding for the Historical Society of Alberta contradicts its ambitious $25 billion tourism strategy, risking the authentic experiences that attract visitors worldwide.
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Halifax Residents Petition to Save Historic Memorial Library
Community members in Halifax are petitioning to save the closed Memorial Library, calling it a 'living cenotaph' crucial for preserving regional history, amid broader local news coverage.
Museum's Nakba Exhibit Consultants Are Anti-Israel Activists
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights' upcoming Nakba exhibit faces scrutiny as consultants are revealed to be pro-Palestinian activists with anti-Zionist backgrounds, raising concerns about historical accuracy.
Halifax Residents Petition to Save Old Memorial Library
Community members in Halifax have launched a petition to protect the old Memorial Library site, emphasizing its importance for regional history and cultural heritage.
Calgary Weekend: Viking Fest, Carvings, Snow
Postmedia photographers captured Calgary's weekend highlights, including the Icelandic Carnivale with Viking combat, Tom Ward's wood carvings at Devonian Gardens, snowy activities, and preparations for water main repairs.
Gander Airport Lounge Gets Heritage Designation
The iconic mid-century modern international lounge at Gander International Airport in central Newfoundland has been officially recognized with a heritage designation, preserving its architectural and historical significance.
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Calgary Iranian Community Memorial for Conflict Victims
The Immigrant Education Society hosted a memorial gathering in Calgary for Iranian community members to mourn loved ones killed during recent protests in Iran, providing support for those unable to travel home.
Venezuela's Cowboy Sport: A Unique Rodeo Tradition
Explore Venezuela's cowboy sport, a rodeo tradition blending skill and culture, as it gains international recognition amid global equestrian events.
Al Rashid Mosque Serves Iftar Meal to Vulnerable Edmontonians
The Al Rashid Mosque in Edmonton opened its doors to share a traditional iftar meal with vulnerable community members during the holy month of Ramadan, fostering interfaith understanding and support.
Memorial for Boy Drowned 52 Years Ago Installed in Pointe-Claire
A permanent marker in Terra-Cotta Natural Park now commemorates six-year-old Alain Nadeau, who tragically drowned during the 1974 spring melt, providing his family with long-awaited closure after decades.
Afghan Women's Resilience Stories at Calgary Women's Day Event
In Calgary, Afghan women shared powerful stories of resilience at Telus Spark for International Women's Day, highlighting their strength and cultural heritage through a world premiere film.
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War Memorial in Italy Echoes Amid New US-Iran Conflict
A powerful World War I memorial in Brindisi, Italy, with evocative marble sculptures depicting war's human toll, serves as a poignant reminder of conflict's senselessness as tensions escalate between the US and Iran in 2026.
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