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Turkish Military Plane Crash in Georgia Kills 20

A Turkish military cargo plane crashed near Georgia's Azerbaijani border, killing all 20 personnel on board. The incident occurred on November 12, 2025, in Sighnaghi municipality.

Last Chinese Canadian WWII Soldier Dies at 99

The last Chinese Canadian WWII soldier, Gordie Quan, died at 99. Remembrance Day ceremonies in Vancouver honoured his legacy and Cold War veterans who continue to serve.

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.

Ottawa's Calligrapher of Canada's War Dead

The poignant story of William Baldwin, the Ottawa artist who inscribed Canada's First World War Book of Remembrance before his name was added to the Second World War volume. Discover this remarkable Canadian legacy.

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.

Ottawa's Grand 200th Anniversary Plans Unveiled

Canada's capital prepares for a year-long bicentennial celebration marking Ottawa's transformation from Bytown to a world-class capital city with cultural events, historical exhibits, and community activities.

Ovechkin Scores 900th NHL Goal, Chases Gretzky Record

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin etches his name deeper into hockey history, becoming only the third player ever to score 900 NHL goals in a spectacular performance against the New Jersey Devils.

Edmund Fitzgerald: 50 Years Since Lake Superior Tragedy

Five decades after the legendary freighter vanished into Lake Superior's fury, the Edmund Fitzgerald's story continues to captivate and haunt the Great Lakes region. Explore the enduring mystery of Canada's most famous shipwreck.

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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