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Edmund Fitzgerald 50th Anniversary Memorials Held

Memorial services mark 50 years since the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior, claiming 29 lives. Gordon Lightfoot's iconic song immortalized the tragedy that continues to captivate.

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.

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.

Maritime Businesses Set Federal Budget Priorities

As Ottawa prepares to unveil its federal budget, Maritime entrepreneurs share their urgent priorities from housing solutions to green energy investments that could shape the region's economic future.

SCO Hosts First Nations Veterans Summit in Winnipeg

The Southern Chiefs' Organization brings together First Nations veterans and community members for a historic summit focused on healing, recognition, and preserving Indigenous military legacy.

US Military Boat Strikes: 64 Dead in Timeline

Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking timeline of U.S. military operations targeting watercraft, resulting in 64 civilian casualties across multiple incidents.

Windsor-Detroit Tunnel Celebrates 95th Anniversary

The historic Windsor-Detroit Tunnel celebrates 95 years of operation, serving as a vital economic and cultural link between Canada and the United States while preparing for future innovations.

Woke Movement Targets Canadian Hero Matthew Begbie

The legacy of Sir Matthew Begbie, British Columbia's first chief justice, is under fire as activists demand removal of his name from landmarks. Discover the complex story behind Canada's latest historical controversy.

US kills 3 alleged drug smugglers in Caribbean operation

In a dramatic high-seas confrontation, U.S. authorities eliminated three suspected narcotics traffickers during a counter-drug mission in the Caribbean Sea, marking another escalation in regional security operations.

Maritime Journalism Legend John Soosaar Dies at 78

The Atlantic Canadian journalism community mourns the loss of John Soosaar, whose groundbreaking career spanned decades and transformed how Maritimers consumed news. Remembering his impact on CTV, CBC, and beyond.

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