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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.

86-year-old Canadian nears 1,000th skydive

Meet an 86-year-old Canadian athlete defying age limits as she approaches her 1,000th skydive, proving adventure has no expiration date in this inspiring journey from Olympic glory to senior sky diving.

Daniele Sauvageau: Transforming Women's Hockey

Explore how Hall of Famer Daniele Sauvageau transformed women's hockey in Canada through coaching brilliance and groundbreaking leadership that reshaped the sport forever.

World's Oldest Olympian Charles Coste Dies at 101

Charles Coste, the world's oldest living Olympian and celebrated French cycling champion who won gold at the 1948 London Games, has passed away at 101, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in Olympic history.

Quebec Festival Debuts Revolutionary First Synthesizer

A revolutionary moment in Canadian music history unfolded at the Quebec Music Festival as electronic sounds from the first-ever synthesizer captivated audiences, marking a seismic shift in musical performance.

Reagan's trade warning Canada ignores

A forgotten 1988 speech reveals Ronald Reagan's crucial warning about trade protectionism that today's Canadian politicians are ignoring while celebrating his legacy.

Blue Jays' Legendary World Series Homerun Moments

Dive into the dramatic history of Toronto Blue Jays' World Series home runs that defined championships and created Canadian baseball legends. From Joe Carter's iconic walk-off to key moments that brought glory to Toronto.

Caboto Club Marks 100 Years as Windsor Landmark

Discover the remarkable 100-year journey of Windsor's Caboto Club, from its humble beginnings as an Italian immigrant society to becoming a premier entertainment venue and community cornerstone.

London Ontario's Haunted History: Ghosts of Forest City

Explore London, Ontario's most haunted locations from Grand Theatre to Eldon House. Discover the spine-chilling ghost stories and paranormal encounters that make the Forest City a hotspot for supernatural activity.

Quebec's 1995 Referendum: 30 Years Later

Three decades after Quebec's sovereignty referendum came down to a razor-thin margin, explore the dramatic events, key players, and lasting impact of that fateful night that nearly redrew Canada's map.

Students' exam cancelled after studying wrong Roman ruler

A hilarious historical mix-up involving ancient Roman rulers resulted in Australian high school seniors getting an unexpected reprieve from their final history exam. Discover how confusing two Roman leaders turned into every student's dream scenario.

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