Category : Cultural Heritage


Maugerville's Big Potato Vandalized Again

The beloved Big Potato sculpture in Maugerville, New Brunswick, has been targeted by vandals just three years after community restoration efforts. Discover the impact on this iconic roadside attraction.

Legendary Nassak Diamond's Secret Canadian Home

Discover how one of the world's most historic diamonds, the Nassak Diamond, journeyed from Indian temples to a secret Canadian bank vault, becoming Canada's most precious hidden treasure.

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.

St. Thomas Historic Grandstand Declared Unsafe

The iconic grandstand at Emslie Field in St. Thomas, Ontario has been declared structurally unsafe, forcing immediate closure and leaving community events in limbo. Learn about this historic landmark's fate.

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.

Ukrainian Church Vandalized in St. Catharines

A Ukrainian Catholic church in St. Catharines was targeted in a vandalism attack that police are investigating as hate-motivated. Surveillance footage shows two suspects defacing the property with spray paint.

Permanent Poppy Crosswalks Honor Nipissing Veterans

Communities across Nipissing District are painting permanent red poppy crosswalks as lasting tributes to Canadian veterans and fallen soldiers, creating powerful visual reminders of sacrifice.

Historic Altar Stone Returns to Base Borden Church

A remarkable piece of Canadian military history has found its permanent home at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church in Base Borden. Discover the story behind the restored altar stone with deep ties to local veterans and the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Holodomor Mobile Classroom Teaches in Sudbury

Sudbury hosts powerful Holodomor awareness exhibit as Canada's mobile classroom tour educates new generations about Stalin's man-made famine that killed millions of Ukrainians.

Amherstburg's Veteran Tribute Crosswalk Restored

The vibrant commemorative crosswalk honoring Canadian veterans in Amherstburg has been fully repaired after wear and tear, restoring this meaningful community tribute ahead of Remembrance Day.

Egypt's $1B Grand Museum Opens After 20 Years

The monumental Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids has officially opened its doors, showcasing priceless treasures including King Tut's complete collection for the first time.

Ottawa Civic Centre Closes After 55 Historic Years

The Ottawa Civic Centre, home to countless memories from 67's hockey to legendary concerts, is officially closing its doors. Discover the legacy of this Canadian landmark and what's next for the historic site.

Nova Scotia's Untold WWI Hero Stories Revealed

Former Halifax Army Museum curator Ken Hynes shares remarkable accounts of Nova Scotia soldiers and nurses who served with extraordinary courage during World War I, preserving their legacy for future generations.

Delta Armouries Hotel: 120 Years of London History

Discover how London's Delta Armouries Hotel transformed from a military training ground to a luxury downtown landmark, preserving 120 years of Canadian history while offering modern elegance.

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