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Canada is not one nation, but three: English Canada, Quebec, and First Nations. Yet as a country Canada is very successful, in part because it maintains national diversity through bilingualism, multiculturalism, and federalism. Alongside this contemporary openness Canada also has its own history to contend with; with a legacy of broken treaties and residential schools for its Indigenous peoples, making reconciliation between Canada and First Nations an ongoing journey, not a destination.

How did a young tradesman in early 18th-century Philadelphia with no money, no connections, and no formal education end up as a leading scientist, an inventor, a master diplomat - and even a Founding Father of the United States of America? He used the same resource we have inside ourselves: a capacity for self-improvement.

During World War II, Canada trained tens of thousands of airmen under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Those selected for Bomber Command operations went on to rain devastation upon the Third Reich in the great air battles over Europe, but their losses were high. German fighters and anti-aircraft guns took a terrifying toll. The chances of surviving a tour of duty as a bomber crew were almost nil.

The glory years for the Toronto Maple Leafs—four Stanley Cups in the 1960s—may be distant memories, but what the team lacks in recent accomplishments is made up for by their history, which is rich in drama, pathos, and, most of all, humor. Figures connected to the Maple Leafs from the 1950s to the present offer their best stories, including some new takes on the team’s legends

For the Allied armies fighting their way up the Italian boot in early 1944, Rome was the prize that could only be won through a massive offensive. Military historian Mark Zuehlke returns to the Mediterranean theater of World War II with this gripping tribute to the Canadians who opened the way for the Allies to take Rome. The book is a fitting testament to the bravery of soldiers like the badly wounded Captain Pierre Potvin, who survived more than 30 hours alone on the battlefield.

Attracting tens of thousands of men and women hoping to strike it rich, the Klondike gold rush brought with it a frenzy of activity unlike anything the world had ever seen. The few children who lived in Dawson City and its surrounding mining camps had front-row seats to this treasure hunt of the century - and to all the antics that a lust for gold brought with it. In this, her companion book to the best-selling Women of the Klondike, Frances Backhouse explores the experiences of the children who followed their parents north in search of fortune or were born in the goldfields.

Since 2010, Toronto's headlines have been consumed by the outrageous personal foibles and government-slashing, anti-urbanist policies of Mayor Rob Ford. But the heated debate at City Hall has obscured a bigger, decade-long narrative of Toronto's ascendance as a mature global city. Some Great Idea traces how post-amalgamation, and under three very different mayors, Toronto managed to so quickly oscillate from one extreme to another, and how the city might proceed from here.

On July 10, 1943, two great Allied armadas of over 2,000 ships readied to invade Sicily. This was Operation Husky, the first step toward winning a toehold in fascist-occupied Europe. Among the invaders were 20,000 Canadian troops serving in the First Canadian Infantry Division and First Canadian Tank Brigade - in their first combat experience. Over the next 28 days, the Allied troops carved a path through the rugged land, despite fierce German opposition.

When most sports fans hear the stat 3,000, they immediately turn to baseball. But for those fans whose breath comes out in frosty puffs, and who bleed ice and snow, 3,000 can only mean one thing - the glory of Montreal Canadiens hockey. The "Original One" of the "Original Six", the Montreal Canadiens hockey team is practically synonymous with superlative: The most Stanley Cup championship victories, with 24? The Montreal Canadiens. The highest number of regular-season wins? The Montreal Canadiens. The oldest active franchise in the NHL? The Montreal Canadiens.

A bi-weekly discussion that critically (and flippantly) engages with the literature, culture, and people of this weird place known as Canada. Hosted by two English graduates, Patrick & Mackenzy. Sometimes features interviews with writers and academics. Featured on Feedspot's "35 Best Canada History Podcasts" (#18), "15 Best Cultural History Podcasts" (#7), and "30 Best History Podcasts For Students" (#10). Named best podcast of all time by their mothers!

Niagara is rich with fascinating stories, from daredevils to heroics. From the horrors during the War of 1812, to murder, to technological innovation and the birth of the modern tourist industry, Niagara has seen it all.

Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the final 100 days of the First World War. As the war had reached a near stalemate after four long years, the Allied Forces devised a daring plan to break through the formidable German Hindenburg Line and reclaim lost ground. This episode follows the courageous actions of the CEF as they capture strategic locations such as Amiens, Arras, and Cambrai, ultimately pursuing the German forces from Valenciennes to Mons—where the conflict first ignited on August 4, 1914. Experience the bravery and sacrifice of ...

Join us for Part Two of our captivating exploration of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces remarkable journey during the final 100 days of the First World War. After nearly four years of grueling trench warfare, the Allied Forces launched a bold strategy to breach the German Hindenburg Line and reclaim territory. In this episode, we delve into the pivotal battle at Arras, following the brave men and women of Canada as they move from the hard-fought victory at Amiens (Part I) toward the next crucial confrontations at Cambrai (Part III) and the final pursuit of German forces from Valenciennes to ...

In Part Four of this riveting series, we delve into the remarkable actions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the last 100 days of the First World War. After nearly four years of grueling trench warfare, the Allied Forces devised a bold plan to break through the German Hindenburg Line and drive the enemy from their entrenched positions. Join us as we follow the CEFs journey from the pivotal battles of Amiens (Part I), Arras (Part II), and Cambrai (Part III) to their relentless pursuit of German forces from Valenciennes to Mons in Belgium—marking the end of the war on November 11, ...

Join us for Part Three of the gripping saga of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the tumultuous final 100 days of the First World War. After nearly four years of grueling trench warfare, the Allied Forces launched a bold plan to breach the German Hindenburg Line and reclaim territory. This episode focuses on the Canadians pivotal role in the Battle of Cambrai, as they advance from Amiens (Part One) and Arras (Part Two) to confront the enemy. The series culminates in the relentless pursuit of German forces from Valenciennes to Mons, the site where the war began on August 4, 1914, leading ...

The life of General Wolfe cannot be fully appreciated if we view his military accomplishments in isolation. This insightful sketch, drawn from original sources, reveals Wolfe as a pivotal figure working alongside the British fleet in a conflict driven by naval strategy, intricately linked to global affairs of immense importance. Here, we aim to present a clearer picture of his contributions through thoughtful arrangement and expression.

How has the Supreme Court defined the Canada we know today? Marking the 150th anniversary of the country’s highest court, Shaping Canada offers unprecedented access to those who interpret our laws. In this historic series, we sit down with leading constitutional scholars and, in a rare event, all nine sitting Justices of the Supreme Court of Canada. From Indigenous rights to medical assistance in dying and freedom of expression, discover the human stories behind the landmark rulings that shape our daily lives.

Comment la Cour suprême a-t-elle défini le Canada d’aujourd’hui ? À l’occasion du 150e anniversaire de la plus haute instance judiciaire du pays, Façonner le Canada vous offre un accès sans précédent à ceux qui interprètent nos lois. Avec des experts constitutionnels et, fait exceptionnel, avec les neuf juges actuels de la Cour suprême du Canada, nous abordons les désions qu iont marquées le pays. De l’avortement aux droits autochtones, en passant par l’aide médicale à mourir et les droits linguistiques, découvrez les histoires humaines derrière les arrêts juridiques...

Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the final hundred days of the First World War. From August 8 to November 11, 1918, after enduring nearly four years of grueling trench warfare, the Allies launched a daring plan to break through the German Hindenburg Line. Experience the courage and determination of Canadian soldiers as they capture key locations like Amiens, Arras, and Cambrai, and relentlessly pursue the retreating German forces from Valenciennes to Mons—where the war first ignited on August 4, 1914. Narrated by Richard Laughton, ...

Join us for Part Two of our captivating four-part series that chronicles the remarkable actions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the final 100 days of the First World War. After nearly four years of grueling trench warfare, the Allied Forces sought to shatter the German Hindenburg Line and reclaim the battlefield. In this episode, we follow the valiant men and women of the CEF as they advance through Arras, continuing their journey from Amiens (Part I) and paving the way towards Cambrai (Part III) and the relentless pursuit of German forces from Valenciennes to Mons (Part IV), the ...