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Cultivating Community

Book Review: Each chapter of Cultivating Community looks at an aspect of fairs and women’s skilled involvement in them from the mid-1800s to the 1970s — whether in competitions for canning, baking, sewing, garden produce, or flowers; in the livestock ring; during fair queen contests; or, eventually, in the boardroom.


The Great War — Hundred Days Campaign

August 8–November 11, 1918: A series of battles during which Canadian and Allied forces pushed the German Army into retreat led to the end of the war.


Five Hidden Heritage Gems

Explore these five hidden heritage gems from British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and a bonus one from Nova Scotia.


Reluctant Union

Sixty years after joining Canada, the Rock is no longer in a hard place.


Conquering the Chilkoot

Daunting trek brings history to life.


We Need To Widen Our Views

Understanding Canadian History requires both context and a sense of proportion. 


Canadian Air & Space Museum

After being served an eviction notice by their property owner, the Canadian Air & Space Museum has launched a campaign to save the museum, and the historic building it's housed in.


If the Shoes Fit

Exhibition at the Bata Shoe Museum explores history of Indigenous Arctic footwear.


Owóknage

Book review: In the book Owóknage, interviews conducted in 1929 and in 2015, along with traditional knowledge and documentary sources such as letters from North West Mounted Police officers and government officials, create a powerful history that feels like a blueprint for a fuller, truer recounting of the past.


At the Ocean's Edge

Book Review: At the Ocean’s Edge brings fresh eyes to the story of the province of Nova Scotia.