Credit to Author: Margaret Jetelina| Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2019 07:59:07 +0000
February is Black History Month in Canada Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians. Here are 11 things to know about Black history in Canada. While the commemoration of Black History Month dates back to 1926 in the U.S. and unofficially in Canada shortly thereafter, it was only in December 1995 […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Margaret Jetelina| Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:45:04 +0000
Canada has a high chance of snow on Christmas and other facts Is Canada the most “Christmassy” country in the world? Yes, according to a recent list released by Taxi2Airport. The list measures countries across the globe based on Christmas travel recognition, the chance of snow, Christian population, Christmas search interest and the popularity of […]
Read moreHelping newcomers to not just endure, but also enjoy, the winter season You may have heard the expression “Canada only has two seasons: winter and construction,” or heard horror stories of people getting trapped in their houses by snowstorms. Canadians love to warn all newcomers about the harsh winter they’re about to experience. Here are […]
Read moreIt’s officially autumn in Canada, which means crisper weather, fewer daylight hours, but also a lot of beauty! The changing colours of the leaves turns the country’s forests into a vivid landscape. While you can catch sight of this in any neighbourhood, there are a few spots in Canada that are go-to places for autumn […]
Read moreWildlife safety tips in Canada Whether it is ducks in the park pond, squirrels in the trees, whales in the sea or bears in the mountain, living in Canada means finding ways to co-live with wildlife. While wildlife might seem cute and harmless, they are not household pets and can pose great danger. And it […]
Read moreNew documentary Diversity aims to connect across cultures and religions to find common ground From the Prime Minister to everyday Canadians, we often talk about the country’s diversity as a strength. But immigrant and racialized communities still face stereotypes and discrimination, especially when it comes to religious differences. To combat this, the Armenian Diocese of […]
Read moreSports fan? Here are seven facts you may not have known about athletics in Canada. Hockey is Canada’s national winter sport, but lacrosse is the country’s national summer sport. Lacrosse has Indigenous roots. Different First Nations played it across Canada more than 500 years ago. The Royal Montreal Golf Club, founded in 1873, […]
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