OTTAWA – Save the Children’s global advocate says Canada could lead an effort to have youth steer the reform of global institutions to fight climate change, while urging Ottawa to reverse aid cuts. “Canada is uniquely placed today to really help the world to lead differently, to help young people to find hope … Read more
The minimum wage in Saskatchewan increases to $14 from $13 on Sunday, but is still the lowest in Canada. Some experts and minimum wage earners say it will not be nearly sufficient as inflation fuels rising costs of living. “I don’t think it’s enough. I’ve got a family, I’ve got kids and grandkids. They all … Read more
This First Person column is the experience of Paula Hudson-Lunn, who lives in Nelson, B.C. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ. As a renter for nearly 50 years, I’ve moved a lot. I’ve crossed the country five times and lived in four provinces. In my 20s, moving was about … Read more
Warning: This story deals with disturbing subject matter that may upset and trigger some readers. Discretion is advised. Darleen Wilson vividly remembers the day she was taken from her family and shipped to St. George’s Residential School in Lytton. It was more than 1,000 kilometres away from her home in the Haisla Nation on the … Read more
The mood remained upbeat in the Toronto Blue Jays’ clubhouse on Saturday despite a missed opportunity to clinch a playoff spot. It helped that Toronto was still in charge of its playoff destiny. But a 7-5 loss to the visiting Tampa Bay Rays certainly increased the pressure with one day left in the regular season. … Read more
As we put September behind us, you’ll hear tunes from Dizzy, Luna Elle, Charmaine, The Steadies, Julian Fuego and more. Including some music to mark today being our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, with songs from Sultans of String & Nadjiwan, Adrian Sutherland and more.
Hundreds gathered at The Forks Saturday morning to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by marching in a healing walk prior to an afternoon powwow. Saturday marks the third annual observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt day, since it was designated a federal holiday in … Read more
The B.C. Lions clinched a home date in the 2023 CFL playoffs on the arm of quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. and the hands of receiver Keon Hatcher and Alexander Hollins. For the second time in two seasons, the B.C. Lions are hosting a home playoff game. The Lions (11-4) ensured the home game with a … Read more
This week, in a collaboration with Kitchener’s Top Toques culinary school, chef Destiny Moser served a five-course dinner using two dozen ingredients that spanned cultures and also served as an instructional medium for teaching Indigenous foods and cooking. “We created a menu focusing on Indigenous ingredients, but we wanted to make sure we weren’t too … Read more
18 hours ago Radio Duration 2:10:27 <p>Tune in for Maamaw (Together), a joyful celebration of Indigenous culture, and the strength that comes from community. Whether that community is a First Nation, a grassroots organization, or a powwow family, we’ll share stories about how people are coming together to support each other, live well and celebrate.</p>