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The Nature of Things Into the Fire

Nature created it. Humans harnessed it. And now, as climate change helps light a flame to our forests, scientists are desperately trying to understand fire....
The National The pipeline that's divided Western Canada

The proposed Trans Mountain pipeline has divided Western Canada, inspiring passionate views and elevating tensions between British Columbia and Alberta.
The National The inspiring journeys of three Canadian teenagers

The National shares the inspiring journeys of three Canadian teenagers who have all experienced hardship, but are using their challenges to bring about ...
The National Influential filmmakers react to state of Indigenous film in Canada

The National spoke to three influential filmmakers about the state of Indigenous film in Canada. CBC Radio host Duncan McCue is joined by filmmakers Lis...
The National Marvel's newest superhero Snowguard is an Inuit teen

The Toronto writer who brought her to life is not Indigenous, but made sure the character was true to her Inuit background.
CBC Docs POV Angry Inuk

A new generation of Inuit, armed with social media and their own sense of humour and justice, challenge anti-sealing groups. They are pushing for a sust...
The National Recycling incorrectly can cost taxpayers big time

Recycling incorrectly can cost taxpayers big time. From not rinsing out containers to throwing garbage into the recycling, contaminating your blue bin can do...
CBC Radio One More than Words

More than Words is a set of stories that looks at why Indigenous languages matter. These stories introduce people determined to reawaken the many langua...
The National Canadian tech used in repressive countries for censorship

Canadian company Netsweeper is under fire for its technology that can help repressive countries around the world censor the Internet for millions of users. T...
Back in Time for Dinner The 1970s

Enter the contradictory 1970s. The Campus family embraces the earth-tone transformation of their home, right down to the shag carpets and wood panelling. Whi...

Latest additions

Our Vancouver Street Thug Barbers: Free cuts and compassion

Three men who call themselves the Street Thug Barbers talk about their project to cut hair for free for people who really need it.

Added on July 17, 2018
The National The inspiring journeys of three Canadian teenagers

The National shares the inspiring journeys of three Canadian teenagers who have all experienced hardship, but are using their challenges to bring about ...

Added on July 11, 2018
The National Siksika Nation teens reconnect with history in archeological dig

High school students from the Siksika Nation, near Calgary, are taking part in an archeological dig to reconnect with their history.

Added on July 11, 2018
The National New First Nation firefighters train to protect their communities

New volunteer firefighter recruits from First Nations in northern Saskatchewan are training to help prevent losses in their communities during wildfire season.

Added on July 11, 2018
The National Sixties Scoop survivors split on proposed $875-million settlement

Advocates say the deal can give closure to the affected families, but critics say the amounts for survivors are too small, there were no national hearings, a...

Added on July 11, 2018
The National Influential filmmakers react to state of Indigenous film in Canada

The National spoke to three influential filmmakers about the state of Indigenous film in Canada. CBC Radio host Duncan McCue is joined by filmmakers Lis...

Added on July 11, 2018
The National Marvel's newest superhero Snowguard is an Inuit teen

The Toronto writer who brought her to life is not Indigenous, but made sure the character was true to her Inuit background.

Added on July 11, 2018
The National Canada's LGBT seniors fear discrimination in elder care

Many of Canada's LGBT seniors fear discrimination in elder care, believing they'll have to once again hide their pride to avoid prejudice.

Added on July 11, 2018
The National How Montreal police and the city's homeless are building a better relationship

It's part of an initiative started after a homeless man was killed by police last year. The goal is to ensure it never happens again.

Added on July 11, 2018
The National The pipeline that's divided Western Canada

The proposed Trans Mountain pipeline has divided Western Canada, inspiring passionate views and elevating tensions between British Columbia and Alberta.

Added on July 11, 2018

Featured Collections

Reduce, Reuse and Rethink

Rethinking the way you recycle is the focus of our Reduce, Reuse and Rethink collection. It explores why Canadian communities are at a turning point when it ...
Beyond 94: Truth and Reconciliation in Canada

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission was formed as a means of reckoning with the devastating legacy of the residential school system. From 2008 to 2...
Innovation, Science & Technology in Canada

This collection focuses on Canadian contributions in science and technology, as well as accomplishments demonstrating our innovative spirit. We examine major...
The LGBTQ experience in Canada

From the court battles of the past to the growing awareness of gender identity issues today, the stories in this collection highlight some of the challenges ...
Canadian Icons

Putting together a list of Canadian icons is a big task, but our archives are deep and varied!
Immigration

Immigration is one of the central themes in Canadian history. While many came to Canada to pursue economic opportunity, others arrived because of an urgent n...

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