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Extraordinarily Ordinary
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Extraordinarily Ordinary

The joys of cottage life are only enhanced by the amazing creatures with whom we get to share the experience

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June/July 2018
Embracing Family History
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Embracing Family History

Unaware he was Métis as a child, the journey of self-discovery continues

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June/July 2018
Game Of Bones
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Game Of Bones

The annual world championships of Bunnock, a bone-tossing game dating back to the 19th century, always draws a crowd

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June/July 2018
Shaping Culture
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Shaping Culture

Keeping Kwakwaka‘wakw traditions alive for future generations

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December/January 2018
Cooking With Vanessa
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Cooking With Vanessa

Her big—and perpetually hungry—Italian family was the perfect test group for this up-and-coming chef

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December/January 2018
Against The Grain
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Against The Grain

Eager to try your hand at a DIY project? You might want to think again

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December/January 2018
Rock, Pop, Opera!
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Rock, Pop, Opera!

An early love of music has led to a remarkable place

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June/July 2019
The Blue Bridge
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The Blue Bridge

Lamenting the loss of a beloved landmark

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June/July 2019
On The Hunt
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On The Hunt

Imagine the thrill of digging up an actual buried treasure chest!

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June/July 2019
Floating On A Cloud
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Floating On A Cloud

This stretch of the Red Deer River is home to family memories for past and future generations

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August/September 2018
A Born Bird-Lover
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A Born Bird-Lover

Laying out the welcome mat for feathered friends— from blue jays to owls and everything in between

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August/September 2018
Making It In Kids' Lit
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Making It In Kids' Lit

The dream of being a children’s book author is now a reality, one that happily continues to evolve

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August/September 2018
Taking Shape
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Taking Shape

Turning scrap metal into stunning sculptures

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August/September 2018
The Gem Of Northumberland
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The Gem Of Northumberland

Ferris Provincial Park has it all: nature, activities, peacefulness

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August/September 2018
Meeting Obert
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Meeting Obert

Seeing the world through the eyes of a migrant worker from Zimbabwe underscored the importance of personal freedom

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April/May 2018
Rehabilitating Raptors
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Rehabilitating Raptors

‘As a passionate animal lover, I’ve spent more than two decades caring for sick, injured or orphaned birds of prey’

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April/May 2018
A Stitch In Time
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A Stitch In Time

Still hooked on crocheting after all these years

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April/May 2018
Settlers, Rails & Trails
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Settlers, Rails & Trails

This town’s community-run, non-profit museum is home to the Canadian Flag Collection

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April/May 2018
Helping Hands
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Helping Hands

Meeting a black female chiropractor for the first time was a true inspiration 

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June/July 2018
At Home In Montreal
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At Home In Montreal

’The city got under my skin and worked its way into my heart…’

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June/July 2018
A Spoonful of History
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A Spoonful of History

Collecting spoons led to many new adventures

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June/July 2018
Clever Camouflage
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Clever Camouflage

Great photo ops abound in this park—just be sure to keep your eyes peeled!

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June/July 2018
Happy Birthday, Canada!
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Happy Birthday, Canada!

Celebrating all that makes us proud to be Canadian

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June/July 2018
Naturally Beautiful
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Naturally Beautiful

Spending an amazing month on the road in scenic British Columbia

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October/November 2017
Loving Autumn In Rural Ontario
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Loving Autumn In Rural Ontario

And why not! There’s lots to enjoy

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October/November 2017
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Letter Home

A military veteran who served in Afghanistan shares her thoughts and experiences with local students

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October/November 2017
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Classic Camaro

A long-time contributor to Our Canada talks cars with the proud owner of a 1967 Camaro SS.

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October/November 2017
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Buck Up!

Rutting season brings out the animal in these male deer.

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October/November 2017
A Close Shave
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A Close Shave

The life of a young soldier is saved by a stroke of good luck

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October/November 2017
Stone Cold Fox
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Stone Cold Fox

Braving the winter chill was worth this wildlife encounter

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February/March 2018