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Montreal mayor Michael Applebaum resigned today. He was arrested yesterday on 14 charges including fraud, breach of trust, conspiracy, and municipal corruption.
In a press conference this afternoon, Applebaum told reporters that he’s innocent...
Former Massachusetts governor and former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Paul Cellucci died on Saturday from complications of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Cellucci is being lauded as a down-to-earth, forthright speaker. (The word...
As reported by CBC, here you go: a video showing at least one bear in British Columbia opening car doors with ease:
How easily? Well, this particular bear is probably planning to take up driving next. (I expect the video may go viral. But it is...
Fresh from controversy over adding advertisements to its music service outlets, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is back in the news on this side of the border for a “re-branding” shift.
CBC’s French programing has long...
An Ottawa cyclist I know was commuting home on sleepy Twin Elm Road last Wednesday evening. Only it was far from sleepy! He said it was crawling with cars and people, flocking to see a big rugby match between Canada and Fiji, part of the 2013...
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Jun 17, 2013 — For this week's Sandwich Monday, we try "The T-Rex Burger," a nine-patty monster that, until this week, had been on the menu of a renegade Canadian Wendy's franchise.
Jun 11, 2013 — Canadian writer Annabel Lyon has a special gift when it comes to time travel. Her new novel The Sweet Girl carries us back to ancient Greece, where a teenage girl learns from her philosopher father and fights for her safety in a dangerous world. Reviewer Alan Cheuse says the novel is a triumph.
Jun 9, 2013 — The Canadian band's second album showcases Katie Stelmanis' massive voice and increasingly personal lyrics in style, keeping one foot in the conservatory even as both are occupied on the dance floor.
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Keepers of the Eastern Door: Mohawk Singers and Dancers
Oct 01, 2001 — Last week, a group of Mohawk singers and dancers performed at SUNY Plattsburgh. The Keepers of the Eastern Door come from Kahnawake, a small town in Quebec on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River. Their performance mingles tradition with the dancers' personal styles. Brian Mann reports. Go to full article
Scientists Call For Stronger Canadian Endangered Species Protection
Sep 28, 2001 — More than 1300 US and Canadian scientists are asking the Canadian government to strengthen proposed legislation that would protect endangered species. The Great Lakes Radio Consortium's Karen Kelly explains. Go to full article
Theatre Review: An Enemy of the People at the National Arts Centre, Ottawa
Sep 24, 2001 — Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People is the season opener at the National Arts Centre's English Theatre. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng was at the opening night and has this review. Go to full article
Canada Responds to an American Tragedy
Sep 19, 2001 — The tragedy has touched people in Canada as well. Memorial services were held all over that country on Friday, including one that drew more than 75 thousand people to... Go to full article
Theatre Review: Quarry at 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque
Sep 17, 2001 — Quarry, now running at the 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque, is a twisty new who-done-it. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng attended a recent matinee and has... Go to full article
Tens of Thousands Stranded in Canada
Sep 13, 2001 — Tens of thousands of American travelers were stranded in Canada by the bombing crisis. As Brian Mann reports, the air travel ban leaves tourists and business travelers... Go to full article
Theatre Review: You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown at St. Lawrence Stage in Brockville
Aug 31, 2001 — You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, currently playing in Brockville, features the St. Lawrence Stage's Young Company. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng was at the... Go to full article
Need for Lakes Restoration is Urgent, Joint Commission Reports
Aug 30, 2001 — US responds to report saying a new sense of urgency is needed to restore and protect the Great Lakes. The report was issued by bi-national commission overseeing US and... Go to full article
Theatre Review: The Wild Guys at Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg
Aug 27, 2001 — Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg, Ontario goes pretty wild with their current production of The Wild Guys. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng was at a... Go to full article
Theatre Review: Dracula at 1000 Islands
Aug 13, 2001 — A new production of Dracula, the Victorian classic, is currently playing at the 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng attended a... Go to full article
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