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It’s hard to believe that this year will be the fifth edition of the Canadian Screen Awards. The annual event that recognizes the best in Canada’s film and television industry is set to air on Sunday March 12th, and this morning they announced the nominations. Orphan Black once again leads …

Photo: canadianopera on Instagram Though we are at the start of a new year, Canada’s major opera companies are only half way through their yearly season. This January, companies across the country will launch their new productions. From traditional reproductions of 1700s classics to unique interpretations of Shakespearean plays, January …

As we reflect on the past year, 2016 was an exciting time for Canadian art galleries, with a number of high profile exhibitions making the rounds among the country’s art galleries. 2017 shows no signs of slowing down, with several new exhibits slated to open in the season ahead. From Montreal to …

It is often said that dance is one of the only universal languages we have. This is especially true of ballet. No matter where you come from, everyone can appreciate the beauty and grace of the art form. We’re fortunate enough to have a variety of incredible ballet companies across …

As an accomplished Canadian athlete and activist, Waneek Horn-Miller was a member of the Canadian Olympic Water Polo team and has also been an outspoken survivor of the Oka Crisis. These days, the inspirational leader in the Mohawk community devotes her time to the Manitobah Mukluks, an Aboriginal-owned, Winnipeg-based company …

Fall’s crisp, cool air and vibrantly coloured leaves make it the perfect season to explore the outdoors. In Canada, we’re lucky enough to be home to a number of incredible national parks, all of which provide ample opportunity to take in this particularly picturesque season. Watch trees come alive in …

Spread across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta lies a vast stretch of plains and farmland known as the Canadian Prairies. Though it was originally known for its charming small towns, the region is now home to several budding metropolises as well. While culture and excitement may not typically come to mind when …

As the weather turns frosty every November, ski lovers escape to Whistler, British Columbia to make their tracks down the resort’s world famous slopes. Though known for its winter sports, Whistler is actually home to a number of other exciting activities and attractions. Take a day off and rejuvenate in …

Four months after her silver medal in Rio, Lindsay Jennerich is back on the water. But not with her doubles partner. “I’m having [Patricia] Obee withdrawal pains,” she said about her Olympic teammate. Jennerich has secured a role as an assistant coach of the University of Victoria Vikes women’s rowing team. …

Olympic star Penny Oleksiak won the Lou Marsh Award on Tuesday for Canadian athlete of the year as chosen by members of the media. Now we want to know who you’d pick for the country’s top performer of 2016.  Review the names on our short list and vote for your choice in the …