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Happy birthday to Steve MacLean, born on this day in Ottawa in 1954!
As an astronaut, he flew on two shuttle missions in 1992 and 2006, spending 21 days in space in total. From 2008 to 2013, he was the president of the Canadian Space Agency.
As an astronaut, he flew on two shuttle missions in 1992 and 2006, spending 21 days in space in total. From 2008 to 2013, he was the president of the Canadian Space Agency.
December 14, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Happy birthday to Steve MacLean, born on this day in Ottawa in 1954!
As an astronaut, he flew on two shuttle missions in 1992 and 2006, spending 21 days in space in total. From 2008 to 2013, he was the president of the Canadian Space Agency.
As an astronaut, he flew on two shuttle missions in 1992 and 2006, spending 21 days in space in total. From 2008 to 2013, he was the president of the Canadian Space Agency.
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Here are the official pictures from the Order of Canada investiture ceremony.
December 13, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Here are the official pictures from the Order of Canada investiture ceremony.
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Happy birthday to Fergie Jenkins, born on this day in 1942 in Chatham, Ontario!
In his Hall of Fame pitching career, he was a three-time All-Star and Cy Young winner. He recorded 284 wins and 3,192 strikeouts. He also played for the Harlem Globetrotters in the 1960s.
In his Hall of Fame pitching career, he was a three-time All-Star and Cy Young winner. He recorded 284 wins and 3,192 strikeouts. He also played for the Harlem Globetrotters in the 1960s.
December 13, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Happy birthday to Fergie Jenkins, born on this day in 1942 in Chatham, Ontario!
In his Hall of Fame pitching career, he was a three-time All-Star and Cy Young winner. He recorded 284 wins and 3,192 strikeouts. He also played for the Harlem Globetrotters in the 1960s.
In his Hall of Fame pitching career, he was a three-time All-Star and Cy Young winner. He recorded 284 wins and 3,192 strikeouts. He also played for the Harlem Globetrotters in the 1960s.
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On this day in 1929, Christopher Plummer was born in Toronto.
A veteran of the Stratford Festival, his career in film, theatre and TV spanned seven decades. He won an Academy Award, two Tonys and two Emmys. He is the only Canadian to win the Triple Crown of Acting.
A veteran of the Stratford Festival, his career in film, theatre and TV spanned seven decades. He won an Academy Award, two Tonys and two Emmys. He is the only Canadian to win the Triple Crown of Acting.
December 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
On this day in 1929, Christopher Plummer was born in Toronto.
A veteran of the Stratford Festival, his career in film, theatre and TV spanned seven decades. He won an Academy Award, two Tonys and two Emmys. He is the only Canadian to win the Triple Crown of Acting.
A veteran of the Stratford Festival, his career in film, theatre and TV spanned seven decades. He won an Academy Award, two Tonys and two Emmys. He is the only Canadian to win the Triple Crown of Acting.
Mark Carney threw a party and Pierre Poilievre woke up with a hangover, Stephen Maher writes www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Stephen Maher: Mark Carney threw a party and Pierre Poilievre woke up with a hangover
Pierre Poilievre has not found the right tone for handling Carney.
www.thestar.com
December 13, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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"It's not just the tariffs." Quite right. It's what the US govt is doing to their own citizens.
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Canadian boycott of U.S. hitting border states hard: Congressional report | CBC News
The drop in Canadian tourism to the United States in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions is hurting American businesses in several border states, a new report by a congressional committe...
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December 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM
"It's not just the tariffs." Quite right. It's what the US govt is doing to their own citizens.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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I was honoured and humbled to be invested into the Order of Canada by Her Excellency, Governor-General Mary Simon in the company of so many outstanding people. www.gg.ca/en/citations via @theglobeandmail.com #journalism
December 12, 2025 at 12:14 PM
I was honoured and humbled to be invested into the Order of Canada by Her Excellency, Governor-General Mary Simon in the company of so many outstanding people. www.gg.ca/en/citations via @theglobeandmail.com #journalism
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"It’s already clear that we have a tiered system that privileges those who have the most resources," says Sen. Kim Pate. "This is signalling (that) if you have cash or resources, there’s a better chance that you will be released into the community." www.nationalmagazine.ca/en-ca/articl...
Ontario’s ‘atrocious’ plan for cash bail may be unconstitutional
Critics say it will further disadvantage marginalized individuals
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December 12, 2025 at 3:19 PM
"It’s already clear that we have a tiered system that privileges those who have the most resources," says Sen. Kim Pate. "This is signalling (that) if you have cash or resources, there’s a better chance that you will be released into the community." www.nationalmagazine.ca/en-ca/articl...
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Supreme Court of Canada to donate robes to mall Santas in need
Supreme Court of Canada to donate robes to mall Santas in need
OTTAWA – The Supreme Court of Canada has announced it will donate its recently decommissioned crimson fur robes to mall Santas in need.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Supreme Court of Canada to donate robes to mall Santas in need
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When is it okay to criticize the government? Always.
An invitation to embrace disagreement, now more than ever.
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An invitation to embrace disagreement, now more than ever.
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When is it okay to criticize the government? Always. A plea for embracing disagreement.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:09 PM
When is it okay to criticize the government? Always.
An invitation to embrace disagreement, now more than ever.
www.davidmoscrop.com/p/life-durin...
An invitation to embrace disagreement, now more than ever.
www.davidmoscrop.com/p/life-durin...
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The government's page undersells the importance of this date, because today is the anniversary of the creation of the Crown of Canada as a separate and distinct entity from the UK crown.
That's why we gained control over our foreign affairs and "our own voice" on the world stage.
That's why we gained control over our foreign affairs and "our own voice" on the world stage.
Happy Statute of Westminster Day to all who celebrate!!
Also, happy 'read more closely' day to those who fall for the trap that the image on the Government of Canada's page about the Statute of Westminster is of the PM signing the Statute of Westminster... :-P
Also, happy 'read more closely' day to those who fall for the trap that the image on the Government of Canada's page about the Statute of Westminster is of the PM signing the Statute of Westminster... :-P
December 11, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The government's page undersells the importance of this date, because today is the anniversary of the creation of the Crown of Canada as a separate and distinct entity from the UK crown.
That's why we gained control over our foreign affairs and "our own voice" on the world stage.
That's why we gained control over our foreign affairs and "our own voice" on the world stage.
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The Statute of Westminster granted lawmaking autonomy to Canada and other Dominions. It should be more widely taught and celebrated in the former Dominions, as it is the basis of our legislative independence. 11th December is one of three days the Union Jack is officially flown in Canada. 🇨🇦🇬🇧
December 11, 2025 at 12:34 PM
The Statute of Westminster granted lawmaking autonomy to Canada and other Dominions. It should be more widely taught and celebrated in the former Dominions, as it is the basis of our legislative independence. 11th December is one of three days the Union Jack is officially flown in Canada. 🇨🇦🇬🇧
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On this day in 1984, Leonard Cohen's seventh studio album, Various Positions, was released in Canada. The album included Hallelujah, which has been covered over 300 times by other artists. The album reached the top 20 in five countries and sold 200,000 copies.
December 11, 2025 at 12:45 PM
On this day in 1984, Leonard Cohen's seventh studio album, Various Positions, was released in Canada. The album included Hallelujah, which has been covered over 300 times by other artists. The album reached the top 20 in five countries and sold 200,000 copies.
This morning, the GG will preside over an honours ceremony @ Rideau Hall celebrating new appointees to the Order of Canada and recipients of the Meritorious Service Decorations. Guest list includes filmmaker Xavier Dolan, @niknanos.bsky.social & @picardonhealth.bsky.social. Congratulations to all!
December 11, 2025 at 1:08 PM
This morning, the GG will preside over an honours ceremony @ Rideau Hall celebrating new appointees to the Order of Canada and recipients of the Meritorious Service Decorations. Guest list includes filmmaker Xavier Dolan, @niknanos.bsky.social & @picardonhealth.bsky.social. Congratulations to all!
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The US had a significant impact on the 2022 Convoy that occupied Ottawa for 3 weeks, providing 50% of donations. Up to 40% of the top far-right media influencers in the US are Canadian and use Canada in their propaganda. That is what this is going to look like if it happens. spon.ca/i-cover-the-...
I cover the far right for a living. This is why I wasn’t surprised to find Canadians embedded in an alleged Russian propaganda scheme « Social Policy in Ontario
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December 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The US had a significant impact on the 2022 Convoy that occupied Ottawa for 3 weeks, providing 50% of donations. Up to 40% of the top far-right media influencers in the US are Canadian and use Canada in their propaganda. That is what this is going to look like if it happens. spon.ca/i-cover-the-...
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SKULL OF THOMAS AQUINAS: TAKE A LEFT NOW
PRIEST: No, the GPS says we have to keep going—
SKULL: I KNOW A SHORTCUT
PRIEST: Do you remember the last ti—
SKULL: FOR THOSE WITH FAITH, NO EVIDENCE IS NECESSARY; FOR THOSE WITHOUT IT, NO EVIDENCE WILL SUFFICE
PRIEST: No, the GPS says we have to keep going—
SKULL: I KNOW A SHORTCUT
PRIEST: Do you remember the last ti—
SKULL: FOR THOSE WITH FAITH, NO EVIDENCE IS NECESSARY; FOR THOSE WITHOUT IT, NO EVIDENCE WILL SUFFICE
'Skull of St. Thomas Aquinas being transported to Fossanova Abbey.'
Photograph by Daniel Ibanez
Photograph by Daniel Ibanez
December 10, 2025 at 5:10 PM
SKULL OF THOMAS AQUINAS: TAKE A LEFT NOW
PRIEST: No, the GPS says we have to keep going—
SKULL: I KNOW A SHORTCUT
PRIEST: Do you remember the last ti—
SKULL: FOR THOSE WITH FAITH, NO EVIDENCE IS NECESSARY; FOR THOSE WITHOUT IT, NO EVIDENCE WILL SUFFICE
PRIEST: No, the GPS says we have to keep going—
SKULL: I KNOW A SHORTCUT
PRIEST: Do you remember the last ti—
SKULL: FOR THOSE WITH FAITH, NO EVIDENCE IS NECESSARY; FOR THOSE WITHOUT IT, NO EVIDENCE WILL SUFFICE
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La comédienne Béatrice Picard est décédée à 96 ans comedienne-beatrice-picard-est-decedee-a-96-ans
La comédienne Béatrice Picard est décédée à 96 ans
La comédienne Béatrice Picard est décédée à 96 ans.
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December 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM
La comédienne Béatrice Picard est décédée à 96 ans comedienne-beatrice-picard-est-decedee-a-96-ans
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Wow. Not only do I find out one of my favorite underrated bands reformed and is going on tour, but the opening act is going to be April Wine. Now I have to find a date when Im not on the road..
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Legendary Rockers Triumph Announce First Tour in Over 30 Years
Legendary rock act Triumph have announced their first tour in more than 30 years. The North American outing will celebrate the Canadian band's 50th anniversary.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Wow. Not only do I find out one of my favorite underrated bands reformed and is going on tour, but the opening act is going to be April Wine. Now I have to find a date when Im not on the road..
consequence.net/2025/12/triu...
consequence.net/2025/12/triu...
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omfg
So one of the World Cup matches here on Seattle is supposed to celebrate LGBTQ+ fans. Unfortunately the two teams "randomly" selected to play that match are... Egypt and Iran. This World Cup is already cursed.
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Iran and Egypt set to play Seattle's World Cup LGBTQ Pride Match - Outsports
A World Cup match in Seattle has been named the Pride Match. That game now features Egypt and Iran, which imprison gay people.
www.outsports.com
December 10, 2025 at 1:24 AM
omfg
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Will Arnett was on Conan and told a story about how Conan dealt with the death of his parents by accusing Jason Bateman of killing them. It’s so funny.
December 9, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Will Arnett was on Conan and told a story about how Conan dealt with the death of his parents by accusing Jason Bateman of killing them. It’s so funny.
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This is tremendous news. Cloutier is an amazing human being. Well done, @nac-cna.bsky.social!
National Arts Centre promotes communications exec Annabelle Cloutier to CEO, president
The National Arts Centre has appointed a longtime communications executive to its top post.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
This is tremendous news. Cloutier is an amazing human being. Well done, @nac-cna.bsky.social!