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Research centre at the University of Waterloo that covers all aspects of heritage, including built, cultural, natural and intangible heritage.
Western Canada’s glaciers saw the 2nd greatest ice loss on record in 2025, with about 30 gigatonnes gone. Researchers warn B.C. glaciers are retreating much faster than expected, reshaping landscapes & water systems. #BC #climate #news #Canada #environment bit.ly/4rjHgf2
Western Canada glaciers suffered 2nd-greatest ice loss on record in 2025 | CBC News
"We have to understand that it's not a question of if the glaciers are going to disappear, they are going to disappear," warns Brian Menounos, a professor of earth sciences at the University of Northe...
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February 9, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Western Canada’s glaciers saw the 2nd greatest ice loss on record in 2025, with about 30 gigatonnes gone. Researchers warn B.C. glaciers are retreating much faster than expected, reshaping landscapes & water systems. #BC #climate #news #Canada #environment bit.ly/4rjHgf2
The Quw’utsun Nation’s #Aboriginal land title claim spotlights #Kamloops’ unceded Secwépemc #lands with centuries of #culture & #heritage. Court rulings affirm #rights w/o affecting private property, sparking dialogue on reconciliation & land stewardship. #news #Canada rb.gy/8lbxv3
Land claims, clarified: What does the Quw’utsun Nation title case mean for Kamloops?
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February 7, 2026 at 3:18 PM
The Quw’utsun Nation’s #Aboriginal land title claim spotlights #Kamloops’ unceded Secwépemc #lands with centuries of #culture & #heritage. Court rulings affirm #rights w/o affecting private property, sparking dialogue on reconciliation & land stewardship. #news #Canada rb.gy/8lbxv3
#Toronto’s Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail #Transit, shaping streets and neighborhoods, has been under construction since 2011 and was set to open in 2020. After years of delays, Liberals call for a public inquiry as its future is uncertain. #Canada #Ontario #news #LRT bit.ly/3ZlvFAh
Ontario Liberals demand public inquiry into Eglinton Crosstown LRT construction delays | CBC News
Ontario’s Liberal Caucus is demanding a public inquiry into the delays plaguing the Eglinton Crosstown LRT project — which remains in limbo with no opening date in sight nearly 16 years after construc...
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February 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM
#Toronto’s Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail #Transit, shaping streets and neighborhoods, has been under construction since 2011 and was set to open in 2020. After years of delays, Liberals call for a public inquiry as its future is uncertain. #Canada #Ontario #news #LRT bit.ly/3ZlvFAh
What stories do ruins tell about Britain’s past & future?
A new free online toolkit brings together #heritage professionals & academics to explore how #British country estate ruins are cared for & interpreted. Supported by the @RoyalHistSoc & @nationaltrust. #History #ruins
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A new free online toolkit brings together #heritage professionals & academics to explore how #British country estate ruins are cared for & interpreted. Supported by the @RoyalHistSoc & @nationaltrust. #History #ruins
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Interpreting Ruins in the Country Estate | PDF to Flipbook
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February 4, 2026 at 12:27 AM
What stories do ruins tell about Britain’s past & future?
A new free online toolkit brings together #heritage professionals & academics to explore how #British country estate ruins are cared for & interpreted. Supported by the @RoyalHistSoc & @nationaltrust. #History #ruins
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A new free online toolkit brings together #heritage professionals & academics to explore how #British country estate ruins are cared for & interpreted. Supported by the @RoyalHistSoc & @nationaltrust. #History #ruins
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Toronto’s University Health Network will double capacity of Dunn House, adding 54 supportive apartments for homeless residents with chronic illness, mental #Health, or substance use challenges. #Housing cuts ER visits 52% and shortens stays 79%. #Toronto #News #Canada bit.ly/4sSNW5g
Toronto hospital to double housing program that reduces ER visits | CBC News
A Toronto hospital network will double its unique permanent housing program for homeless people who frequently visit emergency departments that has seen great success.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:06 AM
First Nations police in #Ontario face chronic underfunding, limiting officers, facilities & specialized units. The #Indigenous #Police Chiefs of Ontario filed a Canadian Human Rights Tribunal complaint, but no hearing date is set, leaving communities waiting. #News #Canada bit.ly/3NF4k9r
No date set yet by Canadian Human Rights Tribunal on claims of discriminatory funding by FN police chiefs | CBC News
A lawyer for the Indigenous Police Chiefs of Ontario said he’s still meeting with Public Safety Canada to iron out procedural requirements as he seeks a hearing before the Canadian Human Rights Tribun...
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February 1, 2026 at 1:00 AM
First Nations police in #Ontario face chronic underfunding, limiting officers, facilities & specialized units. The #Indigenous #Police Chiefs of Ontario filed a Canadian Human Rights Tribunal complaint, but no hearing date is set, leaving communities waiting. #News #Canada bit.ly/3NF4k9r
Explore Frontenac County Courthouse in Kingston ON beside #QueensUniversity. Built from local limestone, it features a ribbed central dome, Ionic portico, ornate fountain, and grand courtrooms. #Kingston #Ontario #architecture #building shorturl.at/jz87W
January 28, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Explore Frontenac County Courthouse in Kingston ON beside #QueensUniversity. Built from local limestone, it features a ribbed central dome, Ionic portico, ornate fountain, and grand courtrooms. #Kingston #Ontario #architecture #building shorturl.at/jz87W
Assumption Church in #Windsor is #Ontario’s first Roman Catholic parish and a Gothic Revival treasure. Connected to Assumption College, now the #UniversityofWindsor, it remains active with vaulted ceilings, stained glass, and a rare 1787 Baroque pulpit. #architecture #building shorturl.at/Rkose
January 26, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Assumption Church in #Windsor is #Ontario’s first Roman Catholic parish and a Gothic Revival treasure. Connected to Assumption College, now the #UniversityofWindsor, it remains active with vaulted ceilings, stained glass, and a rare 1787 Baroque pulpit. #architecture #building shorturl.at/Rkose
East of the Rideau Canal, Sandy Hill West tells #Ottawa’s story in brick and stone. Shaped by the University of Ottawa and Catholic institutions, this 19th century area features detailed homes and churches, with over 80% built before 1920. #architecture #building #heritage bit.ly/4qMWIQA
January 24, 2026 at 3:31 PM
East of the Rideau Canal, Sandy Hill West tells #Ottawa’s story in brick and stone. Shaped by the University of Ottawa and Catholic institutions, this 19th century area features detailed homes and churches, with over 80% built before 1920. #architecture #building #heritage bit.ly/4qMWIQA
Downtown Pincher Creek, AB, the 1910 Lebel Mansion shows how community action saves heritage. Once a Catholic hospital, it's now a lively arts and community hub with studios, concerts, and local businesses. A model of adaptive reuse worth exploring. #Alberta #News #Canada bit.ly/4sAFyra
How Pincher Creek rallied to save a historic mansion, and created a new community hub | CBC News
It’s been more than 40 years since a handful of art and heritage enthusiasts rallied to save the Pincher Creek Lebel Mansion, and given how expensive heritage renovations usually are, that makes it a ...
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January 22, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Downtown Pincher Creek, AB, the 1910 Lebel Mansion shows how community action saves heritage. Once a Catholic hospital, it's now a lively arts and community hub with studios, concerts, and local businesses. A model of adaptive reuse worth exploring. #Alberta #News #Canada bit.ly/4sAFyra
The Elgin County Railway Museum in St. Thomas has temporarily closed to address structural issues in its 1913 heritage building, once the Michigan Central Railroad Locomotive Shops. Officials are planning repairs to protect this Railway City landmark. #News #Canada #heritage bit.ly/4jPia5j
'Building-related issues' force closure of historic railway museum built in 1913 | CBC News
The Elgin County Railway Museum in St. Thomas is suspending operations for the foreseeable future because of building-related issues, the museum announced Wednesday.
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January 19, 2026 at 4:53 PM
The Elgin County Railway Museum in St. Thomas has temporarily closed to address structural issues in its 1913 heritage building, once the Michigan Central Railroad Locomotive Shops. Officials are planning repairs to protect this Railway City landmark. #News #Canada #heritage bit.ly/4jPia5j
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is suing Alberta over changes that allow a separation petition, arguing it violates Treaty 8 which predates the province. The Nation says Alberta cannot alter treaty relationships without First Nation consent. #Rights #News #Alberta bit.ly/451y6es
First Nation suing Alberta over changes enabling separation petition | CBC News
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is suing the Alberta government over its actions that it says allowed the Alberta Prosperity Project to start collecting signatures in support of a referendum on the province...
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January 17, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation is suing Alberta over changes that allow a separation petition, arguing it violates Treaty 8 which predates the province. The Nation says Alberta cannot alter treaty relationships without First Nation consent. #Rights #News #Alberta bit.ly/451y6es
As plans begin for the Cabot Trail’s 100th anniversary in 2032, Mi’kmaw leaders are calling for truth telling & inclusion after being excluded from its original naming and development. New signage & dialogue aim to reflect Unama’ki & Mi’kmaw place names. #News #Canada bit.ly/4ppwClp
Name change? Mi'kmaq included 100 years later in Cabot Trail plans
Plans for 100th anniversary of Cabot Trail include Mi'kmaq left out the first time who work to preserve their history in Cape Breton
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January 16, 2026 at 4:46 PM
As plans begin for the Cabot Trail’s 100th anniversary in 2032, Mi’kmaw leaders are calling for truth telling & inclusion after being excluded from its original naming and development. New signage & dialogue aim to reflect Unama’ki & Mi’kmaw place names. #News #Canada bit.ly/4ppwClp
From Icelandic comedy recaps and Brazil’s seven waves to Greece’s lucky coins and Haiti’s soup joumou, New Year is welcomed in many meaningful ways worldwide. Explore 43 global traditions that blend culture, hope, and renewal. #NewYear #Global #Traditions #happynewyear #celebrate shorturl.at/oM3sK
43 New Year’s Traditions to Start the Year Off Right
Take inspiration from these New Year's traditions from around the world and have your best (and luckiest) year yet!
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January 1, 2026 at 4:08 PM
From Icelandic comedy recaps and Brazil’s seven waves to Greece’s lucky coins and Haiti’s soup joumou, New Year is welcomed in many meaningful ways worldwide. Explore 43 global traditions that blend culture, hope, and renewal. #NewYear #Global #Traditions #happynewyear #celebrate shorturl.at/oM3sK
The Kootenay Forest Lands in southeastern BC, home to old-growth forests, wetlands, and wildlife, will be permanently protected. Led by Nature Conservancy of Canada with the Ktunaxa Nation & other governments, it preserves both natural & Indigenous heritage. #news #Canada #policy bit.ly/3KXN0vo
One of Canada’s biggest private land protection efforts announced in BC - Indigenous Watchdog
The area conserved under the Kootenay Forest Lands project will permanently protect forests, wetlands, and grasslands from logging. Photo submitted by Nature Conservancy Canada. WE’VE REACHED 63% OF O...
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December 30, 2025 at 1:56 AM
The Kootenay Forest Lands in southeastern BC, home to old-growth forests, wetlands, and wildlife, will be permanently protected. Led by Nature Conservancy of Canada with the Ktunaxa Nation & other governments, it preserves both natural & Indigenous heritage. #news #Canada #policy bit.ly/3KXN0vo
Members of the Métis Nation of Ontario say an academic summit in Sault Ste. Marie questions their history & communities recognized in 2017. First Nations organizers say it protects treaty territories. The event sparks debate on heritage, rights & identity. #news #Canada bit.ly/3MGJmGJ
Métis Nation of Ontario say academic gathering is an attempt to erase their history
OTTAWA - Members of the Métis Nation of Ontario say an upcoming academic summit in the province amounts to an attack on their history because it questions the legitimacy of
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December 28, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Members of the Métis Nation of Ontario say an academic summit in Sault Ste. Marie questions their history & communities recognized in 2017. First Nations organizers say it protects treaty territories. The event sparks debate on heritage, rights & identity. #news #Canada bit.ly/3MGJmGJ
Work on the Upper Canada Heritage Trail paused after a buried railway whistle post from around 1910 was found. Pending an archaeological review, #NiagaraOnTheLake council backs staff help for volunteers restoring and extending this community trail. #Canada #News bit.ly/4aooNsq
Whistle post discovery halts heritage trail work as committee backs staffing plan
Amid work on the Upper Canada Heritage Trail stalling after crews dug up an early 1900s railway marker, the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is moving ahead with a plan to let its staff keep assisting with...
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December 26, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Work on the Upper Canada Heritage Trail paused after a buried railway whistle post from around 1910 was found. Pending an archaeological review, #NiagaraOnTheLake council backs staff help for volunteers restoring and extending this community trail. #Canada #News bit.ly/4aooNsq
Merry Christmas! From Greek boats and basil blessings to UK carols by candlelight and Finnish lantern cemeteries, #Christmas #traditions worldwide are rich and rooted in culture and community. Discover how societies mark this #festive season! #Global #holiday rb.gy/yy9urr
Christmas around the World on WhyChristmas.com
Find out how Christmas is celebrated Around the World in lots of different Countries, Traditions and Cultures. What Countries celebrate Christmas.
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December 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Merry Christmas! From Greek boats and basil blessings to UK carols by candlelight and Finnish lantern cemeteries, #Christmas #traditions worldwide are rich and rooted in culture and community. Discover how societies mark this #festive season! #Global #holiday rb.gy/yy9urr
On the northern winter solstice, the longest night marks the return of the sun. From Scandinavian St. Lucia Day, Dongzhi in China to Shab-e Yalda in Iran, cultures across the northern hemisphere gather to welcome light, renewal, and hope for the future. #festival #global #life bit.ly/4qhU0Ci
8 Winter Solstice Celebrations Around the World | HISTORY
Since long before recorded history, the winter solstice and the subsequent “return” of the sun have inspired celebrat...
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December 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
On the northern winter solstice, the longest night marks the return of the sun. From Scandinavian St. Lucia Day, Dongzhi in China to Shab-e Yalda in Iran, cultures across the northern hemisphere gather to welcome light, renewal, and hope for the future. #festival #global #life bit.ly/4qhU0Ci
Lislehurst, built in 1885 & now part of the UofT Mississauga campus, began as a Schreiber family home & was transformed in 1928 with Tudor inspired timber and stucco. Its stone walls, gable roof and seven chimneys are part of its defining heritage value. #architecture #building bit.ly/3MDW3BX
December 18, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Lislehurst, built in 1885 & now part of the UofT Mississauga campus, began as a Schreiber family home & was transformed in 1928 with Tudor inspired timber and stucco. Its stone walls, gable roof and seven chimneys are part of its defining heritage value. #architecture #building bit.ly/3MDW3BX
Victoria College in Cobourg, built in Greek Revival style, remains a major landmark with its Doric portico, cupola and scenic rise overlooking Lake Ontario. First known as Upper Canada Academy, it later became a hospital and now a retirement centre. #heritage #architecture #Ontario bit.ly/449cHzw
December 14, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Victoria College in Cobourg, built in Greek Revival style, remains a major landmark with its Doric portico, cupola and scenic rise overlooking Lake Ontario. First known as Upper Canada Academy, it later became a hospital and now a retirement centre. #heritage #architecture #Ontario bit.ly/449cHzw
Ottawa is moving to nominate the ByWard Market as a national historic site ahead of its 200th anniversary in 2027. Opened in 1827 by Colonel John By, it is the city’s oldest commercial area and a meeting point of French and English cultures. #Heritage #News #Canada bit.ly/4pTkpq1
City pushes to make ByWard Market a national historic site | CBC News
City of Ottawa staff are looking to ask the federal government to deem the ByWard Market a national historic site to help celebrate its 200th birthday.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Ottawa is moving to nominate the ByWard Market as a national historic site ahead of its 200th anniversary in 2027. Opened in 1827 by Colonel John By, it is the city’s oldest commercial area and a meeting point of French and English cultures. #Heritage #News #Canada bit.ly/4pTkpq1
#Calgary firefighters saved the Pain Block, the last wooden building to survive the city’s 1886 great fire. Built in 1885 as a general store, later home to Thomas Pain Furriers, it remains a rare link to early Calgary before the Sandstone City era. #Heritage #News #Canada bit.ly/4rtGVal
Firefighters save last surviving wooden building from 'great fire' of 1886 | CBC News
Calgary firefighters put out a blaze in the Pain Block on Stephen Avenue Walk on Tuesday morning. The affected structure is the only wooden building downtown to have survived the city's " great fire o...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:42 PM
#Calgary firefighters saved the Pain Block, the last wooden building to survive the city’s 1886 great fire. Built in 1885 as a general store, later home to Thomas Pain Furriers, it remains a rare link to early Calgary before the Sandstone City era. #Heritage #News #Canada bit.ly/4rtGVal
The Vatican has returned 62 cultural items, incl. an iconic Inuit kayak, to Canadian Catholic Bishops, a century after they appeared in a Vatican exhibition. The items will now be reviewed with Indigenous groups to decide what should be done with them. #News #Canada bit.ly/3KbXFSV
Pope returns 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada as part of reckoning with colonial past
The Vatican insists the items were "gifts" to Pope Pius XI, but Indigenous groups and experts have long called for their return.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The Vatican has returned 62 cultural items, incl. an iconic Inuit kayak, to Canadian Catholic Bishops, a century after they appeared in a Vatican exhibition. The items will now be reviewed with Indigenous groups to decide what should be done with them. #News #Canada bit.ly/3KbXFSV
Bill S-2 aims to update the Indian Act by addressing enfranchisement, voluntary deregistration, natal Band reaffiliation and outdated language. Advocates say it could help repair identity loss tied to the second-generation cut off. #Indigenous #Heritage #News bit.ly/48xasXV
Bill S-2 and the Fight to Belong: When Identity Meets Bureaucracy
(ANNews) – Bill S-2, officially An Act to amend the Indian Act, is a reintroduction of bill C-38, which never became law before the federal government dissolved. As of October
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December 5, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Bill S-2 aims to update the Indian Act by addressing enfranchisement, voluntary deregistration, natal Band reaffiliation and outdated language. Advocates say it could help repair identity loss tied to the second-generation cut off. #Indigenous #Heritage #News bit.ly/48xasXV