The adventurer who claimed Newfoundland for England
Sir Humphrey Gilbert tried to establish England's first North American colony in St. John’s, Newfoundland
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Ancient Alberta holds clues to pre-asteroid decline of dinosaurs
New research reveals gradual extinction of dinosaurs before cataclysmic asteroid impact
The crown jewel of a museum in Toronto that almost wasn’t
A few twists of fate gave the city something it can treasure forever: the Aga Khan Museum
How a bike ride across Canada restored my belief in people
It changed my view of Canadians and perhaps of human nature itself
Is the polar bear’s life becoming even more perilous?
Life’s tough for polar bears: climate is extreme, ice varies, food’s scattered. Yet they persist
Second World War attack helped shape Bell Island’s history
It was the only domestic location where Canadians lost their lives during the global conflict
Cross-country cyclists welcomed by St. John’s deputy mayor
ConnecTour cross-country cyclists finally reach their destination
Cycling tour across Canada ends in St. John’s, N.L.
The four riders completing the tour talk about their emotions as their cross-country tour comes to an end
War, tragedy, and a Broadway hit all part of Gander’s celebrated past
From the Second World War to 9/11, Gander has a lot to be proud of
Proud captain sails to Canada’s other ‘distinct society’: Newfoundland
Capt. Stan Peet says while Newfoundland is definitely a part of Canada, it is a very a distinct society
Charlottetown’s heritage homes have a champion
Paul Coles has won eight City of Charlottetown Heritage Awards for his restoration work
New Brunswick’s Acadia region a hidden gem
A naturally beautiful region with equally vibrant people, Acadia is a Canadian treasure
ConnecTour Chronicles: Good luck dodging bad weather finally runs out
Calling it a downpour is a disservice. It would be much more accurate to call it a deluge
