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Two art heists, 50 years apart: expert says Canada is a 'soft target'

Two art heists, 50 years apart: expert says Canada is a 'soft target'

It’s clear those who stole a world-famous portrait of Sir Winston Churchill from the Château Laurier planned the heist meticulously.
Head of Bell says Lisa LaFlamme's departure not related to age, gender or grey hair

Head of Bell says Lisa LaFlamme's departure not related to age, gender or grey hair

A long list of high-profile Canadian artists, politicians, business leaders and philanthropists issued an open letter condemning LaFlamme's abrupt dismissal.
Alleged drunk driver who killed Alberta man last year dies before trial

Alleged drunk driver who killed Alberta man last year dies before trial

The widow of an Airdrie man killed by an alleged drunk driver expresses sympathy toward family of late woman accused of killing her husband.
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a…pink pigeon?

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a…pink pigeon?

People in B.C. town have been spotting these high-flying birds that have had the tips of their feathers dyed pink.
Sixteen bison calves born to Banff herd this year

Sixteen bison calves born to Banff herd this year

Sixteen plains bison were relocated to national park five years ago, a number that has now grown to between 85 and 90 animals.
This video of strangers singing on the SeaBus is so wholesome

This video of strangers singing on the SeaBus is so wholesome

One particular Vancouver SeaBus ride turned into a Disney-like musical for some commuters. 
These are the top 'bucket list' Canadian travel experiences

These are the top 'bucket list' Canadian travel experiences

Niagara Falls and Rocky Mountaineer train ride top list of must-do vacations.
Need to be alone? You can now rent this tiny 'Hobbit Hole' in Vancouver

Need to be alone? You can now rent this tiny 'Hobbit Hole' in Vancouver

"I needed a place to go close the door and not be interrupted," says woman who came up with her own version of the she-shed.
At 91 years old, William Shatner says he's still on a 'search for the thrill'

At 91 years old, William Shatner says he's still on a 'search for the thrill'

The “Star Trek” alum, who holds a lifetime of claims to fame, is boldly working through his bucket list.
Banff National Park plan focuses on climate change, traffic, Indigenous relations

Banff National Park plan focuses on climate change, traffic, Indigenous relations

Canada's busiest national park aims to look for better ways to help visitors get around in the coming years as it works to address climate change and strengthen Indigenous relations.
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