“This year has been a complete remaking of my professional life.” Sean Michaels still appears to be part stunned, part amused, but entirely delighted by what 2014 brought him. The Scottish-born, Ottawa-raised, Montreal-based journalist has been writing for years. Articles… »
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Expos Nation forges ahead with plans and dreams
Befitting the month it was delivered, a frigid shower landed on the heads of the legion of baseball supporters in Montreal very much engaged in finding a way to bring Major League Baseball back to the city where it once… »
Vegan restaurant on Whistler Mountain: reportedly a North American first
Ski resort snack bars and restaurants were not, in the past, known to offer gourmet fare. On the contrary. Menus generally featured greasy fast food. In many places, meals that can be downed quickly are still the norm — because hardcore… »
Arts & Entertainment, International, Society
Chasing the facts in the digital news world
The week between Christmas and New Year’s is for many a time to both reflect and anticipate, a time to make decisions both personal and about the state of the world. But it doesn’t come as a big secret that… »
International, Society, Sports
Junior hockey: glory tempered by broken dreams
The best young hockey players in the world are competing in Canada over the next 10 days in what is billed as a feast for hockey lovers. The players from under-20 national teams from around the world are here in… »
A primer on Christianity
Christmas is a day of celebration for Christians around the world, but how many of the rest of us know–really know–the essence of the legacy of the man whose birth is celebrated today? I know little about Christ’s legacy. Only… »
Arts & Entertainment, International, Society
A Christmas Eve treat for RCI listeners
Continuing a tradition that began several years ago and lapsed with the demise of RCI radio in 2012, one of Canada’s foremost actors, David Calderisi, joins us on this Christmas Eve. Dylan Thomas in 1949, three years before recording “A… »
Health, International, Society
TV medical talk shows-entertainment or valid info?
Television shows about health issues have become incredibly popular. The content of these “doctor shows” however has raised concern among other medical practitioners. Dr. Christina Korownyk M.D, is an associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine in the University… »
Skiing, snowboarding are riskiest winter sports
While many Canadians head into holiday vacations and are looking forward to outdoor activities, an injury prevention charity is advising them to manage their risks. The most dangerous winter sports likely to result in injury and hospitalization are snowboarding and… »
Blended families face extra holiday stress
Advertising and the entertainment media have led Canadians to have high expectations for holiday festivities with family, but conflict can erupt, particularly in so-called blended families. This is how society describes families where the parents have split up and then… »
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