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Our Canada

One country, countless journeys

Our Canada words over a graphic of mountains, trees, an inukshuk, a totem pole, Parliament, a lighthouse and a bridge

About Our Canada

While Canadian sovereignty is under threat, its patriotism is on the rise. For Our Canada, Canadians from all walks of life come together to share stories of what makes this country home. These stories give voice to our values, our culture, and our place in the world.

We hope these stories inspire others to embrace new beginnings and find connection through the diverse voices that shape Canada.

~ The Entrepreneurial Reporting class of 2025

Arts & Life

What does it mean to be trans and Canadian?

Canada is widely regarded as one of the safest places in the world to be transgender, but trans people say they still remain vigilant.
News

Young Canadians have a different view now of driving, instructor says

For generations, getting a driver’s license was seen as a rite of passage, a symbol of independence and adulthood.
Business

How Canadian celebrities help with brand loyalty and sales at home

For Canadian consumers, it’s not just any famous face that holds power—it’s the ones that feel like home.
Arts & Life

This young Toronto woman is turning fashion into freedom

Through her Caribbean-inspired outfits and Toronto thrift finds, this student shows how self-expression can be a powerful reflection of culture. 
Hockey

‘It’s in our blood’: Toronto Maple Leafs fans see hockey as core to being Canadian

“Hockey is part of being Canadian, and this is the biggest hockey team in the NHL — some would say, the world.”
Arts & Life

The integration of street art into Canadian identity and communities

"It gives a type of belonging."
Arts & Life

The roots of cultural heritage live within us

Ganss didn’t connect with her heritage until she discovered it herself through the world of dance.
Mental Health

Beyond the scoreboard: how sports are helping young Canadians navigate mental health

Sports expose individuals to stress in a safe, structured way that can help build resilience for Canadian youth.
Culture and communities

From Pakistan and the U.S. to the 6ix – how immigrants have made Toronto home

Two immigrants share why they came to Canada, and how they adjusted to life in the city
Arts & Life

Shifting gears: Embracing Canada through cycling and community

Once just a way to commute, bicycling in Toronto now reflects something deeper.
Culture and communities

What makes Canada home? New immigrants find belonging in the GTA’s diversity       

Each year, Canada welcomes hundreds of thousands of newcomers as permanent residents/immigrants.
Arts & Life

‘Proud’ to be Canadian

For many of the country’s queer immigrants, Canada has become a place of refuge, opportunity and expression.
Arts & Life

Keeping family and friends at the core of Canadian cottage culture

When a Canadian first says they have a cottage, that statement is usually followed by a “Where about?”
News

Soccer is a sanctuary in some Canadian communities

Soccer is more than just a sport — it fosters lasting connections.
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Arts & Life

Keeping family and friends at the core of Canadian cottage culture

When a Canadian first says they have a cottage, that statement is usually followed by a “Where about?”
Arts & Life

Shifting gears: Embracing Canada through cycling and community

Once just a way to commute, bicycling in Toronto now reflects something deeper.
Culture and communities

From Pakistan and the U.S. to the 6ix – how immigrants have made Toronto home

Two immigrants share why they came to Canada, and how they adjusted to life in the city

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