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About 3,000 people packed into the arena in Gander, N.L., on Friday — 25 years after all planes were grounded following the Sept. 11, terrorist strikes on New York, Washington and over Pennsylvania. It was for a ceremony for remembrance and reflection. It was Sept. 11, 2001 when residents of Gander and surrounding regions stepped...

On this day, Sept. 11, 2001, the world as we knew it was irrevocably changed. Coordinated attacks on the United States claimed thousands of lives. The immediate impact reverberating across the globe. On 9/11, four hijacked passenger planes became weapons, crashing into the iconic Twin Towers in lower Manhattan, the Pentagon near the U.S. Capitol,...

On this day, Sept. 11, 2001, the world as we knew it was irrevocably changed. Coordinated attacks on the United States claimed thousands of lives. The immediate impact reverberating across the globe. On 9/11, four hijacked passenger planes became weapons, crashing into the iconic Twin Towers in lower Manhattan, the Pentagon near the U.S. Capitol,...

Monday (Aug. 31) was the 25th International Overdose Awareness Day – a global campaign to remember people who have died from overdose and to help prevent more deaths. This year’s message is “Still Needed” and Peterborough health officials say the latest statistics help explain why. Marc Woodhouse reports

On this day, Sept. 11, 2001, the world as we knew it was irrevocably changed. Coordinated attacks on the United States claimed thousands of lives. The immediate impact reverberating across the globe. On 9/11, four hijacked passenger planes became weapons, crashing into the iconic Twin Towers in lower Manhattan, the Pentagon near the U.S. Capitol,...

On this day in 2016, all eyes were on Kingston as The Tragically Hip took the stage for the final stop of their Man Machine Poem Tour — a tour that would become the band’s last after Gord Downie was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. Ten years later, fans are gathering in Kingston once again...

August 1st marks Emancipation Day in Halifax. A day to remember the abolition of slavery across the British Empire. And in Halifax, a day to recognize the lasting legacy of African Nova Scotians and African Canadians across the country. Communities across the HRM came together for a ceremony filled with reflection and celebration. And those...

For decades, Ralph Bower took some of the Vancouver Sun’s most popular photographs. His images would end up documenting some of the province’s rich history. Now his singular vision is being remembered, days after he died. Jay Durant reports in This is BC.

Montreal’s music community is mourning the death of jazz icon Oliver Jones at age 91. The acclaimed musician is being remembered as an immense talent and a kind soul who left a mark on multiple generations. Dan Spector looks back at the storied career of one of Little Burgundy’s most famous sons.

We remember the life, career and impact of Roughriders defensive back and captain Jayden Dalke. Also, looking into what we know to this point about the tragic accident late Saturday night. It’s the beginning of a 5-day coroner’s inquest into the death of Boden Umpherville after being killed by Prince Albert police in 2023. We...

We remember the life, career and impact of Roughriders defensive back and captain Jayden Dalke. Also, looking into what we know to this point about the tragic accident late Saturday night. It’s the beginning of a 5-day coroner’s inquest into the death of Boden Umpherville after being killed by Prince Albert police in 2023. We...

The funeral for veteran Toronto police officer Marc Pinizzotto, who was killed in the line of duty earlier this month, took place in Etobicoke Wednesday. His family, friends and fellow officers all remembering him as a dedicated officer, father, and husband, with a strong connection to the hockey community. Nicole Di Donato has more on...

Remembrance is about looking back but for one South Frontenac woman, it’s also been about keeping a promise to her dad to create a lasting tribute to those who served. She fulfilled that promise today.. With the unveiling of a new memorial wall and remembrance arch in Harrowsmith.    Jesse reynolds was there.

A ceremony in Pointe-Claire on Tuesday brought together veterans, students and community leaders, to honour the victims of the Holocaust. It also commemorated some of the soldiers who helped fight against it. Felicia Parrillo reports on Holocaust Remembrance Day from the National Field of Honour.

Saskatoon is remembering one of it’s most prominent philanthropists as Irene Dube has died at the age of 89. Days of intense rain have left many parts of southern Saskatchewan dealing with damaging flooding.

Fredericton’s peace officers came together Sunday to remember those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Johnny James spoke with those at the ceremony about the gravity of the day.

Ceremonies were held across the Maritimes for the national Day of Mourning for people who died or were injured at the workplace. As Suzanne Lapointe reports, activists are calling for greater awareness of psychological injuries from harassment and toxic work environments.

Monday is Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day. Dara Solomon, executive director of the Toronto Holocaust Museum, joins Ross Hull to discuss the importance of keeping the stories of survivors alive.

For more than 15 years, May 5th has marked Red Dress Day, a national day of remembrance honoring missing and murdered Indigenous women, girl, and two spirit people. Here in Kingston, Red Dresses were seen across the city in a powerful visual call for awareness and change.

The battle of Vimy Ridge began on April 9th, 1917. War historian from the Canadian War Museum Teresa Iacobelli joins Miranda Anthistle to explain the significance of the battle and the importance of remembering those who sacrificed their lives on the battlefield.