The Innocents by Michael Crummey was a finalist for three prestigious literary awards. We asked the author for the backstory to his remarkable book.

The Innocents Michael Crummey Q&A

Michael Crummey gives the backstory to his remarkable new book.

This Novel Was a Finalist For Canada's Three Most Prestigious Literary Awards

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Bill 21 is a ban on religious symbolism in the public sector and is prompting cries of xenophobia, sexism and secularism in Quebec.

What Is Quebec’s Secularism Law? Everything You Need To Know

A ban on religious symbolism in the public sector is prompting cries of xenophobia and sexism in Quebec.

What Is Quebec’s Secularism Law And How Does It Affect Women?

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These area rugs are the home’s new must-haves. Here’s your guide to the hottest weaves and styles, plus styling tips, for your favourite rug patterns.

Hottest Global-Inspired Rug Patterns For Your Home

These global-inspired area rugs are the home’s new must-haves. Here’s your guide to the hottest weaves and styles, plus styling tips.

Hottest Rug Patterns

The Hottest Rug Patterns

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Because of my racial ambiguity, I seemed to fit in everywhere and nowhere at the same time. Here's what I've realized as a result of two decades of travel

Racial Identity: I Didn't Consider Mine Until I Travelled

Because of my racial ambiguity, I seemed to fit in everywhere and nowhere at the same time

I Didn't Fully Consider My Racial Identity Until I Travelled

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Anne Kingston: Misogynistic slurs, 'masculine' motifs and lack of discussion of issues affecting all women serve as a blaring wake-up call.

The Testosterone-soaked Masculinity Contest That Was The 2019 Election

Inside The Testosterone-soaked Masculinity Contest That Was The 2019 Election

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There's a time and a place for flavourful extra-virgin olive oil, but when you're cooking with high heat, it's all about canola. More at Chatelaine.com.

Canadian Canola Oil Is The Best Cooking Oil

It gets bonus points because it's Canadian.

Put Away That Olive Oil. This Cooking Oil Is Better And Cheaper

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As the face of the climate change file, McKenna has endured a torrent of vile abuse. Behind it is a powder keg of anxiety, resentment, and a lot of anger.

The Ugly Rage Against Catherine McKenna

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Researchers around the world say we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic. In fact, those of us who live in cities may be at a higher risk.

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Harry and William are both skeptical of the press. Harry’s public emotion contrasts with William’s comparative ease with the media.

Harry and William, Once Close, Walk Their Own Paths

Harry and William, Once Famously Close, Walk Their Own Separate Paths

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Get our insider tips on what to look for in your winter footwear to get the best buy for your buck — plus find out how much good winter boots really cost.

How Much Should You *Really* Spend On Winter Boots?

Insider tips on what to look for in your winter footwear to get the best buy for your buck.

How Much Should You Really Spend On A Pair Of Winter Boots?

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In 'Dance Me to the End' Alison Acheson talks about the ongoing grief she experienced caring for her husband during his short illness with ALS.

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In her poignant new memoir, author Alison Acheson talks about the ongoing grief she experienced caring for her husband during his short illness with ALS.

A Devastating Disease Was Taking My Husband Away From Me, Piece By Piece

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