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While working the frontlines as a med student, Wickenheiser saw COVID’s impact with her own eyes. She volunteered to secure badly needed PPE, and then advocated for fellow athletes.

When Julie Nolke mock-explained the virus to a past version of herself, that video went viral—and tapped into the grim and incredulous mood of the beginning of the crisis

The Canadian stem cell biologist helped pioneer the mRNA industry, which led to the COVID vaccines that could change the lives of billions

Pet fish dumped in local waterways have become the scourge of Hamilton’s marshes and harbour

PHOTOS: Wildlife photographer Peter Mather took up a pandemic project—capturing unexpected stills of the city’s thriving, resilient fox population

As part of tens of billions in new spending planned for the coming years, the fiscal update includes funding for long term care, students and remote working

Other otters have won hearts and donations for the aquarium, but this is no ordinary Joey. The pup’s 24/7 livestream made him a social media sensation during the pandemic.

The pandemic shutdown forced a reality check: for many, all that time spent in the gym was more luxury than necessity

A provincial program that waives tuition can be critical to access higher education, but the initiative—introduced in 2017—is not without its gaps

Toronto-based actor, comedian and writer Julie Nolke on the pros and cons of hitting it big during the pandemic