My Canada, 142/150: Comedy rocks

Twice within one year many moons ago, two different friends in two different cities whisked me off to a comedy show, saying, “you have to see these guys.” In the first instance, “these guys” were Greg Malone and Tommy Sexton, touring as a duo but better known as part of Newfoundland’s CODCO troupe that also…

My Canada, 106/150: Tater-iffic

Given that my heritage is half Ukrainian and half Irish, it’s not surprising potatoes were a big part of my diet growing up.

My Canada, 78/150: Ferrying around

Given Canada’s huge ocean coastlines and its multitude of lakes and rivers, it’s not surprising there are nearly 200 ferries operating across the country.

My Canada, 44/150: A piercing domestic light

Especially early in her career, critics dismissed Mary Pratt’s work as being “just” paintings of food and kitchens and domestic life. Technically competent still lifes. Nothing more.