Now in her 90s, Sister Virginia Varley is a painter still open to surprises by Marie Trotter After spending almost two decades painting mandalas, Varley now finds joy in abstraction
‘The Porter’ showcases Black Canadian train workers’ historic fight for equality by Sherlyn Assam The new CBC series explores the formation of North America's first Black labour union, but its lens is also broader
Immersive shows are frantic and frenzied and here to stay by Andrew Faiz They may not be subtle, but they're powerful in their own way, and they're also easier for many people to access
‘Rebel Hearts’ celebrates the radical spirit of a group of nuns in the 1960s by Jason Anderson The documentary celebrates misfits like Corita Kent, but is also a rich examination of the conflicts that rocked the Catholic Church at
My first Christmas in Canada was a disappointment, but it taught me so much by Andrew Faiz In Pakistan, our family holiday celebrations were loud and full of pomp; in Canada, they were small and quiet
4 online Christmas concerts for those not quite ready for in-person theatre by Marie Trotter You don't need to leave your home to experience the warmth and magic of these talented performers
Bollywood movies are more than breezy rom-coms by Mrinalini Sundar The world’s largest film industry entertains, empowers and teaches
Tammy Faye biopic doesn’t treat televangelist like a joke by Jason Anderson 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' is a surprisingly sympathetic account of the Bakkers' saga
‘Night Raiders’ shows the power of sci-fi and horror to illustrate Indigenous experiences by Mike Alexander The dystopian film is part of a recent wave of Indigenous genre movies
Ivan Coyote’s new book is a study in the healing power of letters by KC Hoard The writer's attempt to respond to some of the letters they've received over the years is infused with kindness
New ‘Faith Workers’ Bill of Rights’ cites church bullying and unfair discipline process Jul. 3, 2025