Opinion
“Saskatoon House Purchase Marks New Beginnings”
In early December, as the snowless landscape of Saskatoon greeted us, I couldn't help but admire our house once again. Embracing the notion that "Home is where the heart...
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Daughter’s Dilemma: Navigating Caregiving and Independence
Madeline Buss, a resident of Vancouver, found herself in a challenging situation when she signed the lease for her first apartment while her mother...
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“Father-Son Hunting Journey: Navigating Values and Bonds”
Vladimir Batinić, a resident of Calgary, had a poignant realization when his son expressed a keen interest in hunting while he himself had lost...
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“Son’s Poignant Christmas Discovery Amid Mother’s Memory Loss”
In a humorous and touching tale, Gavin Crawford, host of the CBC podcast Let's Not Be Kidding, recounts a memorable experience with his mother's...
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Filipino-Canadian’s Journey: Falling in Love with Hockey
Erlinda Tan, a Filipino-Canadian residing in Vancouver and a devoted Edmonton Oilers fan, shares her journey of falling in love with hockey in Canada....
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“Newcomer’s Daughter’s Letter to Santa Reflects Hope for Snowy Christmas”
Shantanu Datta, a father who recently moved to Saskatoon with his family in November 2023, shared a heartwarming moment when his 11-year-old daughter handed...
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“Retired Journalist Overcomes Cancer, Learns to Eat Again”
Glenn Deir, a retired journalist residing in St. John's, reveals his journey of being reliant on six packs of Boost, a meal replacement drink,...
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“Family’s Holiday Ornament Memories Bring Joy and Healing”
On a snowy November day, my daughter Kit and I were dividing four boxes of tree ornaments. Kit, now living independently, wanted to decorate...
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“Father-Daughter Duo Whistling Their Way to Stardom”
Now or Never53:52Invitations can get messy. Meet people tiptoeing through the fun, fear and politics of RSVPingThis First Person column is written by Ben...
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“Reviving Tradition: Thanksgiving Feast on Worn Mat”
The following account is from Isma Ishtiaq, a resident of Delta, B.C. For additional details about CBC's First Person narratives, please refer to the...