Canadian Time Machine Podcast
1) The Furry Gold of Canada: The Beaver’s 50-Year Legacy
Fifty years ago, Canada made the beaver an official national symbol. But long before that, this little animal was shaping rivers, driving trade, and quietly transforming the land.Wildlife ecologist Dr...Show More
2) Inside the Halls of Power: Stories from Canada’s Supreme Court
Founded in 1875, the Supreme Court of Canada has shaped the country for 150 years—yet the stories behind its decisions, its building, and the people who have walked its halls often remain out of view....Show More
3) 25 Years of Recognition: From the Benefits Act to Today’s Fight for Equality
In 2000, Canada passed the Modernization of Benefits and Obligations Act—a landmark law that formally recognized same-sex couples under federal statutes, a quiet but powerful shift that changed how qu...Show More
4) Canada’s Unknown Soldier: 25 Years of Remembrance
Twenty-five years ago, the remains of an unidentified Canadian soldier were brought home from France and laid to rest at Ottawa’s National War Memorial. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has since becom...Show More
5) 150 Years of Women in Medicine: The Legacy of Jennie Trout
In this episode of Canadian Time Machine, we mark 150 years since Jennie Trout became the first woman licensed to practice medicine in Canada—a breakthrough that helped open the doors of the prof...Show More
6) Oscar Peterson at 100: The Heart of Canadian Jazz
In this episode of Canadian Time Machine, we explore the life, music, and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson on what would have been his 100th birthday. We hear from jazz pianist Taurey Bu...Show More
7) As Long as the Rivers Flow: The Legacy of Treaty 5
“Treaty is powerful. It's not just a document or an agreement of the past. It's a living agreement,” says Cree lawyer and advocate Deanne Kasokeo. For nearly 150 years, Treaty 5 has shaped the lives o...Show More
8) Introducing Canadian Time Machine: Season 4
From the fight for LGBTQ+ rights to the birth of Canada’s highest court, from trailblazing women in medicine to the legacy of treaties—these are the turning points that shaped the nation.It's all in s...Show More
9) Promises Unkept: Treaty 8 and the Battle for Indigenous Rights
125 years after the signing of Treaty 8, many of the promises made to Canada's northern First Nations remain unfulfilled. In this episode, we explore the history, impact, and ongoing struggles surroun...Show More
10) Nunavut Turns 25: Land, Language, and Self-Determination
At just 25 years old, Nunavut is still finding its footing—but it’s come a long way since its historic creation on April 1, 1999. In this episode, we dive into the past, present, and future of Canada’...Show More