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Canadian Time Machine

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The Canadian Connection: 150 Years of the Telephone

October 7, 2026 · 26 min

One hundred and fifty years ago, hearing someone’s voice from another room was a technological breakthrough. Today, we can call almost anyone, almost anywhere, and many of us would still rather send a text. In this episode of Canadian Time…
A Living Agreement: Treaty 6 at 150

September 23, 2026 · 29 min

One hundred and fifty years ago, First Nations leaders and representatives of the Crown gathered on the Prairies to negotiate Treaty 6. But what was written down was only part of the agreement. In this episode, award-winning Cree, French…
When the Skies Closed: Canada’s 9/11 Story

September 9, 2026 · 31 min

On September 11, 2001, coordinated terrorist attacks in the United States killed nearly 3,000 people and brought North American air travel to a halt. Hundreds of planes bound for the U.S. were suddenly redirected to Canada. Twenty five…
Introducing Canadian Time Machine: Season 5

September 8, 2026 · 1 min

From the first phone call to ring across a nation, to the first spacewalk by a Canadian astronaut—from the day Canada opened its doors after 9/11, to the treaty and the legislation that still shape Indigenous rights today—these are the…
The Furry Gold of Canada: The Beaver’s 50-Year Legacy

December 17, 2025 · 31 min

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. Glynnis Hood and Jan Kingshott…

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Inside the Halls of Power: Stories from Canada’s Supreme Court

December 3, 2025 · 31 min

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. To mark this milestone, Canadian Time…
25 Years of Recognition: From the Benefits Act to Today’s Fight for Equality

November 19, 2025 · 23 min

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 queer relationships were seen and…
Canada’s Unknown Soldier: 25 Years of Remembrance

November 5, 2025 · 29 min

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 become one of our country’s most meaningful…
150 Years of Women in Medicine: The Legacy of Jennie Trout

October 22, 2025 · 25 min

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 profession to women across the country. We hear…
Oscar Peterson at 100: The Heart of Canadian Jazz

October 8, 2025 · 26 min

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 Butler about the profound influence Peterson has…
As Long as the Rivers Flow: The History of Treaty 5

September 24, 2025 · 21 min

“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 of Cree and Anishinaabe communities…
Introducing Canadian Time Machine: Season 4

September 17, 2025 · 1 min

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 season four of Canadian Time Machine…

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About the show

Welcome to Canadian Time Machine, a podcast series where each episode marks a key anniversary in Canadian history. This podcast draws connections between past and present, allowing everyone, from history buffs to new Canadians, to contextualize current events and foster critical thinking about the country's future. Transcripts are available for all episodes in English and French at https://thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage. The podcast receives funding from the Government of Canada and is created by The Walrus Lab. There is also a French counterpart of this podcast called Voyages dans l’histoire canadienne so if you’re bilingual and want to listen to more, visit https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne. -- Bienvenue dans Canadian Time Machine, une série de balados où chaque épisode célèbre un anniversaire important de l'histoire du Canada. Ce balado fait le pont entre le passé et le présent, permettant à quiconque, que ce soit les passionnés d’histoires ou les nouveaux Canadiens, de mettre en contexte les évènements actuels et d’encourager la pensée critique pour repenser le futur du pays. Les transcriptions sont disponibles pour tous les épisodes en anglais et en français à https://thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage. Ce balado est financé par le gouvernement du Canada et est créé par The Walrus Lab. Il existe également une version française de ce balado appelée Voyages dans l’histoire canadienne, donc si vous êtes bilingue et que vous voulez en écouter davantage, visitez https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.