SciShow
The Human Era Has an Official Start. It’s a Lake in Canada
Recently, a group of scientists have declared that the start of the Anthropocene, the time of outsize human influence on Earth, to be Crawford Lake in Canada. But how can a time be a place? We'll explain, and maybe grab some maple syrup.
TED Talks
Brian Goldman: Doctors make mistakes. Can we talk about that?
Every doctor makes mistakes. But, says physician Brian Goldman, medicine's culture of denial (and shame) keeps doctors from ever talking about those mistakes, or using them to learn and improve. Telling stories from his own long...
TED Talks
Neil Pasricha: The 3 A's of awesome
Neil Pasricha's blog 1000 Awesome Things savors life's simple pleasures, from free refills to clean sheets. In this heartfelt talk, he reveals the 3 secrets (all starting with A) to leading a life that's truly awesome.
Crash Course Kids
Seasons and the Sun
Ever wonder why we have seasons? A lot of people think it's because the Earth gets further away from the sun in winter, and closer in the summer. But, it's actually more interesting than that. In this episode of Crash Course Kids,...
Curated Video
Iran plane crash: Canada mourns its dead from Ukraine flight PS752
A country in mourning. Canadians hold vigils for dozens of the victims from Ukraine International flight 762.
Curated Video
Foreign home buyers may not be right target
Following British Columbia's move last year, Ontario is stepping in to try to correct a housing market many are calling out of control with a foreign buyers tax
Curated Video
Will new policies to cool Toronto's hot housing market have a lasting effect?
Our weekend business panel discusses new government measures to rein in housing costs in Ontario
Curated Video
Toronto craftsman gives furniture a second life
Jim Connelly takes us through how he restores old furniture left at Toronto's Furniture Bank.
Curated Video
Canadian connections to Castro's Cuba
Fidel Castro had several personal connections to Canada, including a controversial friendship with former prime minister Pierre Trudeau
Curated Video
Transplant recipient meets donor family
Julie Lyons got a new heart from an organ donor. Now, she's meeting the donor's daughters for the first time
Curated Video
New record set for Lawren Harris painting
A mountainscape painting by the Group of Seven founder has become the most expensive artwork ever to sell at a Canadian auction, Deana Sumanac-Johnson reports
Curated Video
Missing clinical trial results
Some high-profile Canadian institutions are high on a list for not making valuable information about drugs and devices available to the public
Curated Video
What You Should Know about Zombie Walks
Howcast - Learn what you need to know about zombie walks in this Howcast video about how to survive a zombie attack.
Curated Video
Drivers need to look for motorcyclists, safety advocate says
Five motorcyclists have been killed on GTA roads in just the past week. Metro Morning guest host Molly Thomas spoke with Jessica Whittaker, founder of the Look Twice Save a Life campaign, about what needs to happen to make roads safer.
Curated Video
Toronto 'refreshing' 30 community rec centres, city says
Mayor Olivia Chow announced Tuesday the city is investing $50 million into much-needed repairs to 30 recreation centres across Toronto. The repairs include everything from fresh paint to aging infrastructure, plus access to public Wi-Fi....
Curated Video
New plaque at Hanlan's Point Beach honours Canada's 1st public Pride event in 1971
City dignitaries and members of Toronto's 2SLGBTQ+ community unveiled a new commemorative plaque at Hanlan's Point Beach. As Britnei Bilhete reports, the ceremony celebrated one of the city's most iconic queer spaces and its first-ever...
Curated Video
New walking tour highlights Little Jamaica's musical history
A new walking tour in the city is aiming to preserve Black history and showcase local musical talents. The Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour allows participants to explore shops, restaurants, art and music. It also highlights the...
Curated Video
Father and son accused of terrorist activities make court appearance on Thursday
The father and son accused of planning a violent Toronto terrorist attack appeared in a Newmarket court on Thursday. RCMP announced that the men were arrested at a Richmond Hill hotel on Sunday. CBC’s Jamie Strashin spoke to CBC’s Chris...
Curated Video
Dazzling costumes shine at Toronto Caribbean Carnival’s King and Queen showcase
After a full month of celebrations ahead of North America's biggest Caribbean Carnival, the big event kicks off on Thursday with the King and Queen Showcase. CBC's Anam Khan spoke to performers as they get ready for the show.
Curated Video
Rise in coyote sightings has Etobicoke residents concerned
Residents in an Etobicoke neighbourhood are holding a meeting on Thursday night to deal with the rise in coyote sightings in the neighbourhood. The city says coyotes that lived around West Deane Park over the last six years seem to have...
Curated Video
CNE receives 37,000 applicants at job fair ahead of opening day
About 37,000 candidates have applied for jobs at this year’s Canadian National Exhibition. The job fair was held on Wednesday morning, and as CBC’s Naama Weingarten reports, this is the most applicants the CNE has ever had.
Curated Video
Toronto father and son arrested during ‘advanced stages’ of terror plot, RCMP says
RCMP investigators say a Toronto father and son charged with multiple terror-related counts were in the ‘advanced stages’ of planning a violent attack, as sources tell CBC News they had filmed a video of themselves pledging allegiance to...
Curated Video
TDSB trustee says community needs subsidized child-care spaces
The provincial government says it’s reallocating funding to build child-care centres because school boards weren’t building fast enough. The Toronto District School Board, though, blamed the province for the delays, saying the ministry...
Curated Video
Former national security analyst speaks on alleged terror attack thwarted by police
A Toronto father and son have been charged with multiple terrorism-related offences after planning an attack targeting Toronto. RCMP says the pair were arrested on Sunday in a hotel room in Richmond Hill after a month-long investigation....