The true life and accomplishments of Billy Bishop, top Canadian flying ace in the first World War

Internationalization has come to be seen as an innate good in the discussion of higher education. Universities are expected to be increasingly “international” and participate in a global knowledge economy. But what does internationalization mean for university faculty, students and administrators? This innovative book brings together leading international and Canadian scholars to discuss internationalization in terms of federal and provincial government policy and institutional practices.

The extremes of Canadian weather -- from tornadoes to snowstorms -- in a country with vast geographical and climatic variations

Ontario is rich in ghost towns, communities that were once thriving but which have been reduced to mere shadows of their former selves. Nine villages -- including silver camps, fishing ports, crossroads hamlets, and farming settlements -- come alive on the pages of this book.

Canadian imposters, the roles they played, their true identities and what drove them to masquerade

A revised and up-dated political biography of the new leader of the federal Liberal party.

Unusual and inspiring stories of Canada’s women athletes from earliest advocates to today’s champions.

The stories of the valiant Canadians who enlisted in the RCAF and fought during WWII

A fascinating and beautifully illustrated new biography reflecting recent research into the life of the influential Mohawk leader.

Nineteen young environmentalists go on an Alberta road trip to learn the truth about tar sands development.

This is the story of the notorious, unsolved murder of the richest baronet in the British Empire, Sir Harry Oakes.

Vivid accounts by ordinary Canadian soldiers of death and survival in the trenches of the First World War.

The mysteries of the Oak Island treasure that have baffled for over 200 years

How a handful of idealists and stubborn, single-minded enthusiasts created a great wine region in Niagara, Ontario.

Six chilling stories of notorious Ontario murders are recounted in this spinetingling collection. From the pretty but dangerous Evelyn Dick to the mysterious murder of one of the Fathers of Confederation, Thomas D'Arcy McGee, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Centuries of exploration, discovery and conflict over the prized elusive route through Canada's Arctic waters are examined in this book.

The stories of nine ill-fated ships are told in this exciting collection of shipwreck tales, which feature hope and despair, triumph and catastrophe.

Spine chilling accounts of supernatural stories of the Maritimes.

The full story of Alberta’s tar sands developments and their impacts — social, economic, political and environmental — by a noted public policy analyst and activist.

A biography of the Shawnee warrior, Tecumseh, a key player on the British side in the war of 1812.

Telling Toronto's story from the final retreat of the Laurentide Ice Sheet to today's metropolis, a team of expert authors brings beautiful illustrations and fascinating, fresh perspectives together in this new natural, archaeological, and social history.
2009 Heritage Toronto Award of Merit Recipient

The exploits and adventures of Canadian bush pilots and the planes they have flown.

Is the integrity of Canadian universities being threatened by big business and a results driven environment?