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How a fantasy video game aims to help youth in Nunavut with their mental health

When Chelsea Singoorie was growing up in Pond Inlet, Nunavut, she found that talking about mental health was highly stigmatized. Now, she's opening up the conversation with a video game designed for young people in the territory.

As It Happens December 2

Pandemic decision-making requires politics and science work 'hand in glove:' expert

When it comes to effective decision-making at this point in the COVID-19 pandemic, one expert says it’s more complicated than simply following the science.

The Current December 2

Rupi Kaur on Home Body, depression and the viral photo that changed her life

Rupi Kaur joined q host Tom Power to talk about how internet culture and sudden fame impacted her mental health, and how writing Home Body — a book that she calls a love letter to the self — helped her find her voice again.

Antanas Sileika reviews two books that explore the connection between science and food

The Next Chapter columnist reviews A Grain Of Salt by Joseph A. Schwarcz and Lost Feast by Lenore Newman.

The Next Chapter November 27

Why are the hottest temperatures measured in Death Valley?

Quirks & Quarks November 27

Keeping active helps people with young-onset dementia, and their loved ones, says YouQuest co-founder

The Current December 1

Folks in this British village are rallying together to save their only pub

As It Happens December 1

Politicians are Among Us

Front Burner December 2

In a COVID-divided world, how to avoid 'drift into a new normal'

Ideas December 1

Bahamian scientist wins Goldman Prize for leading kids in the fight against plastic waste

As It Happens December 1

Why 'traditional' measures won't help women's post-pandemic economic recovery

The Current December 1

Why I can no longer remain silent about racism in my community

Now Or Never November 30

Trudeau says COVID-19 vaccines offer a light at the end of the tunnel, but it's going to be a tough winter

The Current December 1

Aladdin star Mena Massoud takes readers on a food-based journey in Evolving Vegan

The Next Chapter November 27

Neuroscience suggests that yes, when you see purple, it's the same purple I see

Quirks & Quarks November 27

This Ottawa PhD student creates viruses for the forces of good

As It Happens November 30

Liberals pledge $100B to heal the pandemic economy

Front Burner December 1

How a controversial safety device saved Romain Grosjean's life in brutal F1 crash

As It Happens November 30

Generation Botox: How beauty ideals have turned into moral ideals

Ideas November 30

Chinese sample return mission to the moon harkens back to 1960s lunar race

Quirks & Quarks November 27

Thinking outside the box could offer a 'refreshing change' this holiday season, says psychologist

Cross Country Checkup November 30

What transporting ice cream across Canada tells us about vaccine logistics

Cost of Living November 29

Lisa Raitt on taking care of her husband as he struggles with young-onset Alzheimer's

The Current November 30

Northern First Nation sees new housing strategy as a way to 'take back sovereignty'

The House November 28

A vaccine is coming to Canada, but when?

Front Burner November 30

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