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The untold story of the $131-billion Canadian cannabis blow out.Canopy Growth founder Bruce Linton didn't invent marijuana, but he figured out how to turn a Canadian start-up selling the stuff into a $22-billion international buzz. Catch s Fire goes behind the scenes of Justin Trudeau's legalization gambit and the stoned pioneering lawyers who helped make weed gummies more valuable than US Steel. From the dope dealers of the 1960s to the never-before-told bribery accusations during Covid-19, cannabis historian Ben Kaplan speaks with the dealers, stealers, and renegade freaks who made and then lost money with the combined chutzpah of Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Sam Bankman-Fried.This is the definitive history of a massive societal change - and a great boom and bust.

The best-known songs in the world are violent, sexist, and religious -- so why do we celebrate national anthems when we should be rewriting them?This fascinating popular history of national anthems begins in a London theatre in 1745 when the modern idea of anthems was born. They started out as triumphant expressions of national superiority by glorifying violence, claiming the support of God, and mostly ignoring women.The author has experienced the violent side of anthems firsthand: as a schoolboy in Scotland, he was caned for refusing to sing "God Save the Queen." He says it's time to dump lyrics about cutting throats, watering fields with blood, building walls with the bodies of enemies, and celebrating the sound of machine guns.Changing Our Tunes looks at the origins of many of the world's anthems, from the movie theme song that became China's national song to the English tune used for "The Star-Spangled Banner."This wide-ranging and deeply-researched narrative combines politics, personalities, humour, and vivid storytelling to argue for better national songs.

101 lesser-known stories to delight Canadian cinema and television fans. Did you know who performed the first on screen nude scene in a Canadian feature? What David Cronenberg film was raided for obscenity? What famous American television host credits SCTV as his sole inspiration for comedy? Why Oliver Reed was arrested while shooting The Brood? What iconic Canadian television series was syndicated in over fifty different countries? Which Canadian film critic wrote a full-page retraction after reconsidering a positive review they gave a film? And what role Canada played in the creation of Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper's Easy Rider?With an eye for the unique and the absurd, 101 Fascinating Canadian Film and TV Facts, from one of Canada's leading film critics, is a lively and humorous look at the best and the worst, the firsts and the lasts, and the groundbreaking truths behind Canada's film and television industry.

A riveting history of the Canadian forces following both the major accomplishments and the significant challenges. Punching Above Its Weight covers 150 years of Canadian military service, tracing the evolution of the country's armed forces from a small, under-funded, poorly trained militia into the modern, effective military it is today. Beginning in 1867 and ending with the conclusion of the war in Afghanistan, David Borys details the conflicts and operations that Canadian soldiers served in highlighting key battles, decisive moments, and significant people that came to define Canada's participation and helped cement its global reputation.The book also explores the challenges that the Canadian nation and its military have faced over those years including major cultural and demographic shifts, a continual struggle for resources from generally disinterested governments, battlefield failures, notorious and shocking scandals, along with ever-changing global threats.From the Red River Resistance and the Boer War to modern peacekeeping and the long war in Afghanistan, David Borys highlights the key battles, decisive moments, and significant people that came to define Canada's military and helped cement its global reputation.

The secrets of the house are the secrets of the heart.It begins with an act of betrayal.What follows is a wave of malas that destroys the tenuous bonds of Celestina Errantes's family. For years, she longs to escape her unhappy home, until an unexpected gift from her wealthy Lolo offers a chance at escape. A long-forsaken and haunted property in Manila's bohemian district, close to where the "low-flying doves" ply their trade. It is no place for a proper young lady, but the house makes Celestina feel at home.Celestina tears into life as a wild child and loses herself in the pleasures of the night. Many life lessons later, she grows up. She captivates an aristocratic restaurateur who promises a new life, in a home without ghosts. Then a voice from the past brings sinister whispers, threatening to drive them apart forever. Can Celestina confront the evil in her house and pull love out of the fire?A RARE MACHINES BOOK

Now you can cheer for the Habs every day of the year!The Montreal Canadiens are one of the most storied franchises in hockey history. No club has won more Stanley Cups than the Canadiens, but the Habs are about so much more than championships. For many French-Canadians and fans around the world, the Canadiens are a source of pride and an inherent part of their identity. From the role the "Richard Riot" played in helping to spark a revolution in Quebec to how the team continues to be linked to language politics in la belle province, the Canadiens have been an important part of many people's lives, on and off the ice. You can now relive some of the most memorable moments from the bleu, blanc, et rouge, by reading a Habs 365 story for each day of the year. From the team's origins in 1909 to its improbable run to the Stanley Cup Final in 2021, Habs 365 has something for every Montreal fan.

Creative sector jobs are driving our economy and offer a viable career path for today's youth.Careers in the creative sector offer flexibility and security. Why then are more young people not seeking them out? Because they believe the myth of the starving artist, which conjures up images of penniless writers and artistic bohemians. The myth leads families and some educators to discourage young people from choosing a path they would love in favour of more secure fields. Years later, they could come to regret that choice.Mark J. Jones, Dean of the Faculty of Animation, Art and Design at Sheridan College, one of the top post-secondary schools for creative arts and animation in Canada, shows that the persistent belief in the starving artist myth is not just costing young people the opportunity to explore satisfying careers, it is also costing our economy in terms of lost opportunity. Through their education, artists, musicians, writers, media makers, designers, actors, and others have come to understand how to reach their audiences and customers, and are perfectly poised to contribute to the global creative market.In The Starving Artist Myth, Jones erases any remaining doubt of the opportunities in the creative economy by getting at the underbelly of the stereotype and answering the what, the why, and the how of achieving career goals.

A powerful exploration of postpartum psychosis and motherhood -- and a call to end the stigma and blame.Early motherhood is supposed to be joyous, but for Aaisha Alvi those early days were ruined by terrifying thoughts about her baby and family. Her experience was the antithesis of everything she had ever been told about motherhood, far beyond the trials of breastfeeding or putting her baby to sleep.Aaisha did recover and began to enjoy motherhood. She was thrilled when she fell pregnant again. Sadly, that pregnancy ended in a miscarriage, and the psychosis returned. This time, however, she was blindsided by the unimaginable: voices urged her to stab her daughter and to harm innocent people. Aaisha felt evil, worthy of taking her own life. But each time she sought medical help, she was turned away.With unflinching honesty, Aaisha takes readers beyond the vitriol and blame that is flung at women suffering from postpartum psychosis. Hers is a clarion call for increased awareness of a condition that need never result in tragedy.

From Trench Town to the top of the world -- one man's inspiring fight for meaning, dignity, and respect. Tiga's Tale chronicles the remarkable life of world champion boxer Barrington "Tiga" Francis, who survived crushing poverty and violence in Jamaica's notorious ghettos and the insidious racism of 1980s Montreal to emerge as one of Canada's most successful professional fighters.Tiga's Tale is told in the twelve rounds of Barrington's fight for the coveted British Commonwealth Title, coupled with twelve vignettes that tell his exceptional story of perseverance, faith, and ultimately, triumph, from Jamaican street urchin to quiet Canadian hero.

Canada's social safety net is fraying. Why does it feel like everything is in collapse?Canada is at a crossroads. Neoliberalism has hollowed out and sold off the social services Canadians rely on now more than ever, and has brought into stark relief the dissonance among colonial, Indigenous, and some of Canada's most at-risk groups.The Social Safety Net tracks the forty-year attack on Canada's social safety net. As neoliberalism has matured in Canada, Canadians are seeing the impact of these attacks: unreliable health services, crises in education and social services, and a society that feels like it is losing cohesion.The first volume in a series by activist, author, and journalist Nora Loreto, the Canada in Decline series is the story of Canada's untenable status quo and the forces that have led us to where we are today. It outlines the choices we need to make as well as the possible paths forward to fix all that is crumbling around us.

Marc Dauphin, an experienced ER physician, and 54 at the time of his deployment, introduces us to some of the injured and their caretakers: the nurses, physicians, and medics who leave behind home, family, and country, to put their lives on the line for their fellow men.

Celebrated as the saviour of Upper Canada, Major General Sir Isaac Brocks charisma won him respect and propelled him into the significant role he would play in the War of 1812.

A collection of essays by some of the world's leading scholars analyzing and celebrating the novel's legacy in popular culture.

This path-breaking book offers some no-nonsense truth about northern development.

All one hundred branches of the Toronto Public Library appear in this whimsical colouring book for adults.

A moving tale about a young woman experiencing the best days of her life, all the while aware that the time she has left is rapidly disappearing.

A new perspective on developing shared joy in urban spaces.Our divided society is quickly reaching crisis level. We are no longer able to sustain social and economic prosperity nor ensure democracy. Fuelling this crisis is a growing sense of social isolation caused by the divisive nature of social media and the decline of infrastructure that used to bring communities together.But there is hope for rebuilding our collaborative society, and it is found in our mid-sized urban areas. These towns and cities offer a scale that can tangibly change the quality of our lives and an intimacy that allows us to influence what our communities can become. Changing cities can change the world!In The Joy Experiments, real estate developer Scott Higgins and creative mind Paul Kalbfleisch use their own mid-sized city-building experiences to present a new way for citizens to engage with their city, and an urban planning strategy that prioritizes infrastructure for the human spirit.

A controversial psychiatrist is found beaten to death on a street corner in Ottawa's Byward Market. Initially, the killing appears to be merely a mugging gone wrong, but Inspector Green's complex investigation leaves him grappling with the ultimate meaning of justice.

Summer is filled with great stories. Epic tree forts and frog collections, terrifying walks to the outhouse, embarrassing first kisses at summer camp, and scary stories for the campfire. The conclusion of "The Poop Trilogy" delivers them all with humour and heart for the perfect summer reading for the whole family.

The insight and creativity of a few courageous men and women transformed medical science. Dr. Murphy captures the mind of the inventor, their tenacity and determination, and explains how establishing a culture of creativity and collaboration is essential in allowing these talents to take flight.

Renowned travel personality Robin Esrock has spent decades chasing the extraordinary. With storytelling, humour, and curiosity, his updated and expanded guide to the best of British Columbia and Alberta explores experiences that are unique, instantly memorable, wholly inspirational, and waiting to be discovered.

Police academy dropout Patrick Bird mostly works divorce cases as a private investigator, until the case of missing sixteen-year-old Abbie Linklater and all the trouble that comes with her.

After the recent turmoil, life in Tyee Lagoon has calmed down, as much as it ever does, and Tony Vicar faces his toughest challenge yet: the unglamorous, unwelcome state called "normality" as a business owner and parent. But when a dangerous femme fatale returns, Vicar must confront what he truly wants from life.