When I first moved to Canada, I had no idea what Remembrance Day was or why people wore red poppies.

Over the years, learning about the history behind this tradition and hearing the stories of those whose lives were shaped by war helped me understand its deeper meaning.

For those of us who have made Canada our home, understanding these traditions is also a way to connect with the history and people of our communities.

Is Day of the Dead Mexican Halloween? Not quite! From its Indigenous roots to La Catrina, the Chicano movement and the traditions we celebrate today, join me on a journey through the history of Día de Muertos, with a few fun facts and personal stories along the way.

When I arrived in Canada in 2012, Thanksgiving was a completely new tradition for me. Over the years, it’s become part of how my Mexican-Canadian family celebrates. From learning why Canadian Thanksgiving happens in October to discovering the traditional dinner, here’s a little about the holiday and what adopting a new tradition has meant to me.

Hispanic and Latin American aren't quite the same thing. A little internet rabbit hole led me to explore the difference, why Canada celebrates Latin American Heritage Month in October, and what it means for our community here in the Comox Valley.