Canada’s history is full of triumphs, tensions, and turning points. Yet too often, it’s reduced to headlines or overshadowed by present-day debates. History Matters was created to give space for deeper conversations — ones that connect the past to the present, and help us see why context matters more than ever.
History Matters by Canadian Institute for Historical Education
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Canada’s history is full of triumphs, tensions, and turning points. Yet too often, it’s reduced to headlines or overshadowed by present-day debates. History Matters was created to give space for deeper conversations — ones that connect the past to the present, and help us see why context matters more than ever.
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July 30, 2026
Shannon Kyles on The Story on Ontario Architecture
<p><strong>Allan </strong>talks with architectural historian <strong>Shannon Kyles</strong> about her book, The Story of Ontario Architecture: What We Built and Why We Built It. They discuss how architecture provides one lens for looking at the history of Ontario communities. From Gothic Revival churches and Greek Revival court houses and town halls to the Italianate commercial buildings along the main streets of most Ontario small towns, Shannon explains how different architectural styles reflect the values, economics, and aspirations of the people who built them.</p>
July 23, 2026
Episode 30: Neville Thompson on Mackenzie King, Churchill and Roosevelt
<p><strong>Allan </strong>talks with <strong>Neville Thompson</strong>, emeritus professor of History at Western University, about Mackenzie King and his relationships with Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt. In his book, The Third Man, based largely on King’s incredibly detailed personal diary, Thompson argues that King’s friendships with the two leaders – he knew both of them better than they knew each other – made him a vital intermediary, and consequently a more important player in the story of World War Two than has generally been acknowledged. Thompson also talks about his friend <strong>Lynton "Red" Wilson</strong>, whom he knew since their undergraduate days together at McMaster University, and who died in February 2026, and his significant philanthropic contributions to the study of Canadian history.</p><p><u><a href="http://www.cihe.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.cihe.ca</a></u></p>
July 16, 2026
Greg Koabel on The Nations of Canada
<p>In this episode, Allan talks with Greg Koabel, creator and host of the Nations of Canada podcast, to discuss his mission of bringing Canadian history to life through long-form storytelling. Koabel shares his journey from studying European history to producing over 300 episodes, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and context—rather than mere chronology—in understanding the past. The conversation covers key historical topics, including the First World War, the Halifax Explosion, and Indigenous diplomacy. Additionally, Koabel discusses his new book, The Making of Canada: An Epic History in 20 Extraordinary Lives, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his research process. This episode serves as an engaging deep dive into one of Canada's most ambitious history projects, providing valuable insights for educators, students, and podcast enthusiasts interested in a more comprehensive understanding of the Canadian story.</p>
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