More of Our Canada

More of Our Canada is a companion magazine to Our Canada, the popular reader-written bimonthly published by Reader's Digest. Made available during the six months that Our Canada is not published, MOC is a venue where Canadians gather to share their stories, photos and interests—and pride of family, community and country.

LETTERS

CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

THEME PIC • FACEBOOK CHALLENGE / TULIPS

PRECIOUS MOMENTS

More of Our Canada

Leo Thompson Wardell, RCAF

Natural High • Mike Lane of Saanichton, B.C., takes us on a tour of Vancouver Island’s newest attraction, the amazing Malahat SkyWalk

BULLETIN BOARD

A Tribute to Our Seniors • Facing blindness in his 20s, this “disabled boomer” turned to senior citizens for guidance and support

A Poem • Gleaned from the twilight years of one senior’s life

An Act of Kindness • One small gesture often makes a world of difference

Basic Computer Woes • Recalling how learning basic computer skills was anything but simple

Manitoba Girls IN THE MARITIMES • On behalf of her sisters and mom, one grateful daughter thanks her dad for this amazing adventure

Spotting Seabirds • These “clowns of the sea” are a delight to behold

IT’S ABOUT TIME • A touching tale of a special pooch with a unique talent

A Red-Letter Day • Recalling the memorable moment when this shy "eagle" spread her wings and soared

Ice Cream Dreams • Tasty memories!

British by Birth, Canadian by Choice • The opportunity to train in Canada was a real game-changer in the life of one young WWII pilot

Sizzling STIR-FRY • Try these easy and delicious dinner ideas for busy back-to-school weeknights!

MARLENE’S MUSICAL LIFE • Songs to soothe the soul from the heart of Newfoundland

Family Combo • A sister artfully captures the impressive results of her brother’s lifelong hobby

Send Us Your Best Stories & Photos • HERE ARE SOME OF THE FEATURES AND DEPARTMENTS WE’RE HOPING TO REPLENISH FOR UPCOMING ISSUES

CALLING ALL REPTILES! • Taking a closer look at some slithery, scaly and fascinating friends!

WHAT WAS I THINKING? • A simple neighbourly gesture takes a disastrous turn!

Spot Me If You Can • These water-loving frogs are masters of camouflage

He Shoots, He Scores! • Recalling the day when all of Canada cheered!

It’s a Small World • For one Ontario couple, all roads—including from Punta Cana, Reykjavik, London, Montevideo and Winnipeg—lead to home

CONQUERING MOUNT PACAYA • Who doesn’t “lava” hike up an active volcano!

All Set! • Three collections of Danish plates and china—ready to serve or display!

Open Spaces • Picture-perfect moments

FUNNY STUFF

My Rickety First Car • Minor mishaps and major malfunctions were actually memories in the making

SPOT THE LOONIE

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PET CORNER

The Winning Teddy Bear • Well-loved and worn, this special stuffed toy remains a prized possession

TILL NEXT TIME