The Fun Stuff
The goofy half of the operation.
The serious tools have a sense of humor. Play a few of these right here, then get the rest in the app.
The Translator
Canadian to American, decoded.
Today's side-by-side
Malt vinegar on fries
Canada
Standard condiment at most Canadian diners and fish-and-chip shops. Malt vinegar in a shaker on the table.
USA
Available in coastal fish-and-chip spots. Not a standard diner table item.
The malt vinegar shaker is a Canadian diner standard that confuses American visitors who mistake it for a salt shaker and have a memorable first bite.
Bipartisan Failure
A dossier of political swings and misses from both countries.
Open the dossier →More in the app
Every morning
The Briefing
Three satirical stories a day about Canada and the US. Some skewer Ottawa, some skewer Washington.
Open in the appYour cover
Operative ID
A code name, a rank from Walrus to Beaver, badges, and a daily streak. Flip on Covert Mode and even the app icon plays along.
Open in the appPrivy Council Games Division
Games
Four daily puzzles: Aboot How Many, Toque, the Penalty Box, and more. One fresh puzzle a day, always free.
Open in the appFive a day
Trivia
Five trivia questions daily. Obscure facts, verified sources, bragging rights.
Open in the appOn the wrong side of the border
Safehouses
A map of verified Canadian-friendly outposts across the snowbird belt. Find one, or submit your own.
Open in the appCitizenship by vibes
Becoming Canadian
A 10-question quiz that decides if you can apply. Everyone fails. The Privy Council is firm but fair.
Open in the appGenuinely bizarre
Field Reports
Three true, weird dispatches from across both countries. No politics, just oddity.
Open in the app