Technology and globalization is changing Canadian society. Many types of jobs are disappearing, even while newly created fields open up. While not completely gone, it’s very difficult to still find a door to door milkman, as most people get their… »
Highlights / Month: October 2013
“Don’t be a rapist” posters appear at university
After three sexual assaults in as many weeks, unofficial posters have appeared on the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus offering advice to the perpetrator or would-be perpetrators. Canada’s national police force, the RCMP, is investigating the incidents in which… »
Economy, International, Politics
Canada to remove export controls on hundreds of military goods
The Canadian government is “quietly working to remove restrictions on the transfer of hundreds of Canadian-made, military-related goods as part of a plan to make Canada a global arms exporter,” according to a Postmedia article published Wednesday night (October 23).… »
Health, International, Society
Funeral for honeymooner killed in Mexico
On the first day of her honeymoon in Mexico, Canadian Shannon Amy Guy died after the glass panel on a balcony collapsed on October 16. The 24 year-old mother of two was posing for a photo with another Canadian couple… »
Celiac Association asks dentists to look for warning signs
The Canadian Celiac Association has sent a reminder to dentists to watch out for one of the warning signs of Celiac disease. Tooth abnormalities are one way to catch this often missed problem early. Signs are discoloration, pits and grooves… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, Indigenous, International
Arctic Council wraps up summit in Yukon, four main projects added to agenda
The Arctic Council of eight circumpolar nations, plus various indigenous groups has wrapped up its summit in Whitehorse Yukon this week. During Canada’s two-year term as chair, the council has agreed to study four main subjects, marine oil-spill preparedness, adaptation… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, Health, International, Politics
Canada-EU trade agreement could affect anti-fracking movement in Europe
Anti-fracking activists in Canada and in Europe are concerned that the new trade agreement between Canada and the European Union “will empower big oil and gas companies to challenge fracking bans and regulations.” In a post on Monday (October 21) Brent… »
Possible suspension of Canadian senators provokes emotional speeches, counter charges
Speeches from senators facing suspension from Canada’s upper chamber the Senate have ignited more questions about how the ruling Conservative government of Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been dealing with accountability issues. On Tuesday (October 22), Senators Mike Duffy and… »
Ontario considers increased penalties for distracted driving
Canada’s most populous province is considering stiffer penalties for using handheld devices behind the wheel. Under the provincial Highway Traffic Act, this is known as driving while distracted. It can include such things as taking your eyes off the road… »
Moose meat and maple- a winning flavour for Canadian potato chips…really.
Potato chips with a hint of moose meat taste and maple syrup. The new flavour goes on sale in Canada next month, Canadians have some unique food tastes..and here’s proof. In February of this year Lay’s Potato chips announced a… »
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