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… »
Highlights / Year: 2013
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… »
Privacy concerns over Bell’s data collection
Canada’s privacy commissioner is investigating complaints that the giant telecommunications company Bell will soon start collecting detailed information about their customers’ consumption habits. This could involve how they use the web and mobile devices, what they watch on TV, when… »
The dark side of gender discrimination in Canada’s national police force
One of the iconic symbols of Canada, are the “Mounties”, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) who are very often seen in their parade-dress red serge jackets standing near dignitaries at official ceremonies. But the Mounties are more than mere… »
International, Politics, Society
Couple’s hope of adopting Russian child dashed
A Canadian couple spent $25,000 to adopt a Russian child but now have given up hope after being told Russia has closed adoptions to countries that allow same-sex marriages. Sweden is the latest country affected and it appears Canada is… »
Government to reform aboriginal education
The Canadian government is proposing to set and enforce standards of education for First Nations people living on reserves. It would also take temporary control of any school that failed to make the grade by appointing an outside official to… »
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