Eye on the Arctic brings you stories and newsmakers from across the North A new study suggests that certain species of sub-Arctic whales are increasingly making their way through the Bering Strait towards Arctic waters, raising questions about what may be… »
Highlights / Month: March 2014
Economy, Health, International, Politics, Society
Transport Minister orders railways to move grain
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt, accompanied by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, finally responded to Canadian farmers today ordering Canada’s two railways to move a minimum of 5,500 train cars of grain to market each, weekly, or face fines of $100,000 a… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, International, Society
Big food companies improve policies: Oxfam
Public pressure has prompted nine out of ten of the world’s biggest food and beverage companies to improve their social and environmental policies, says Oxfam Canada. There were major strides in improving policies on land, women’s rights and carbon emissions… »
International, Politics, Society
March 8, the BNA Act and the beginning of Canada
March 8 is an important date for Canada. On this day back in 1867 the British House of Lords gave final reading to the British North America Act. It created the new Dominion of Canada by joining the United Province of… »
Economy, International, Politics, Society
Another strike against the Joint Strike Fighter
Canada’s intended purchase of 65 of the US-designed F-35 JSF- Joint Strike Fighter jet has long been a source of controversy over both the excessive cost and whether it even suits Canada’s needs. Some critics point out that Canada’s long-gone… »
Economy, Health, International, Society
Daylight saving begins in most of Canada this weekend
In most of Canada people will be adjusting their clocks Saturday night, or Sunday morning to stay in sync with most of North America. “Springing forward” an hour to make the most of the early morning light has its supporters… »
Adventurers sign away right to sue
Canadian thrill-seekers often sign waivers without realizing that if they have an accident while pursuing an outdoor adventure, they will not be able to sue for damages. A special investigation by the public broadcaster, CBC, indicates many Canadians don’t read… »
International, Politics, Society
Canada expels Russian soldiers over Ukraine crisis
Nine Russian military personnel have been given 24 hours to leave Canada following Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s announcement earlier this week that all planned joint military activities between the two countries will be suspended. Canada has been one of the… »
‘The Orenda’ wins Canada Reads
Joseph Boyden‘s latest novel, ‘The Orenda’ won the Canada Reads competition sponsored by CBC Radio and hosted by Jian Gomeshi. Five books are selected for the annual competition, to be defended by five well-known Canadians. This year the honour is… »
Arts & Entertainment, International, Society
Canadian Screen Awards presented
It takes three nights to honour the best in Canadian film, television and new media. The Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television awarded trophies in 47 categories in Toronto Tuesday night, at a gala hosted by comedian Steve Patterson that awarded the… »
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