The future of local news looks grim as six small town newspapers are set to close adding to the 108 which have folded since 2008. In addition, 11 paid subscription daily newspapers and 23 free dailies have closed in that… »
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Willie O’Ree in the Hockey Hall of Fame
Willie O’Ree is having some well-deserved time in the spotlight, with yesterday’s announcement that he is among this year’s inductees into the Hockey Hall of Fame “I am so happy and feel so fantastic” O’Ree, now 82, was the first… »
Canadian soldiers in Latvia strive to win hearts minds and integrate multinational force
As the Canadian military marks the one year anniversary of assuming command of a multinational force in Latvia designed to reassure the tiny Baltic country facing a newly assertive Russia, Canadian soldiers say they have learned important lessons in building… »
Myanmar military must be prosecuted for atrocities: Amnesty International
‘A highly orchestrated, systematic attack’ A comprehensive report by Amnesty International details crimes against humanity committed by Myanmar’s military against the Rohingya population, and says top military brass must face justice. The crimes include murder, rape, torture, burning and forced… »
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Marineland founder, John Holer, dead at 83
Marineland was the big success story for Slovenian immigrant John Holer, who died on Saturday, June 23rd, at the age of 83. “On behalf of Marineland, I can confirm that Mr. Holer passed away Saturday morning at his home, peacefully,… »
C-sections: doctors affirm a woman’s right to choose
Pregnant women who ask to deliver their babies by caesarian section should be informed of all the risks and benefits, but ultimately should be free to make their own decisions, says the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. More… »
Economy, Indigenous, International, Society
Indigenous businesses growing and being celebrated
Indigenous businesses are growing in size and success across Canada. “In 2016, our indigenous businesses generated over $12 billion (Cdn) dollars to Canada’s GDP: overall, our people contributed $30 billion (Cdn)”, J.P. Gladu told me during an interview on Friday… »
Cannabis warning renewed for pregnant and nursing women
Canadian doctors have launched another campaign to warn women to not use cannabis while pregnant or breastfeeding. The government recently announced that the recreational use of cannabis will become legal on October 17, 2018, but doctors say that doesn’t mean… »
Arts & Entertainment, Environment & Animal Life, International
Mosaiculture: back by popular demand
Mosaiculture, the horticultural wonder that was such a hit last summer, is opening today in the same location across the river from the parliament buildings in Ottawa. Last summer, Mosaiculture was first created to mark the 150th anniversary of Canadian… »
Environment & Animal Life, Society
Natural forest corridor, rich biosphere protected
With the help of the government of Canada, the Nature Conservancy of Canada has acquired land to protect 48 hectares along the Rideau Waterway near Lake Ontario. The land is comprised of towering granite ridges, rich forests and pristine shoreline.… »
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