While there have been indications that this pandemic spread from animals to humans, a new study shows humans could spread it to marine mammals. Dalhousie University in Halifax looked at the process by which the virus invades human cells by… »
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Anti-COVID measures bring a different kind of Remembrance Day
It was a Remembrance Day unlike any other across Canada on Wednesday as ceremonies honouring those who died and those who served felt the full force of COVID-19. For years, participation has grown. Not in 2020. With coronavirus cases surging… »
Environment & Animal Life, International, Society
Invasive Asian carp used for pet food
An innovative Canadian company is launching a dog food made from Asian carp, an invasive fish species threatening some North American waterways. These voracious creatures are known to leap out of the water and pose a serious threat to people… »
Health, International, Politics
COVID: potential new vaccine brings hope, but reports of drawbacks?
The pharma giant Pfizer made a huge announcement this week in which the world breathed a collective sigh of relief and hope. Pfizer and partner BioNTech announced on Monday that their vaccine was shown to be 90 per cent effective… »
International, Politics, Society
REMEMBRANCE- New emotional documentary gets veterans stories
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, one of the most horrific modern wars. A documentary film released in time for this year’s Remembrance Day, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifice and… »
Eagle feathers gain importance in Prince Edward Island
Another milestone has been passed as Canada continues to inch toward reconciliation to repair a fractured relationship with First Nations peoples. People living in the tiny Maritime province of Prince Edward Island can now swear oaths with an eagle feather,… »
New Canadian banknote: but who will be featured?
Canada is beginning to change its banknotes once again. The first major change came with the $10 note in 2018 when the image on the face was that of Viola Desmond, a black Nova Scotian businesswoman who fought for her… »
Internet, Science & Technology, Society
Pandemic boosts Canadians’ faith in science: survey
Canadian skepticism in science has dropped from 29 per cent before the pandemic to 21 per cent, according to research conducted 3M. Before the pandemic only 25 per cent of respondents said they would stand up for science in discussions… »
Arts & Entertainment, Immigration & Refugees
Immigrant stories win one of Canada’s top literary awards
Souvankham Thammavongsa has won this year’s Scotiabank Giller Prize for her collection of short stories called How to Pronounce Knife, published by McClelland & Stewart. The jury wrote: “ How to Pronounce Knife is a stunning collection of stories that… »
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Remembrance: Canada’s reluctance to talk about its courageous military history
As we approach Remembrance Day on the 11th when Canadians will honour their fallen soldiers, the question is, why do Canadians, and the world know so little about the vital Canadian contributions to victory and the incredible individual exploits of… »
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