Category: Lifestyle

The saying “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” rings true here where any brunch spot commands a lineup that spills onto the sidewalk on weekends. In 2018, Canadians consumed eight billion eggs. To put it into perspective, that’s 3.5 eggs for every cup of Timmy’s consumed. Whether you’re on a gluten-free, low-carb…

Premier Jason Kenney has issued the following statement on the death of MP Deepak Obhrai: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of my close friend and former colleague, Deepak Obhrai. “Deepak and I first met while running for Reform Party nominations in adjacent constituencies in 1996. We quickly became…

Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement to recognize Heritage Day: “Alberta is not just a random collection of people, or place on the map. “Alberta is an idea. It’s an idea that has existed for generations, from the First Nations people who built their lives off of this land, to those who came here with…

Toronto, ON – The Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and Leader of the Official Opposition, released the following statement on the death of Calgary-Forest Lawn Member of Parliament Deepak Obhrai: “Jill and I were heartbroken this morning to learn of Deepak Obhrai’s passing. Deepak fought a brief but courageous battle against…

Looking for vegetarian or vegan protein choices for your next meal? Instead of meat, you can use beans, lentils, tofu, eggs, nuts or seed butter to make delicious, healthy dishes. Meatless meals are excellent for anyone, not just people who avoid meat for religious or cultural reasons. Six simple ways to update some popular recipes:…

August 1, 2019Iqaluit, Nunavut In Canada’s North, rising sea levels and thinning sea ice caused by climate change threaten the lives, cultures, and identities of Inuit – and the survival of the species their communities depend on. That is why the Government of Canada is taking action to address these threats, support new economic opportunities…

Are the gentle blinks of fireflies flashing a favorite part of your summer evenings? An entomologist explains some lightning bug basics.Sharing is caring! A firefly’s light is part of its mating strategy. Image via Japan’s Fireworks/Shutterstock.com. By Clyde Sorenson, North Carolina State University You might not really be sure you saw what you think you saw when the…

Whether you’re hoping to move in a relative or generate some rental income, building a basement apartment is a great way to add space and value to your home. Make sure this investment is done right by keeping these factors in mind: Check local zoning laws and regulations. Building codes differ depending on where you live,…

Calgary, July 30, 2019. The City of Calgary (the “City”), Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (“CSEC”) and the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Limited (“Stampede”) have each approved the fundamental terms and conditions for the development and construction of a new public sports and entertainment event centre. The event centre will anchor a public festival street, attract…

The province is preserving its past as three century-old commercial buildings in Lethbridge and Edmonton have received Provincial Historic Resource designation. Minister Aheer with Councillor Crowson, and owner Albert Leong and his family at the Provincial Historic Resource designation two building in Lethbridge’s Chinatown. Two adjacent buildings in Lethbridge’s historic Chinatown – the Bow On…

The Persons with Developmental Disabilities review panel’s engagement report is now available online. The report summarizes input from thousands of Albertans who shared their views about the PDD program. Feedback focused on themes of eligibility, program access, service delivery, staff training, and communication between the disability community and government. In response to the significant input,…

Rocky View County, AB – Canadian Junior Angus presented three juniors with scholarships totaling $4,500 at the 20th annual Showdown in Barriere, BC. Kodie Doetzel of Lipton, SK received the first-place scholarship of $2,000; Naomi Best of Harding, MB received the second-place scholarship of $1,500; and Charlene Elliot of Kenilworth, ON received the third-place scholarship of $1,000. The scholarships…

Joint statement by heads of agencies on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo 31 July 2019 Statement New York, Geneva, Kinshasa, Rome “Tomorrow, 1 August, marks one year since the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) declared an outbreak of the Ebola virus disease in North Kivu province of the…