Tag: Canada

  • Arthur: Confidence grows that hurricane will hit Atlantic Canada Saturday

    By Chris Scott, Chief Meteorologist with the Weather Network As of late Wednesday, computer models are in strong agreement on a likely hit by Arthur on Atlantic Canada. It appears the chances for a complete miss are dwindling rapidly. Arthur gained hurricane status early Thursday as it slowly makes its move along the Carolina coast.…

  • RCMP Deputy Commissioner Janice Armstrong – Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Women in the RCMP

    Leading the Way From historical “firsts” to recent triumphs, women continue to break down barriers, while igniting inspiration and opportunity among future female leaders across the country. Since 1974, women have made significant progress in the RCMP. In 1981, the first woman was promoted to Corporal and the first women served on the Musical Ride;…

  • Bouchard Through To First Grand Slam Final

    Eugenie Bouchard defeated No.3 seed Simona Halep on Thursday to reach her first Grand Slam final. London England, July 3, 2014 – WTA Rising Star Eugenie Bouchard defeated No.3 seed Simona Halep on Thursday to reach her first Grand Slam final. After taking a tight first set, Bouchard then raced into a 5-1 lead in…

  • Harper Government Stands Behind Western Canadian Business with WINN

    Western Innovation (WINN) Initiative Helps Get Innovative Ideas from the Test Bench to Market Calgary, Alberta – Over its 5-year span WINN will provide up to $100 million in repayable assistance to western small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Under WINN, SMEs can apply for funding for a variety of tasks that are essential in taking…

  • Chef-Approved Summer Salsa Recipe

    Fussy food isn’t right for dining al fresco. Instead, simple, easy and fresh is the mantra of patio entertaining this season. That’s why chefs and home cooks alike turn to everyday party favourites like tortilla chips as an easy solve for speedy and delicious summer-time dishes. Kevin Prendergast, the executive chef at the Toronto Hilton…

  • Beer Adds Fruit For Fabulous Refreshment

    Fruit-flavoured beverages are becoming more popular with Canadians, resulting in 22 new flavoured beers being introduced in 2013. Industry insiders say this represents 11% of all new beer launches in Canada. For example, if you can’t resist a light citrusy taste, try Molson Canadian 67 Tangerine Twist. With a twist of natural flavor delivering unique…

  • Top 10 Mosquito Survival Tips

    How to protect your family from bites There’s nothing more irritating and uncomfortable during a summer outdoor family adventure than the onslaught of pesky mosquitoes targeting you and your loved ones as their next prey. The hot, humid summer months are a time when families can bond while experiencing fun-filled outdoor activities. However, it’s also…

  • Game for Canada Day: Provincial Relay

    Best for: Ages 3 to 5 This is a great way to learn Canadian geography and our provinces. You’ll Need: Small recipe cards Items appropriate to the decided upon activities String (or hula hoops) to differentiate different provincial areas How to Play: Create a fun group activity for each province and territory using something appropriate…

  • How to Create the Perfect Cottage Burger

    This is picture perfect: you bite into a juicy, delicious, flamed-grilled burger topped with tangy dill pickles, a fried sunny-side up egg, and slice of real Canadian bacon – all the while watching the sun glisten on the lake from a dock on Georgian Bay. Why not make this cottage daydream a reality? Chef Matt…

  • Canada Day Word Search

    (Source: DLTK’s Craft for Kids)

  • Cool off with a Sensational Smoothie

    Summer stirs up memories of hot days and cool treats – and there is no better way to cool off than with a refreshing fruit smoothie. With lemon, strawberry and almond beverage, it tastes rich, but is actually good for you. Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie Ingredients 3/4 cup (175 ml) Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze almond beverage…