Tag: Canada

  • Anglican entities’ financial obligations under the Residential School Settlement Agreement

    Anglican entities’ financial obligations under the Residential School Settlement Agreement

    BY ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Since the article “Other churches escape residential-school settlement obligations in wake of Catholic deal” was published in the Globe and Mail on April 27, 2016, the General Synod and several dioceses and partners have been receiving questions about the reported $2.8-million return under the terms of the Indian Residential School…

  • Blue to the Sky, Orange to the Thigh

    Blue to the Sky, Orange to the Thigh

    What is a severe allergic reaction? A severe allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis, occurs in some people when they are exposed to a usually harmless substance, called an allergy trigger. The body overreacts to allergy triggers and releases chemicals to protect itself. In severe cases, this reaction produces life-threatening symptoms. Common triggers that can…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Cleaning Metals

    By Reena Nerbas Refresh Velcro Dear Reena, How can I refresh Velcro that no longer clings to my shoes? Verajean Dear Verajean, Clean Velcro using a metal pet brush or plastic comb and tweezers if necessary. After the loops are free of debris, wash Velcro with soapy water and rinse with water. Cleaning Brass Plaque…

  • Canada Post Welcomes Public Input

    Canada Post Welcomes Public Input

    Statement from Minister of Public Services and Procurement Judy M. Foote on the Review of Canada Post OTTAWA, Ontario, May 2016 – The Government of Canada promised Canadians they would receive quality service from Canada Post at a reasonable price. In keeping with this commitment, today I am announcing an independent review of Canada Post.…

  • Wildrose Motion Asking Ottawa to Scrap Tanker Ban Passes in the Legislature

    Wildrose Motion Asking Ottawa to Scrap Tanker Ban Passes in the Legislature

    EDMONTON, AB: Yesterday, Wildrose Grande Prairie-Smoky MLA Todd Loewen’s Motion 506, which calls for the federal government to scrap its planned crude-oil tanker ban on British Columbia’s north coast, passed with the full support of the house. Premier Rachel Notley and the NDP government have previously refused to voice opposition to the tanker ban after months of…

  • 1st crowdsourced flight created by Calgary resident sells out for May 20-23 long weekend!

    1st crowdsourced flight created by Calgary resident sells out for May 20-23 long weekend!

    Steven Hoedel created his own travel experience by choosing the destination (Kelowna), date, time and airplane and then invited his friends, family and colleagues to join him. Calgary, Alberta (May 16, 2016) – “In the evolving world of sharing communities and travel, our new crowdsourcing concept (JumpStart) is working,” explains Roger Jewett CEO, Jump On Flyaways.…

  • Dear Earls: Your Beef Dilemma is Already Solved

    Dear Earls: Your Beef Dilemma is Already Solved

    Canadian cattle producers are among the most responsible producers anywhere in the world, justifiably proud of their humane treatment of their animals By Hubert Lau, President & CEO, BIXSco EDMONTON, Alta. / Troy Media/Dear Earls, Congratulations on your renewed commitment to sourcing beef from here at home. Canada’s beef-eaters and producers applaud you. The good news is…

  • How Can We Ensure People Get Housing When They Need It?

    How Can We Ensure People Get Housing When They Need It?

    By Emma Woolley, Canadian Observatory on Homelessness/Homeless Hub: York University This question came from Celidh W. via our latest website survey: “With the extremely long waitlist for social housing, it seems almost impossible for individuals facing homelessness to gain access to affordable housing. What policies/procedures/changes could be implemented to help ensure more people can actually obtain…

  • Vets Canada Coast to Coast 2016 Tour of Duty

    Vets Canada Coast to Coast 2016 Tour of Duty

    Hundreds Of Volunteers Across Canada Will Be Searching For Homeless Veterans Date: Saturday, June 11th, 2016 Time: 1 PM in all time zones Location: Across Canada – visit www.vetscanada.org for the location nearest you ACROSS CANADA, JUNE 11th, 2016: Veterans Emergency Transition Services Canada (VETS Canada) is holding the first Coast to Coast Tour of…

  • One Step Closer to Making Every Vote Count!

    One Step Closer to Making Every Vote Count!

    Electoral reformers across the country are relieved and thrilled to see the launch of the Special Committee on Electoral Reform. “Canadians have been clear. Sixty-three percent of the electorate voted in 2015 for parties promising Voter Equality – to Make Every Vote Count. They want equal and effective votes,” said Fair Vote Canada President Gary…

  • Urgent Investment in Indigenous Health Care Needed

    A shared federal-provincial initiative could bring new focus to a desperate problem By Brian Postl, EvidenceNetwork.ca and Pierre-Gerlier Forest, University of Calgary WINNIPEG, Man. and CALGARY, Alta. / Troy Media/ – Being an indigenous person in Canada is too often a dangerous reality. But it doesn’t have to be this way. The tragic reality is that the health…

  • Canada Loses One of its Finest Downhill Mountain Bike Athletes to a Motorcycle Accident

    Canada Loses One of its Finest Downhill Mountain Bike Athletes to a Motorcycle Accident

    (Ottawa, ON – May 10, 2016) It is with great sadness that Cycling Canada has learned of the recent passing of Mountain Bike Downhill professional Steve Smith, of Cassidy, B.C. Steve Smith passed away earlier today as the result of a massive brain injury sustained from an enduro motorcycle crash that occurred near his home…

  • Reconciliation at heart of UN Declaration on Indigenous rights

    Reconciliation at heart of UN Declaration on Indigenous rights

      The Minister of Indigenous Relations, Richard Feehan, issued the following statement regarding the Government of Canada’s move from “permanent objector” status to acceptance of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. “I am so pleased Canada is an unqualified supporter of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.…

  • Fight the Deadly Opioid Epidemic at its Roots

    Fight the Deadly Opioid Epidemic at its Roots

    A firewall has to be built between pharmaceutical companies and physician training programs By Alan Cassels, Expert Advisor, EvidenceNetwork.ca VICTORIA, B.C. / Troy Media/ – We are in the midst of a deadly drug epidemic so severe and widespread that few people in North America will remain untouched by it. A dramatic change in how physicians are…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: It’s in the Water!

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: It’s in the Water!

    When you’re camping, it’s tempting to drink water straight from pristine-looking lakes and streams – but don’t do it! Microscopic single-celled parasites can cause illnesses in humans if ingested. Here are 2 common waterborne diseases that could ruin your week: Cryptosporidiosis (crip-toh-spore-id-ee-oh-sis) is caused by Cryptosporidium (crip-toh-spore-id-ee-um). The symptoms include diarrhea, headache, nausea, and stomach…