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Raising Taxes not a Guarantee of Higher Revenues
Governments often fail to account for the behavioural effects spurred by its personal income tax rate hikes By Steve Lafleur and Charles Lammam, The Fraser Institute VANCOUVER, BC/ Troy Media/ – The Alberta government recently abandoned the province’s single 10 per cent tax rate on personal income in favour of a five-bracket system with a top rate…
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Cardiovascular Diseases Remain the First Cause of Mortality in the World
Curbing Atherosclerosis and Precision Medicine are the Main Strategies to Transform the Landscape of Treatments to Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes TORONTO/CNW Telbec/ – Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for the largest number of deaths in the world. “Curbing atherosclerosis will require a multi-faceted approach targeting LDL-cholesterol, high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and probably inflammation”, explained Dr.…
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Alberta Advances Strategic Partnership with New Brunswick
Premier Rachel Notley met with New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant in Edmonton to deepen co-operation on environmental and energy initiatives. The two leaders discussed a broad range of strategic and economic opportunities. In particular, they reiterated their support for the Energy East pipeline project – which will mean creating more jobs and refining in Canada.…
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Albertan-Penned Ballad “I Heard the Bluebirds Sing” Inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame
Canadian supergroup The Good Family commemorate the song’s induction with a tribute performance for CSHF and CBC/Radio-Canada’s ‘Covered Classics’ series TORONTO – The Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF) is pleased to announce the country and western ballad ‘I Heard the Bluebirds Sing’, written by Albertan Hod Pharis, as this month’s induction into the Hall…
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BC Coroners Service Identifies Victims of Whale-Watching Boat Sinking
The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of five persons who died following the capsizing of a whale-watching boat west of Vancouver Island on Oct. 25, 2015. They are: Katie Taylor, aged 29, a British national who lived in Whistler, B.C. Jack Slater, aged 76, a British national who lived in Toronto, Ontario. Nigel…
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CMHC Expects Housing Markets to Moderate in 2016 and 2017
OTTAWA — CMHC’s fourth quarter 2015 Housing Market Outlook, Canada Edition, expects housing markets to moderate in 2015, 2016 and 2017. “In 2015, increased housing market activity in provinces like Ontario and British Columbia – provinces that have benefitted from declining energy prices, a lower Canadian dollar and continued low mortgage rates – offset slowdowns…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Drywall Dust
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A New National Coalition to End Youth Homelessness
By Sheldon Pollett, Choices for Youth The launch of A Way Home: A National Coalition to End Youth Homelessness is a critical step in mobilizing the capacity of community based service providers, government, and national agencies to end youth homelessness in our country. As a founding member and Co-chair of the National Learning Community on Youth…
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Put Safety First at Halloween
OTTAWA, Oct. 26, 2015 /CNW/ – Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for children. Following a few safety tips will help to ensure that it is a safe experience for the whole family. Tips for parents – food allergies or sensitivities Consider giving out treats that do not contain ingredients like peanuts, tree…
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PTSD Road to Recovery
The Latest Edition* of Bob Bray’s PTSD Road To Recovery – One Soldiers Story This is the latest edition of his book on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Using his own experiences with PTSD, serving both in the Army and as a Police Officer for many years. Regina, Saskatchewan – This book is a lifelong culmination of…
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John Baird will not seek leadership of Conservative Party of Canada
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2015 /CNW/ -Today, John Baird released a statement in response to speculation that he is considering running for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada: “While I have indeed received expressions of interest and am tremendously flattered by the support, I will not be running for leader of the Conservative Party…
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Five Britons killed in sinking of Canada whale-watching boat
By Paul Brian (Reuters) TOFINO, British Columbia (Reuters) – Five Britons were killed when a Canadian whale-watching boat sank on Sunday, the British foreign secretary said on Monday. The boat, carrying 27 passengers, sank off the coast of British Columbia on Sunday afternoon, sparking a rescue effort by the Coast Guard, fisherman and private…
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Canada’s Curling Team Simmons Announces Support of Wounded Warriors Canada
We are excited to announce that Wounded Warriors Canada is going to be the official charity of Team Simmons for the 2015-2016 curling season. We have some exciting plans to raise awareness for this cause so look out for those while watching Team Simmons throughout the winter and make sure you participate when you…
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Small Business Saturday: Merchant of Tennis in Toronto
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Small Business Saturday: Zucchini Blossom Market and Café in Medicine Hat
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