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Statement from Premier Rachel Notley on the Federal Election
October 19, 2015 Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on the result of the 2015 federal election: “I would like to congratulate Prime Minister designate Justin Trudeau on his electoral victory. “I look forward to working collaboratively with him to build a strong Alberta within a strong Canada. “As leaders, we need to…
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Jean Statement on Results of Federal Election
FORT MCMURRAY, AB (October 19, 2015): Wildrose Leader Brian Jean issued the following statement on the results of the federal election: “On behalf of the Wildrose Official Opposition, I congratulate Justin Trudeau on the results of today’s decisive election. The Liberals had a well-run campaign, and I look forward to having an opportunity to…
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National 2015 Elections Results and the Foothills Riding Results

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Statement from John Walsh, President of the Conservative Party of Canada

OCTOBER 20, 2015 I have spoken with Prime Minister Stephen Harper, he communicated to me a request to initiate a number of actions pursuant to my responsibilities as laid out in the constitution of the Conservative Party of Canada. I thanked the Prime Minister for his leadership on behalf of our party. Stephen Harper has…
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Fair Vote Canada offers a tool to look at Disregarded Votes
On Election Day, Fair Vote Canada will be offering Canadians a different way to analyze election results with the website http://myvoteshouldcount.ca/. This website will provide live results for each riding and party by percentage of unrepresented votes. An unrepresented vote is a vote that will not be represented in the legislature because it did…
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Nine in 10 Small Business Voters are Decided

One-quarter participated in advance polls Toronto – Ninety per cent of Canadian small business voters have made up their minds heading into Monday’s federal election and a quarter have already voted, according to a member survey conducted this week by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). Another 72 per cent of respondents say they…
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Why I’m Voting for……

By E.P. Whinters When I wrote my first article as a Guest Columnist for the Gateway Gazette many moons ago, I put forth my intention: to select every week some aspect of the coming election; to study, research and reflect without bias (as much as possible), in hopes that I can make an intelligent decision…
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Today History Will Be Made ~ Be a Part of It: VOTE!

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Canadians Recognize Most Beloved Small Businesses

Canada’s Small Business Saturday 2015 is October 24 Toronto – Small Business Saturday is just around the corner and to celebrate, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is recognizing Canada’s most-loved small businesses. Winnipeg’s Chocolatier Constance Popp received the most votes across Canada and joins Island Hill Farm in Charlottetown, Merchant of Tennis in…
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UPDATED: Housing and Homelessness Election Guide 2015

This Election Guide provides a non-partisan, independent, research-based analysis of the housing/homelessness platforms of the four major parties for the 2015 federal election in Canada. This analysis is based on the recommendations stemming from the State of Homelessness in Canada 2014 report and provides important information to help voters make an informed decision. NEW: The…
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Waterloo Ontario Campus of Wilfred Laurier University in Lockdown as Police Investigate Internet Threat

Waterloo Region, ON – Waterloo Regional Police General Detectives and Wilfrid Laurier University Police are working together to ensure the safety of students and faculty as an internet threat was received by the University. The Waterloo campus of Wilfrid Laurier University will be closed for the day as investigators determine the validity of the threat…
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Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Herbal Medicines

What are they? Herbal medicines are extracts from plants and flowers used to prevent and treat illness. Herbal remedies have been used for a wide range of conditions, from headaches to depression, PMS to insomnia. Most health food stores contain hundreds of bottles or packages of tablets containing various herbal preparations. Some common herbs include:…
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Who Promises What?

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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Skunks and Pumpkins

By Reena Nerbas Skunk Odour Dear Reena, How can I remove skunk odor from my clothing? Betty Dear Betty, Soak your clothes in the following solution; 4-cups 3% hydrogen peroxide, one-quarter cup baking soda and 1 tsp. liquid dish soap (I prefer Dawn); mix, soak for 30 mins. and rinse. Car Parked Under Trees…
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Time and Date: Thanksgiving Day in Canada


