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Confederation Crossword Solutions
Across The two European countries most important in Canadian history are Britain and ___________. France Before Confederation, leaders from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island were already thinking about a ______________ union. Maritime This Father of Confederation from British Columbia changed his name to mean “love of the universe.” AmordeCosmos The newest territory…
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Pan Am Games Torch to Visit Calgary this Friday
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Confederation Crossword: A Fun Activity from the National Library of Canada
Across 1. The two European countries most important in Canadian history are Britain and ___________. 3. Before Confederation, leaders from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island were already thinking about a ______________ union. 4. This Father of Confederation from British Columbia changed his name to mean “love of the universe.” (Write his…
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Trudeau Presents New Plan for Canada’s Environment and Economy
VANCOUVER – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today presented an agenda for real change that will create clean jobs, grow the economy, and protect the environment. “During the Harper decade, our environment has suffered. Canadians cannot afford to let this inaction continue – the cost is too high,” said Mr.…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Dealing with Tent Caterpillars
By Reena Nerbas Tent Caterpillars Hi Reena, I am checking whether you know if there is a non-toxic way to deal with tent caterpillars, maybe something I can spray to kill them? Thanks, Abe Hi Abe, Tent caterpillars are notorious for stripping a tree in a short amount of time, they eat at incredible…
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FIFA: Bright Future Beckons Dejected Buchanan
It is hard to keep smiling when your dreams are dashed. Just ask the 54,000 people who had flocked to Vancouver’s BC Place Stadium on Saturday 27 June to cheer on their home heroes in the quarter-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™, only for their hopes to be thwarted by the rock-like English back-line.…
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Trudeau Lays out Vision for Real Change in Canada-US Relationship
OTTAWA – Canada needs real change in our relationship with the United States if we are to build our future economic success, said Liberal Party of Canada Leader Justin Trudeau today at a Canada 2020 event. “Under the Harper Conservatives, we have less influence in Washington and our relationship with the US is worse than…
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Captain Cal Wild Announced as First Beast Signed for 2015-16 Season
Buckle Up for a Wild Season, Beast Fans! Two-time ‘Man of the Year’ Headed Back to Brampton Brampton, ON – For the second season in a row, the Brampton Beast have announced returning forward and team captain Cal Wild as the first player of the 2015-16 Beast roster. “I’m excited to be back!” said Wild…
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Rob Ford’s Anti-Cancer Song Hits #1 on iTunes Chart
Toronto – Within hours of its release on June 22nd, the anti-cancer song “Not My Time” reached number one on an iTunes chart. “Not My Time” was released by the Rainbow Association of Canadian Artists (RACA) and performed by former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford and the Spectra 2015 Singers. This is the third RACA recording to…
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BioSteel Sports and Basketball Alberta: A Slam Dunk Partnership!
Basketball is on the move in Canada. More people are playing and enjoying the game across the country than ever before. Canadian players are having unprecedented success in the NCAA and as professionals from the NBA to leagues in countries all around the world. Canadian colleges and universities are loaded with homegrown talent. High…
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Highwood High – Watershed Award
Congratulations to teacher Dave Connell and students at École Secondaire Highwood High School, on receiving an honourable mention for the 2014-2015 RBC-Evergreen Watershed Champions Award. The notification letter reads in part: “It was inspiring to see the wonderful work that your school is doing to help maintain the vitality of the water ecosystem by…
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Statement by Liberal Party of Canada Leader Justin Trudeau on la Fête nationale du Québec and Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
MONTREAL – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, (yesterday) issued the following statement on la Fête nationale du Québec and Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24th): “Today, Quebecers and French-Canadians celebrate la Fête nationale du Québec and Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day. “On la Fête nationale, we highlight the history of Quebec and our ancestors. As…
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Huffington Post: G-KUP, Vancouver Company Patents 1st Compostable Coffee Pod
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Harper Government Celebrates Canada Day with Free Admission at Parks Canada Sites
Ottawa, Ontario – The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today invited Canadians to celebrate Canada’s 148th birthday with a free visit to some of the country’s natural and cultural treasures. On Wednesday, July 1, admission is free at all national parks, national marine conservation areas and Parks…
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Canadian Angus Foundation Announces Scholarship Recipient, Ambassador, Outstanding Young Angus Breeder and Junior Angus Stockman of the Year Award
ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – Canadian Angus Foundation award recipients were announced on Saturday, June 6th, at the Angus National Convention in Calgary, AB. just before the fourth annual Building the Legacy Sale. The 2015 Robert C. McHaffie Junior Ambassador is Patrick Holland of Montague, Prince Edward Island. The Dick Turner Scholarship recipient is Allison…
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