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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada Regarding the Referendum on the United Kingdom’s Membership in the European Union
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the results of the referendum on the membership of the United Kingdom (UK) in the European Union (EU): “The people of the UK have chosen to leave the EU. “The UK and the EU are important strategic partners for Canada with whom we enjoy…
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Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Use your Head – Wear a Helmet!
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How are Rural Communities Addressing Youth Homelessness?
By Emma Woolley, Canadian Observatory on Homelessness/Homeless Hub: York University This question came from Susan V. via our latest website survey. Homelessness in northern and remote communities is distinct from urban homelessness in a few different ways. As Alina Turner, PhD wrote in a 2014 blog post, rural homelessness is an “invisible, and diverse yet prevalent issue.”…
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Aboriginal War Hero to be Commemorated on the Shores of Georgian Bay, Ontario
Parry Sound, Ontario —A bronze statue honouring the legacy of Company Sergeant-Major Francis Pegahmagabow will be unveiled in Parry Sound, Ontario on June 21, 2016 – National Aboriginal Day. CSM Pegahmagabow is the most highly-decorated Aboriginal soldier of the First World War. “Francis’ life stands as an excellent example of courage and tenacity that we…
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It is a Myth that Canada has a Retirement Income Crisis
Even after deducting debt of $1.8 trillion, Canadians are left with an accumulated net worth of $7.8 trillion outside the formal pension system By Philip Cross, Former chief economic analyst for Statistics Canada OTTAWA, Ont. / Troy Media/ – The federal and provincial governments will soon meet in Vancouver to again discuss a possible expansion of the…
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Astronauts Wanted: Canada is Recruiting Astronauts for Future Space Missions
Longueuil, Quebec – Have you ever wanted to go to space? The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) wants you! The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and the Minister responsible for the CSA, launched Canada’s fourth astronaut recruitment campaign on Friday. The CSA is seeking the next generation of space explorers to pave…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Better Coffee
By Reena Nerbas Zucchini Bread Dear Reena, I make my own zucchini bread and I have one question. Is it important to drain the zucchini before adding it to the batter? Thanks Jess Dear Jess, For moist and delicious zucchini bread it is not necessary to drain excess liquid before adding zucchini to the batter;…
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National Aboriginal Day in Canada
National Aboriginal Day Events National Aboriginal Day is an occasion for all Canadians to celebrate the rich contributions Indigenous Peoples, also known as Aboriginal peoples, have made to Canada. Find suggested events to help you celebrate this special day, either on your own, with family and friends, or with hundreds and thousands of other people…
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Canadian Angus Association Announces New Generation Breeder Development Program at National Convention
ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – At the Canadian Angus Association’s 110th annual general meeting in Quebec City, Quebec, CEO Rob Smith announced the creation of the New Generation Breeder Development program. Nathan Marin of Radville, SK, has been hired in a part-time capacity as the Director of New Generation Breeder Development. “After years of talking,…
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Preparing the Health Workforce for an Aging Population
The health needs of seniors are getting more complicated as people live longer, and we need a workforce that can keep up By Gregory Huyer and Ivy Lynn Bourgeault, EvidenceNetwork.ca OTTAWA, Ont. / Troy Media/ – We know Canada’s population is aging. In 2015, the proportion of seniors surpassed that of youth under 15 for the first…
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Canadian Angus Foundation Announces Junior Ambassador & Outstanding Young Angus Breeders
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John Barlow: Liberal Delays Causing Investor Uncertainty and Impacting Job Growth
Ottawa, ON – (June 16th), Official Opposition Deputy Critic for Workforce, Employment and Labour and Member of Parliament for Foothills, John Barlow, and Lakeland MP and Deputy Critic for Natural Resources, Shannon Stubbs, expressed their disappointment with the Liberal government’s delays on critical decisions, while they continue to push a job killing carbon tax. Alberta lost another 24,000…
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Fifth Annual Building the Legacy Sale Sets a Record, Raising $172,075
ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – Generous donors bid heartily to raise $172,075 during the fifth annual Canadian Angus Foundation (CAF) Building the Legacy fundraiser auction during the Canadian Angus National Convention in Quebec City, Quebec. It is a record-setting amount. The sale was initiated in 2012 to support the CAF in preserving and expanding the…
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90,000 Small Business Owners Tell Finance Ministers: No New CPP/QPP /ORPP Pension Taxes!
Last chance for provinces to block CPP hikes Toronto/Calgary, June 16, 2016 – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has collected more than 50,000 petitions from small business owners opposed to Canada Pension Plan (CPP)/Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) premium hikes being debated at next week’s finance ministers’ meeting in Vancouver. A further 40,000 petitions…
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Time to Rethink Health-Care Policy for the Elderly
We need an integrated system for older adults that increases the quality and continuity of care By Neena Chappell and Marcus Hollander Expert Advisors, EvidenceNetwork.ca WINNIPEG, Man. / Troy Media/ – We need to revisit conventional thinking on health-care services for seniors so the system is sustainable for all Canadians. To do that, we need to overcome…
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