Tag: Good News

  • Reel Reflections: The Power of Focus

    Reel Reflections: The Power of Focus

    By E. P. Whinters Spotlight and The Revenant Like last week, in viewing movies back-to-back, it is inevitable to seek a common theme, and when that common theme is a driving force in each film, reflection is easy. This last week, viewing perhaps the two top contenders for the coveted Best Picture Oscar, I was…

  • Private for-Hire Vehicles will Operate in Calgary

    Private for-Hire Vehicles will Operate in Calgary

    Calgary – Today City Council approved bylaw amendments that allow Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), such as Uber and Lyft, to operate in Calgary. The amended bylaw creates the foundation for a robust network that supports transportation options for Calgarians. It also allows established taxi and limousine providers to negotiate and charge fares through a smartphone…

  • Yukon Quest Won by Alaska’s Hugh Neff

    Yukon Quest Won by Alaska’s Hugh Neff

    The 2016 Yukon Quest 1,000 Mile International Sled Dog Race has its champion. Tok, Alaska’s Hugh Neff came across the Whitehorse finish line at 2:31pm on Monday, February 15, 2016 to clinch his second Quest victory in a time of 9 days, 1 hour, 25 minutes. Neff and his team of nine dogs were led by George…

  • Alberta Wildflower Helps Scientists Plan for Climate Change

    Alberta Wildflower Helps Scientists Plan for Climate Change

      By Helen Metella, UofA A pretty wildflower that grows sparsely in east-central Alberta is helping ALES researchers develop strategies for coping with climate change. Transplanting the plant species to southern Alberta, where temperatures are as hot as those projected for its current habitat later this century, researchers found poor germination and establishment. But when…

  • Rituals Reign During Tim Hortons Rrroll Up the Rim to Win

    Rituals Reign During Tim Hortons Rrroll Up the Rim to Win

    RRRoll Up the Rim is back for its 30th year, and guests are ready with their favourite rolling techniques and good-luck superstitions OAKVILLE, ON – February, 2016 — After 30 years and 500 million prizes, the top rolling rituals of the RRRoll Up the Rim to Win contest are revealed: slow and steady thumb-rolling is…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: The Skinny on Cholesterol

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: The Skinny on Cholesterol

      Cholesterol is a fat-based substance found in the bloodstream and the body’s cells. Cholesterol is essential for good health: it builds and repairs cells, protects nerve fibres, and is used to produce certain hormones and bile acids. We get it in two ways: the liver produces it, and it is contained in some of…

  • Canadian Tire Ushers in New Era of Digital Collaboration with Facebook at Work

    Canadian Tire Ushers in New Era of Digital Collaboration with Facebook at Work

      Canadian Tire becomes first Canadian retailer and largest Canadian employer to use Facebook at Work; Company harnesses power of social media to connect employees at all levels TORONTO, February, 2016 /CNW/ – Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (TSX:CTC, TSX:CTC.a) announced today the adoption of Facebook at Work, an innovative platform designed to fundamentally change the way…

  • BC Government to Adopt Regulation to Protect Cats and Dogs

    BC Government to Adopt Regulation to Protect Cats and Dogs

    The B.C. government is taking another step towards enhancing protection of animals by targeting irresponsible commercial breeders of dogs and cats. The B.C. government will adopt a regulation under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act recognizing the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Codes of Practice for both kennel and cattery operations as generally accepted management…

  • RCAF Participates in International Search and Rescue Training in Iceland

    RCAF Participates in International Search and Rescue Training in Iceland

    From 1 Canadian Air Division, Winnipeg RCAF personnel enhance skills with Icelandic authorities Members of 103 Search and Rescue Squadron from 9 Wing Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, are returning home after training with the Icelandic Coast Guard and local search and rescue teams from February 9 to 12, 2016. The nine Royal Canadian Air Force…

  • A Boy and His Horse: The Large Animal Hospital helps restore a special bond

    A Boy and His Horse: The Large Animal Hospital helps restore a special bond

    By Megan Palsa It is often said that dogs are man’s best friends, but sometimes a horse can be a boy’s best friend. Throughout history, humans and their horses have shared a unique bond. Drawn to their overwhelming power and mystique, they continue to be an integral part of our lives. Ten-year-old Kaden Ramirez and his…

  • Open House Events to Focus on Backcountry Trail Flood Repairs

    Open House Events to Focus on Backcountry Trail Flood Repairs

      Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to attend upcoming information sessions on backcountry trail restoration. The Alberta government will host information sessions in three communities to share progress on repairs to backcountry trails damaged in the 2013 floods and set rehabilitation priorities for the 2016 season. Nearly 350 kilometres of backcountry trails have been restored through…

  • Alberta Acts on Mental Health Recommendations

    Creating new addiction treatment beds is among several immediate actions the Alberta government is taking in response to the Mental Health Review. “The Albertans who took part in the Mental Health Review shared their experiences with courage and strength. I wish to thank the members of the review committee and everyone who came forward to…

  • Record Number of Americans Apply to #BeAnAstronaut at NASA

    Record Number of Americans Apply to #BeAnAstronaut at NASA

      More than 18,300 people applied to join NASA’s 2017 astronaut class, almost three times the number of applications received in 2012 for the most recent astronaut class, and far surpassing the previous record of 8,000 in 1978. “It’s not at all surprising to me that so many Americans from diverse backgrounds want to personally…

  • Rimbey RCMP – Return 70-Year-Old Letters to Family

    Rimbey RCMP – Return 70-Year-Old Letters to Family

    The Rimbey RCMP are pleased to return the found letters of Mungo Clark and Margaret Clark to two grandchildren this morning. The astounding amount of information and tips received from the public were vital to the return of the letters. The RCMP wish to thank the public and media for their interest and assistance with…

  • Minister Goodale encourages Canadians to stand up against bullying this National Pink Shirt Day  

    Minister Goodale encourages Canadians to stand up against bullying this National Pink Shirt Day  

    OTTAWA – The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued the following statement:“(February 24th) is National Pink Shirt Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of the very serious issue of bullying within our schools and communities. In 2007, David Shepherd and Travis Price of Nova Scotia organized a protest at their…