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Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday sided with Michigan in ruling that the state’s lawsuit seeking …
Read More »Aging Granville Island needs up to $300M in upgrades. Is housing a solution?
There’s nothing in Metro Vancouver like Granville Island — but that’s part of the problem in making changes to keep it financially viable. “We’re kind of stuck in where we can get money from,” said Granville Island general manager Tom Lancaster. He estimates up to $300 million is required for …
Read More »Another Toronto Island ferry crash puts pressure on city’s aging fleet – Toronto
Fresh questions are being asked about Toronto’s aging fleet of ferries after another crash was reported while one of the boats was trying to dock downtown. The latest problem — which the city describes as “a mechanical issue” — has forced officials to withdraw the boat from service, even as …
Read More »Maple Leaf Foods to close aging Brantford poultry plant, consolidate production
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 23, 2024 8:31 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Maple Leaf Foods says it’s closing its aging poultry plant in Brantford, Ont. and consolidating its production into its existing network through early next year. The company says …
Read More »Fire chiefs concerned over new report detailing drop in members, aging equipment – Winnipeg
Community members helping community members. That’s the motto of the Headingley Fire Department and the reason they’re are able to operate. “Most people who join the department, do enjoy it,” fire chief John Sparham said. “It gives them a good sense of community. We have 35 members right now.” The …
Read More »BC Ferries begins process of replacing aging fleet with new hybrid vessels
Descrease article font size Increase article font size BC Ferries has begun the process of replacing six retiring ships in its fleet. A BC Ferries official said the corporation has issued a “Request for Expressions of Interest” to shipbuilders to acquire seven new “hybrid” vessels. The new vessels would replace …
Read More »Tours of aging Summerland Aquatic Centre offered ahead of referendum – Okanagan
Summerland, B.C., residents are getting closer to voting on whether or not to borrow up to $50 million for a new pool. Ahead of voting, however, the district is now offering tours of the current Summerland Aquatic and Fitness Centre to show the need for a new one. The tours …
Read More »Ontario hospital sounds alarm as aging building faces population boom
The health of Ontario’s healthcare system is not just dependent on doctors, nurses, and other frontline staff but the environment they work in — including the physical buildings. Something as simple as improving Wi-Fi access or adding more electrical outlets is a struggle at one southwestern Ontario hospital, where the …
Read More »What if I wet the bed? At 84, I tackle my fears and face aging head on
This First Person column is written by Sheilah Bissett, who lives in Calgary. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ. I woke up one morning this spring and couldn’t get out of bed. My arthritic left leg was so painful that I couldn’t bend it. I’m 84 …
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