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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 »Manitoba advises preventive measures as flu season begins amid health-care recovery – Winnipeg
Flu and cold season is well underway in Manitoba and as the province still grapples with a struggling health-care system, experts are urging people to try and reduce transmission. “Washing our hands, physically distancing as we’re able, staying home when we’re sick — those are all things that we can …
Read More »Parts of southern Ontario under frost warnings as weather begins to bite
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Large parts of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area have been placed under a frost advisory as colder weather begins to set in. Environment Canada issued a frost advisory Sunday morning, saying temperatures could drop overnight into Monday morning. “Cover up plants, …
Read More »First stage of demolition begins at Edmonton’s Exhibition Lands – Edmonton
After years of sitting untouched, work has finally started on the Exhibition Lands in central Edmonton. Slowly, each building will be knocked down, making way for the future of the former Northlands area — which some residents say has been a long time coming. The main stables at the horse …
Read More »Ford government begins return of Ajax land listed for sale to Greenbelt
The Ford government says it has started the process to return a parcel of land to the Greenbelt after its owners listed it for sale. Former Greenbelt lands located around Kingston Road and Highway 401 were listed for sale earlier in August, with a plan to take bids in September. …
Read More »AMO annual general meeting, conference begins in London, Ont.
Descrease article font size Increase article font size More than 1,500 members of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) are arriving in London, Ont., for its annual general meeting and conference. The conference is held between Aug. 20 to 23 at RBC Place London, and will see municipal leaders …
Read More »Province begins to establish new Sask. Marshals Service, critics concerned about oversight
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 16, 2023 11:29 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Saskatchewan Party government has begun establishing a new provincial police service, but critics are concerned about its oversight. A recent order-in-council says the province’s deputy minister will act in …
Read More »CFL fan Bobby Dubeau begins quest for Guinness World Record in Winnipeg
If Bobby Dubeau of Delta, B.C., executes his game plan to a tee, he’ll fly, eat, watch and cheer his way to a Guinness World Record on the afternoon of Sunday, July 9. The BC Lions season ticket holder began his quest to complete a visit of all nine CFL …
Read More »Gateway Casinos begins phased reopening of Ontario locations after cyberattack
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Gateway Casinos and Entertainment is slowly reopening its Ontario locations after a cyberattack resulted in a two-week shutdown of its IT systems. Its physical and virtual locations had been closed since Sunday, April 16. However, Casino Rama Resort’s Hotel, Spa, Weirs restaurant …
Read More »BC Search Dog Association seasonal training begins in Osoyoos, B.C.
Dogs are known for their unique abilities and strong noses, and search and rescue groups around the province are taking advantage of that and refreshing the pup’s skills ahead of the summer. The BC Search Dog Association (BCSDA) is proving that dogs are more than just man’s best friend. “Dogs …
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