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Preliminary water allocation forecasts in southern Alberta below average – Lethbridge

While Alberta saw some normal precipitation for much of the prairie region in February, drought conditions remain generally unchanged for the province. It has some irrigation districts in southern Alberta predicting below-average water allocation for the 2024 irrigation season. Since December, the St. Mary River Irrigation District (SMRID), the largest …

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Iafallo ends long scoring drought as Winnipeg Jets dump Blues 4-2 for 4th straight win – Winnipeg

The Winnipeg Jets beating a Central Division foe is as close to a sure bet as there is in the NHL this season. The Jets continued their strong divisional play Tuesday night, taking down the St. Louis Blues 4-2 to improve their record within the Central to 16-3-1, the best …

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Farmers maintain optimism for spring seeding despite winter drought

Snowfall is far below average this season on the Prairies, where old man winter can often arrive as early as Thanksgiving. But the lack of moisture isn’t dampening the spring outlook for sixth-generation farmer Ian Boxall. “We’ve never lost a crop in January yet. So, I think there’s lots of …

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ANALYSIS: Milestone reached in Winnipeg a reminder of Canada’s goalie drought – Winnipeg

Last Sunday, the Winnipeg Jets were part of hockey history we might not ever see again. And no, I’m not talking about Cole Perfetti and Ryan Hartman. Please. No. Marc-André Fleury played his 1,000th NHL regular-season game. He joins three other Quebec natives — Martin Brodeur, Roberto Luongo and Patrick …

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Manitoba city faces moderate drought, residents asked to conserve water – Winnipeg

A city in Manitoba has asked its residents to limit their water usage because drought conditions are limiting its supply. Morden is now under a moderate drought warning, with the city aiming to reduce its peak water usage by 10 per cent. In a release on Tuesday, the city noted …

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Feds announce $219 million in drought relief for farmers and ranchers across Sask and western Canada – Regina

By Moosa Imran Global News Posted October 22, 2023 8:58 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size The federal government has announced $219 million to support farmers and ranchers in western Canada, with Saskatchewan’s livestock producers standing to benefit the most. Drought conditions have plagued areas of the …

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New owner, stable roster have Ottawa Senators eyeing end to playoff drought – Ottawa

With a new owner incoming and stability throughout the roster, the Ottawa Senators have reasons for optimism heading into this NHL season. Michael Andlauer is expected to be officially introduced as thew team’s owner soon, and the Senators have its core group all under contract. After six seasons of missing …

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B.C. drought recovery will take time, even with rain in the forecast, forecasters say

Unusually warm temperatures and a surprisingly dry September and October have been guilty pleasures for some British Columbians in recent months. While being able to enjoy sunshine and not having to carry a raincoat or umbrella for the first few weeks of fall is a nice change of pace, a lack of precipitation …

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Energy regulator rations water supply for oil, gas companies in northeastern B.C. amidst drought

British Columbia’s energy regulator is rationing the water supply for some oil and gas companies because of drought in the northeastern part of the province. On Thursday, the B.C. Oil and Gas Commission (BCOGC) suspended 20 water permits for 12 energy companies that draw water from rivers, streams and lakes in the Peace River …

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