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The former mayor of a northern Alberta town ravaged by wildfire more than a decade ago says community ties will be key as Jasper, Alta., recovers from the blaze that swept through last month. Wildfires destroyed 358 homes and businesses in the Rocky Mountain tourist hot spot three weeks ago, …
Read More »‘On the brink’: Airlines flee small cities, cutting key links to rest of the country
From his office overlooking the runway at Gander International Airport, Reg Wright can see all flights in and out of his corner of Newfoundland. But in recent years, those plane spottings have been fewer and farther between. “In Newfoundland, we have a saying called the fisherman’s widow, which is typically …
Read More »Ford government close to completing Greenbelt checklist, key recommendation will go to committee
It was a set of recommendations to ensure that the Greenbelt scandal, a controversial chapter in Ontario’s political history, would never happen again. A detailed investigation by Ontario’s auditor general into the government’s decision to remove 15 parcels of protected land from the Greenbelt resulted in 15 recommendations for systems-wide …
Read More »Jasper wildfire: These are the key things to grab in emergency evacuations
Everyone in Jasper and Jasper National Park in Alberta has been asked to evacuate as of late Monday night, as a fire approaches the community. Experts say there is a list of things people should be prepared to grab quickly as they leave their homes for safer communities and designated …
Read More »Water key during extreme heat for those experiencing homelessness in Regina – Regina
Descrease article font size Increase article font size As most of the province hits sizzling hot temperatures this week, the well-being of the homeless community in this heat is what concerns local organizations. “The major concern is dehydration,” said Carmichael Outreach Development Coordinator Chrysta Garner. “We are always looking for … …
Read More »From Liberals losing key riding to Biden-Trump debate, this week’s top stories – National
U.S. President Joe Biden and his challenger, the former president Donald Trump, faced off in a debate, the Liberal Party lost a key byelection battle with the Conservatives and Ottawa is mulling tariffs on electric vehicles made in China. Here are some of the top stories this week. Biden, Trump …
Read More »ANALYSIS: Solving roster issues on blue line is key for Jets in off-season – Winnipeg
Descrease article font size Increase article font size There are only four teams in the NHL right now not already planning for next season. The other 28 are staring into a prism fixated on how to improve overall by next fall, the Winnipeg Jets included. And while the immediate focus …
Read More »Volunteers a key part of the magic at annual Toronto Santa Claus Parade – Toronto
Dressing up as a skunk to march past eager crowds is among the highlights of Glenn French’s long tenure as a volunteer with the Toronto Santa Claus Parade. The 74-year-old has played various roles over the years – farmer, clown greeter, polar bear – but the event’s skunks have a …
Read More »A chronology of key events following Ontario’s decision to develop Greenbelt lands
Ontario Housing Minister Steve Clark apologized Thursday for his role in the government’s Greenbelt land swap, a day after the province’s integrity commissioner found he violated two sections of the Members Integrity Act. Here is a timeline of events in the controversy: Nov. 4, 2022: Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister …
Read More »Housing and finance key issues as local leaders prepare to meet Ontario ministers
Delegates from across Ontario began descending on London, Ont., Sunday as Ontario Premier Doug Ford and his cabinet prepared to meet municipal officials for days of detailed, local discussions. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference is being held in London from Aug. 20 to 23, with local financial …
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