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As hate-crime landscape evolves, a reminder — online behaviour exists in real life
VANCOUVER - A lawyer with the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association says it's wise to remember that even though charges over offensive social media activity are rare, online posts exist in real...
Aug 20, 2024

Minister's Youth Council giving students a voice in education improvement
Beginning in October, an assortment of 40 junior and senior high school student leaders from urban and rural communities will have an opportunity to share their first-hand experiences and perspectives...
Aug 20, 2024

Tributes pour in after death of Prince Edward Island hockey instructor Allan Andrews
CHARLOTTETOWN - The hockey community and Prince Edward Island's premier are paying tribute following the death of Allan Andrews, founder of a renowned hockey school on the island. RCMP confirmed Tuesd...
Aug 20, 2024

GOP-led challenge to voting by mail rejected by New York's top court
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - A New York law allowing any registered voter to cast a ballot by mail was upheld Tuesday by the state's highest court, which rejected a Republican challenge to the legislation. The...
Aug 20, 2024

Alberta’s 2024 harvest season is underway
Harvest 2024 has officially begun across the province and Alberta's government wishes farmers a safe, successful and productive season. As combines start rolling across Alberta, the government notes t...
Aug 20, 2024

Trevor Harris, Tyrell Ford, Blue Bombers O-line named to CFL's weekly honour roll
Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris, Blue Bombers defensive back Tyrell Ford and Winnipeg's offensive line headlined the CFL's Honour Roll on Tuesday. Harris connected on 31 of 39 pass ...
Aug 20, 2024

Letter: Unleashing a vibrant tapestry: The Hindu Cultural Centre of Central Alberta
"Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" means "The world is one family." Imagine a place where the rich tapestry of Hindu culture converges, where ancient traditions are celebrated, and artistic expressions flourish....
Aug 20, 2024

Manitoba chiefs call for PM to rescind Charles Adler's appointment to Senate
OTTAWA - First Nations chiefs in Manitoba are calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to rescind the appointment of veteran broadcaster Charles Adler to the Senate. The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs s...
Aug 20, 2024

Ansari wins the Democratic nomination in Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District after recount
PHOENIX (AP) - Yassamin Ansari, a former Phoenix City Council member, clinched the Democratic nomination for an open congressional district in Arizona, defeating her opponent by 39 votes after the tig...
Aug 20, 2024

Interactive Chamber Chase to encourage city exploration
The Red Deer and District Chamber of Commerce invites residents to the Chamber Chase, an interactive team-building event that will take participants to various member organizations to complete differe...
Aug 20, 2024