Author Archives: Josh Hall

Mental Health Week 2024 urges Canadians to have compassion
The Canadian Mental Health Association's (CMHA) annual Mental Health Week takes place May 6-12, with a focus on "healing through compassion." "Compassion is not only for others, it's for ourselves. Em...
May 08, 2024

Kinex Arena parts up for grabs ahead of demolition
After years of memories made at the Kinex Arena, the community will have one last chance to say goodbye to the facility during a garage sale on May 11, where they can take home a piece of its history....
May 08, 2024

London Drugs president says sorry for cyber breach, no evidence customer data taken
RICHMOND, B.C. - The president of London Drugs has issued a letter apologizing for a cybersecurity incident that forced the company to close stores for more than a week, but he says there's no evidenc...
May 08, 2024

Minister said 'hundreds' of Canadians might use Gaza visa. More than 7,500 applied.
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - An immigration lawyer in Toronto says new figures from the federal government show just how "grudging" Ottawa's efforts have been to rescue Canadians' family members from the war in...
May 08, 2024

Canucks prepared to take on McDavid, star-powered Oilers in second-round action
VANCOUVER - Rick Tocchet doesn't mind the fact that his Vancouver Canucks aren't favoured to win against their next playoff opponent. "I love being doubted," the head coach said. Analysts have been sk...
May 07, 2024

Official languages commissioner sees complaints drop by more than half in past year
OTTAWA - The number of complaints from Canadians who say their official language rights weren't respected dropped by more than half last year. In his annual report released today, official languages c...
May 07, 2024

WestJet, mechanics union agree to tentative deal to avoid strike
CALGARY - A potential strike between WestJet and its mechanics union appears to have been avoided. A statement from the Calgary-based airline Sunday night says a tentative deal between it and the Airc...
May 05, 2024

'You just have to be always ready': Canucks' Silovs embracing playoff opportunity
VANCOUVER - Arturs Silovs has rocketed up the Vancouver Canucks' depth chart this post-season, going from third-string goalie to starter in pivotal elimination games. The rookie remains unfazed. "You ...
May 05, 2024

Former Red Deerian shares recovery journey from drugs and crime, suggests possible solutions
It was his third time in the Bowden federal penitentiary. On the inside, Anton Kokol wasn't even worth a four-dollar daily job anymore; he was an ever-returning old-timer. But volunteering to mop the ...
May 05, 2024

RCMP offers safety tips for Emergency Preparedness Week
Albertans are encouraged to be ready for an emergency.May 5 to 11, 2024 marks Emergency Preparedness Week across the country. The theme for this year's initiative is 'Be Prepared. Know Your Risks', wi...
May 05, 2024