Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
University of Calgary named world's first United Nations University hub for water
CALGARY - The University of Calgary has become the world's first United Nations University hub focused on water. The hub is a partnership between the Calgary university and the United Nations Universi...
Dec 13, 2023
Maskwacîs celebrates the grand opening of the Theresa C. Wildcat Early Learning Centre
The Theresa C. Wildcat Early Learning Centre successfully celebrated its grand opening on Dec. 8, 2023. Officials say this new school is located on Ermineskin Cree Nation in Maskwacs, Alberta, and mar...
Dec 13, 2023 (Supplied)
Minister Schulz shares op-ed on current drought situation
The Minister of Environment and Protected Areas, the Honourable Rebecca Schulz has written an opinion editorial on the current drought situation in the province. In a released statement, Press Secreta...
Dec 13, 2023
Alberta researchers call for public inquiry into program to ensure oilsands cleanup
Alberta university researchers are calling for an open public inquiry into a provincial program designed to ensure oilsands producers can pay to clean up after themselves. They say the agreement at an...
Dec 13, 2023
Guilbeault hails 'monumental' COP28 deal, others warn of 'dangerous distractions'
OTTAWA - Canada's environment minister is hailing what he calls the "monumental" outcome of the United Nations climate summit. It's the first time the summit of nearly 200 countries has collectively a...
Dec 13, 2023
In the news today: Liberals to talk UN ceasefire stance and AI fears spark concerns
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Liberal caucus meets after UN ceasefire vote Liberal MPs are set to gather for ...
Dec 13, 2023
École Olds High's Christmas Palooza raises $2,300+ for families in need
cole Olds High School's leadership class has successfully raised funds for the community's Christmas Angels through the school's 3rd annual Christmas Palooza. On Dec. 6, 2023, officials with Chinook's...
Dec 12, 2023 (Supplied)
Canada supports UN ceasefire resolution as Israel continues offensive
NEW YORK - Canada joined an overwhelming majority of countries that voted to demand a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza in a strong demonstration of global support for ending the Israel-Hamas war.The vo...
Dec 12, 2023
UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly to demand a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to demand a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza in a strong demonstration of global support for ending the Israel-Hamas war....
Dec 12, 2023
Don't call it insurance: What dentists want you to know about the federal dental plan
OTTAWA - The federal government has announced enrolment details for a new federal dental plan that resembles typical insurance coverage, down to the benefits card patients show at the dentists' office...
Dec 12, 2023