Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
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
Trudeau seeks 'sustainable ceasefire' in Gaza alongside Australia, New Zealand PMs
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Israel and Hamas must work toward "a sustainable ceasefire," starting with another pause in hostilities. The comment comes in a joint statement with Trudeau...
Dec 12, 2023
Childcare fees in Alberta to fall to $15/day on average in 2024
LETHBRIDGE, AB - The Government of Alberta is set to make childcare a little bit more affordable in the new year.Ashli Barrett, Press Secretary for the Ministry of Children and Family Services, has co...
Dec 12, 2023
Man charged in alleged Ponoka shooting ordered to stand trial
One of five people initially charged in an alleged shooting in Ponoka this year has been ordered to stand trial. Journey Okeynan, 20, a resident of Montana First Nation, was ordered to stand trial in ...
Dec 11, 2023
Alberta tenants receiving 1.6% interest on security deposits
The Alberta Government will be requiring landlords to pay interest on security deposits held for residential or mobile home tenants, starting on January 1, 2024.The security deposit interest rate, whi...
Dec 11, 2023