Choosing forgiveness and learning the lessons it can teach
After their daughter was murdered 30 years ago, Wilma and Cliff Derksen chose a life long journey of forgiveness, gaining insights they will share in a unique course on the subject.
A tradition worth keeping
Besides earning funds for the parish, St. Charles Fall Supper strengthens trust, solidarity and reciprocity among parishioners.
Indigenous leader wants people to pray for water, heal Mother Earth
Grassy Narrows resident Chrissy Swain calls on Canadians to protect freshwater resources for future generations by opposing Energy East Pipeline.
What is a sentient being?
I simply do not understand how supposedly fine, upstanding people make personal decisions to harm or kill animals.
River Heights has a dirty secret
Did my neighbours commit cultural genocide? Maybe, maybe not. But they did operate a residential school here until quite recently.
Walking Monk’s cross country treks promote friendship, peace, and joy of walking
Bhaktimarga Swami will present a ‘Krishna Culture Festival’ at Westminster United Church with drama, music and a play tonight (Wed. July 22) at 7 p.m.
Unlikely hero remembered
Nicholas Winton, who died on Canada Day at the age of 106, saved the lives of hundreds of children fleeing the horrors of Hitler and the Nazis 70 years ago.
Honouring those who survived and those who never came home
By adopting the TRC’s 94 recommendations, Canada will honour those who survived and the thousands who died at residential school.
Residential School Genocide and Reconciliation Memorial Day Act
Now that the Truth and Reconciliation Report has been issued, the idea is proposed to set aside one day a year to remember the painful legacy of the Indian Residential School system.
“Oh wow! Look at this,” makes Jumbo Sale worthwhile
Items are donated all year and folks travel from near and far for the one day fundraiser which has earned a reputation as a destination event.