Campaign promises ring hollow for voters focussed on ‘everyday issues’
With the election campaign in full swing, some Canadians are annoyed that certain key issues are not being debated.
Protest rally calls on Feds to help build Freedom Road
While Winnipeg gets its drinking water from Shoal Lake 40 reserve, residents there are cut off from the mainland with no easy access to potable water.
Hughes wants mental healthcare to be an election issue
Six-time Olympic medal winner Clara Hughes urges Canada’s political leaders to start talking about issues surrounding mental health.
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.
“Nanny State” approach aims to make population healthier
Legislated moves to deter nasty habits and to curb unhealthy eating are a sign of the times.
Let’s celebrate Canada’s birthday and help heal the world
There could be no better 150th birthday gift than to welcome 150,000 refugees to our nation.
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.
For kids with diabetes, it matters where they go to school
For parents of kids with diabetes, the beginning of each new school year brings not only the usual preparations, but also fears for their child’s health and safety.
Street patrols help keep North End safe
Ambassadors make mean streets a lot nicer for residents, businesses and visitors.