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Feds offer $800M in funding for Indigenous-led conservation efforts

Feds offer $800M in funding for Indigenous-led conservation efforts

“Canada’s ambitious biodiversity goals can only be met in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis. By coupling Indigenous and Western science, we can fight the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss, strengthen our relationships with Indigenous communities, and build a better future for everyone.”
MADD reminding motorists to drive sober

MADD reminding motorists to drive sober

Working closely with those affected by impaired  driving, MADD hopes everyone makes the safety of themselves and others a  priority.
Alberta honey crops report mixed results through 2022

Alberta honey crops report mixed results through 2022

In the Canadian Honey Council’s latest newsletter, Hivelights, Curtis Miedema writes that reports from Alberta are mixed.
Four things you might not know about the flu

Four things you might not know about the flu

With the COVID-19 pandemic grabbing headlines the last two years, the flu has managed to fade into the background.
Multi-vehicle pile-up shuts down highway north of Airdrie, results in one fatality

Multi-vehicle pile-up shuts down highway north of Airdrie, results in one fatality

"As a result of this collision, injuries were reported resulting in nine passengers from various vehicles being transported by ground ambulance to area hospitals for various non-life threatening conditions," RCMP stated. "One fatality was reported on scene."
Arden rental policies under scrutiny after controversial event

Arden rental policies under scrutiny after controversial event

"I think it's really dangerous to give this kind of individual a platform because he just uses this to enhance and increase his influence," said Kurt Phillips, board member of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network.
Polar bear decline signals changing climate

Polar bear decline signals changing climate

Telus talk looks at science of Arctic icon.
Canadian Blood Services needs blood, plasma donors after storm disruption

Canadian Blood Services needs blood, plasma donors after storm disruption

OTTAWA — Canadian Blood Services is hoping to appeal to the generous spirit of the holiday season as it faces a severe shortfall of blood products after several days of stormy weather across the country.
The Year of the Slap: Pop culture moments in 2022

The Year of the Slap: Pop culture moments in 2022

Taylor Swift was up. Elon Musk was in, out, in and maybe out again. Tom Cruise was back. BTS stepped aside, and so did Serena Williams, and Tom Brady too — oops, scratch that. But the slap? The slap was everywhere.
From funny to freaky: Five Canadian films and TV shows to watch over the holidays

From funny to freaky: Five Canadian films and TV shows to watch over the holidays

TORONTO — One of the most cherished modern traditions of the December holiday break is the opportunity to gather with those closest to you...and binge-watch television.
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