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Assembly of First Nations announces 13 delegates to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican
The Assembly of First Nations has announced the 13 delegates who will be going to the Vatican to meet with Pope Francis next month. The delegation include elders, residential school survivors and yout...
Nov 25, 2021
Quebec economic update includes direct payments to offset inflation as deficit drops
QUEBEC - A year after posting a record deficit, the Quebec government tabled an economic update today that contains a smaller-than-expected deficit thanks to a spike in economic growth. Finance minist...
Nov 25, 2021
Individual accolades are nice, but achieving Grey Cup win remains Menard's main focus
Another day, another individual honour for David Menard. The Montreal Alouettes defensive lineman was named the East Division's top Canadian on Thursday after registering a conference-high eight sacks...
Nov 25, 2021
Watsonairs/Salvation Army Christmas Cheer Fundraiser
Calling all Watsonair patrons, former members and those who would like to contribute! We are looking for your help! In previous years all of the proceeds of our Christmas Carol Festival have been dona...
Nov 25, 2021
Emissions reduction fund poorly designed, misleads on emissions cuts: audit
OTTAWA - Canada's environment commissioner says a federal pandemic aid program for the oil and gas sector that was supposed to retain jobs and cut greenhouse-gas emissions is not set up to actually do...
Nov 25, 2021
Christmas tree tradition being brought back to life in Naicam
The town of Naicam is resurrecting a Christmas tradition this year.A tree lighting that would take place on the main intersection of the town each year from around the 1940s to the 70s, will return bu...
Nov 25, 2021
Melfort Secret Santa brings joy to seniors in the community
If you're looking for a way to spread holiday cheer this season community members can take part in the Melfort Secret Santa for Seniors.Until Dec. 10, you can pick up a Christmas bulb at Daisies Dream...
Nov 25, 2021
PA EX Annual General Meeting
The Prince Albert Exhibition Association is postponing it's Annual General Meeting until January.See the poster for details.
Nov 25, 2021
Gen. Wayne Eyre named permanent defence chief despite McDonald seeking reinstatement
OTTAWA - Gen. Wayne Eyre has been officially appointed Canada's next chief of the defence staff, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Thursday. "General Eyre will continue working hard to build ...
Nov 25, 2021
Tuberculosis cases nearly double in Black Lake and Fond Du Lac, six weeks after outbreak declared
Six weeks after issuing an outbreak alert for Tuberculosis (TB), the Athabasca Health Authority (AHA) said cases have nearly doubled in their region.The AHA said that as of Nov. 19, 24 cases have been...
Nov 25, 2021