AGAR: The long road to winning the right to be critical

Cattle rancher Karyn Neilson has adopted a unique approach during calving season by massaging every other newborn calf on her central Alberta farm for one minute, aiming to enhance their health and the profitability of her herd. Over the past five years, this technique has been applied to half of the calves born at Neilson Beef in Stettler, Alberta. Want More Context? 🔎

The Halifax Domestic Violence Court, established in 2018, addresses the province's declared epidemic of domestic violence by focusing on cases involving youth and the homeless. Utilizing counselling services, the court aims to prevent violence and promote healing within the community. Want More Context? 🔎

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree have condemned Hong Kong police's issuance of arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, claiming these actions threaten Canada's sovereignty and security. The activists are accused of violating Beijing's national security law, with police offering rewards for information leading to their capture. Want More Context? 🔎

MultiCaf is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving access to fresh, local, and affordable produce for the community. During the summer, it brings its solidarity market to various locations in the Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood, enhancing food accessibility for residents. Want More Context? 🔎

A group of New Brunswickers aims to establish a 180-kilometre "dark sky corridor" along the Bay of Fundy coast to protect the area from light pollution and promote astrotourism. This initiative takes advantage of the region's exceptional darkness, allowing for clearer views of celestial objects like distant galaxies and nebulas. Want More Context? 🔎

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens is urging the new Liberal government, led by Mark Carney, to reconsider federal affordable housing mandates, particularly the $4-billion housing accelerator fund, which he believes do not align with his community's needs. Dilkens emphasizes local knowledge in city planning, rejecting a $30-million fund due to its rigid conditions that undermine local governance and community character. Want More Context? 🔎