Most of the 69 driving range stalls were occupied by eager golfers at the Canada Golfcard Driving Range on Ellerslie Road in Edmonton, which opened by pushing all the snow off the range to take advantage of warm March weather. Monday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada includes a high of 3 C with a 30 per cent chance of flurries in the afternoon, with above 0 C temperatures for most of the week.
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During a recent meeting in Huntsville, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Quebec Premier François Legault discussed challenges in reaching a bilateral trade agreement, with Ford expressing confidence in Legault's leadership. Legault plans to advance internal trade through Bill 112, aimed at reducing barriers and streamlining regulations, while both leaders acknowledge the need for cooperation despite differing approaches to trade facilitation. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreTerry Francois, 53, pleaded guilty to two counts of resisting a peace officer in May and was subsequently banished from the NCN community upon his return in June. This banishment was formalized in a federal application for judicial review filed on Thursday. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA shortage of commonly-prescribed painkillers in Canada, including acetaminophen with codeine and acetaminophen with oxycodone, has emerged due to manufacturing disruptions and increased demand. Pharmacists recommend that patients plan ahead and consult with them for effective management of their prescriptions. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA UBC study led by Dr. Laura Schummers revealed a 49% increase in the monthly dispensing of long-acting reversible contraceptives, such as IUDs and arm implants, following B.C.'s policy of providing free prescription birth control. Dr. Renee Hall, medical co-director at Willow Clinic, noted a shortage of doctors to meet the heightened demand for IUD insertions. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreUnionized postal workers are voting from July 21 to Aug. 1 on Canada Post's final offer, which includes a signing bonus, wage increases over four years, and changes to the short-term disability program, but the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) urges rejection, citing concerns over inadequate wage adjustments and management control in route scheduling. CUPW contends that the offer fails to address their core demands and undermines fair collective bargaining. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreLast week, Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia acquitted five 2018 Team Canada world junior hockey players of sexual assault charges, stating the complainant's testimony was not credible. Carroccia, who has a background in criminal defense and emphasizes clear communication in her rulings, faced mixed reactions to her decision, with some praising the fair application of justice. Want More Context? 🔎
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