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Manitoba First Nation health care scholarship aims to ‘make the difference’The Southern Chiefs Organization, Business Council of Manitoba, and provincial government, are setting aside $450,000 to help Indigenous students become health care professionals.EducationNov 12
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Saskatoon students making a difference this Halloween seasonIt's trick-or-treating of a different kind. As Halloween has finally arrived, Saskatoon high school students are doing their part to help the community.CanadaOct 31
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‘Makes me feel like I’m someone in the world:’ Animal-assisted therapy helps ManitobansOn a farm about an hour south of Winnipeg, 40 animals are hard at work at Lil' Steps Wellness, offering therapy to those in need and making a difference is people's lives.CanadaNov 17
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Be the envy of this year’s cookie swap with these festive cutoutsBecause a great cookie cutter makes all the difference.The CuratorDec 9
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Sleep divorce: Why some couples are opting to break up at bedtimeKnown as 'sleep divorce,' it’s a trend that’s allowing couples to wake up refreshed and still in a relationship — even if it's from different rooms.HealthNov 23
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Moreno, Albazi take different roads to UFC Fight Night in EdmontonBrandon Moreno (21-8-2) is coming off split-decision losses to American No. 1 contender Brandon (Raw Dawg) Royval, in February.SportsNov 1
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Renowned author Margaret Atwood weighs in on U.S. election at Calgary forumAtwood said she hesitates to make blanket statements about what drives the American people because there are starkly different histories and sensibilities in every region.CanadaNov 13
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Global Edmonton kicks off annual Give Me Shelter campaignShelters around the Edmonton area say demand for their services is high right now. They say the Give Me Shelter campaign comes at a crucial time.CanadaDec 4
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Donations surge as Guelph’s Christmas Kettle campaign nears its end for 2024Just days remain in the Guelph Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle campaign. Over $290,000 has been raised as the Christmas Eve deadline approaches.CanadaDec 19
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Saskatoon police investigating city’s 15th homicide of 2024Saskatoon police are currently investigating the city's 15th homicide of the year, which makes it one off the record set just five years ago.CrimeDec 19
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United Way calls for donations as funded programs face potential shortagesExecutive director Glenna Banda said the United Way chapter in Guelph is projecting a $100,000 deficit and could potentially have to pull back funding from some programs.CanadaDec 13
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Guelph Humane Society to receive $10K grant from Pedigree FoundationFair (above) encourages anyone, especially during the holiday season, to volunteer at a local shelter and rescue organization, including the Guelph Humane Society.CanadaDec 12
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Tom Jackson’s Crazy Sox Box campaign looks to inspire Canadians to help unhousedThe star of North of 60 and Shining Time Station was filming Sullivan’s Crossing in Halifax last winter when the idea was hatched with fellow crew member Lori Bellefontaine.CanadaDec 6
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Quebec, Ottawa announce $100M deal to fight homelessnessThe money will be used to pay for additional shelter spaces in Quebec communities, to build new warming centres and to support people at imminent risk of homelessness.CanadaDec 13
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Vacant homes tax being proposed to Guelph city councilA Guelph, Ont., community group is proposing a vacant homes tax in the Royal City. Get Involved Guelph plans to table a petition at the next city council meeting on Dec 10. The group wants to optimize vacant homes in an attempt to help solve the city’s housing crisis. Stan Kozak, a member of the group,...EconomyDec 4
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November 23 – RAD Torque Raceway – Magic of LightsExperience the holiday season like never before with the Canadian Tire Magic of Lights at RAD Torque Raceway! This 2.5-kilometer drive-through spectacle features over 2 MILLION LED lights, filling every moment with festive joy. From the comfort of your car, you’ll be surrounded by stunning displays and enchanting animations that bring the holiday spirit to life...AdvertisementNov 18
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Weekend parade to help bring youth treatment centre to KelownaThe $8-million youth treatment and recovery facility is a project spearheaded by the Bridge Youth and Family Services organization, and hopes to accommodate up to 40 youth.CanadaDec 10
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‘I loved him’: How one Regina group is making a difference preventing overdosesThe Regina Overdose Outreach Team began as a pilot project in 2022, providing access to counselling and addiction programs. Some hope it will become permanent.CanadaSep 13
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‘Tax holiday’ boosting sales despite some struggles: industry groupsAlmost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some of the struggles they faced implementing the temporary break.CanadaDec 20
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Winnipeg organizations need donations need to fill the gap this winterWinnipeg organizations like Wahbung Abinoonjiiag and Main Street Project are stepping up to help, but people who help others need support too.CanadaNov 12