Region of Waterloo falls short in Smart Cities Challenge bid
Montreal came out on top with its plan for mobility and access to food. Continue reading
Federal Government
COMMENTARY: With so many questions around the Mark Norman case, a public inquiry is needed
The collapse of the case must not be the final word. There is still so much we simply don’t know. Continue reading
Indigenous women in Peterborough area demand an end to sex discrimination in Indian Act
By Dan Nyznik Videographer
It’s time to end 143 years of gender inequality in the federal Indian Act, says a group of Indigenous women and their supporters. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Properly describing the terror threat means acknowledging religious extremism exists
The federal government needs to make up its mind on this. This is not a point on which one can have it both ways. Continue reading
Saskatchewan to spotlight workplace safety from May 5-11
The week kicks off with Steps for Life, a 5k walk to spread awareness for families effected by workplace tragedy. Continue reading
Protesters snarl morning commute at CFB Kingston, Collins Bay Prison as workers demand fair contract
Dozens of demonstrators are out in full force at three gates at CFB Kingston holding signs and chanting, “Where’s our pay?” Continue reading
No guarantee of decision on Trans Mountain pipeline before federal election: Sohi
Sohi said he couldn’t guarantee a decision on the project would come before a federal election expected this fall, saying it’s up to the full cabinet. Continue reading
Federal government invests $860,000 in Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lakes Wilderness Parkland
The new area will help connect existing parklands owned by the provincial Crown. Continue reading
Planned east London emergency youth shelter gets $3M funding boost from Ottawa
The Youth Opportunities Unlimited Housing First Youth Shelter will contain 30 bedrooms for young adults aged 16 to 24. Continue reading
Province, feds invest $450M into affordable housing in Saskatchewan
Those who need an affordable place to call home can count on long-term funding for community housing in Saskatchewan as a result of a new agreement. Continue reading