Beer Stores, union to collect empties across Ontario in fight to end blood cancer
The proceeds collected from the bottle drive will go toward the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. Continue reading
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Peterborough family seeks to raise awareness of stem cell donation in memory of son
By Niki Anastasakis Videographer
Peterborough Regional Health Centre and Canadian Blood Services organized a stem cell swab session in memory of Harrison McKinnon. Continue reading
Blake Nordstrom, executive at Nordstrom department store, dead at 58
The Seattle-based company did not disclose the cause of death, saying Nordstrom passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday. Continue reading
Doctors calling on WHO to combat HTLV-1 virus – a cousin of HIV
The virus HTLV-1 has been making headlines lately. Here’s what you should know about this cousin of HIV. Continue reading
First-time female triathletes give it a go at the Makin’ It Happen race
Makin’ It Happen triathlon is held in memory of a woman who lost her battle with cancer and had a passion to introduce women to the sport. Continue reading
Saving Bille Nguyen: Edmonton family on mission to rally Asian stem cell donors
By Su-Ling Goh Health Reporter
Three Edmonton sisters are hoping someone, somewhere, of Asian descent can save their brother Bille Nguyen. Continue reading
Toronto to appoint councillor for vacant Ward 44 seat
The new councillor of Ward 44 will hold office until the end of the term on Nov. 30, 2018. Continue reading
Inaugural ‘Light the Night’ walk in Lethbridge raises $10,000
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
Around 70 people came out to Henderson Lake on Saturday holding lanterns in solidarity. Red in support, gold in memory and white for survivors and those still fighting. Continue reading
Makin’ It Happen triathlon held in memory of beloved volunteer
By Jacqueline Wilson Anchor
Makin’ It Happen triathlon held in memory of a woman who lost her battle with lymphoma cancer and had a passion to introduce women to the sport. Continue reading
Did a Princeton man die from health care neglect? IHA completes review
By Neetu Garcha Video Journalist / Anchor
But we won’t know much about what that review found, IHA says privacy laws restrict it from sharing many details. Continue reading