Shriners
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New book launched for children with chronic illnesses'The Dream Machine' by Candace Amarante tells the story of a 16-year-old girl living with osteogenesis imperfecta who witnesses her sister fracturing her leg in a skiing accident.CanadaSep 27, 2023
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Calgary historical organization honours local ShrinersThe Chinook Country Historical Society (CCHS) is now recognizing the Al Azhar Shriners’ many decades of service.FeaturesSep 14, 2023
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Canmore Canada Day parade turns away unregistered Shriners, band deemed ‘culturally appropriative’A Town of Canmore spokesperson confirmed the Al Azhar Oriental Band arrived unannounced ahead of Saturday’s parade and, despite their philanthropic endeavors, was refused entry.CanadaJul 5, 2023
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7 parade bikes stolen from Edmonton Shriners takes money away from children’s charity'There's just no replacing them. Some of the older bikes, it's going to cost probably $1,800 to $2,000 a bike to bring it up to roadworthy condition.'CrimeAug 18, 2022
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95-year-old Frank Atchison wraps 260 km fundraising walk for sick kids in ReginaAfter a two-month journey by foot of more than 260 kilometres, Frank Atchison completed his fundraising walk through central Saskatchewan in Regina on Tuesday afternoon.FeaturesJun 15, 2021
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Canadian seniors volunteer more time, money than any other age group: reportNew numbers show the charitable efforts of a particular demographic are making a big difference for the Canadian economy.CanadaJun 20, 2019
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Montreal pediatric centres team up to help children with musculoskeletal disordersFour pediatric centres in Montreal are combining resources to make it easier to treat children living with musculoskeletal disorders.CanadaJun 5, 2019
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Landmark $1 million expected to be raise for 32nd Shrine Bowl CanadaThe Concordia Stingers will face off against the Université Laval's Rouge et Or for the annual 32nd Shrine Bowl Canada.HealthSep 26, 2018
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Freemasons mark 225 years in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu with celebrationFreemasons from Dorchester Lodge #4 in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu are celebrating a major milestone Sunday.CanadaJul 15, 2018
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EXCLUSIVE: Saskatchewan boy creates splint kit for fellow patients at Shriners Hospital for ChildrenCarter Brown has created a splint kit with the Shriners Hospital for Children to help make fractures more bearable for children suffering from brittle bone disease.CanadaMar 7, 2018
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