The Edmonton summer that wasn’t… and what fall may bring
By Phil Darlington Weather Specialist
Edmonton sees, on average, 233 mm of rain from June to August. This year the city received a whopping 331 mm. Continue reading
Summer
Meal program feeds and educates children at Toronto summer camps
Summerlunch+ is a food literacy and meal program that feeds more than a thousand children at six different locations in high-needs communities across the city. Continue reading
Winnipeggers shouldn’t write off summer just yet: climatologist
In the long-term, though, things aren’t quite as sunny. Phillips said in looking at projections from both the U.S. and Canada, cooler temperatures are definitely on the way – although that’s normal for this time of year. Continue reading
Popular Playland ride ‘The Beast’ back up and running after malfunction
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
The popular ride went down Aug. 12 while thrillseekers were on it, spilling non-toxic oil on them and others lined up below. Continue reading
Sask. dairy farmers match milk donations for Saskatoon Food Bank program
SaskMilk’s support means that children, pregnant and nursing mothers received twice the amount of milk through the Saskatoon Food Bank during the summer. Continue reading
Family summer staycations see popularity surge in Saskatchewan
Family-friendly staycations have seen a surge in popularity in Saskatchewan this summer. Continue reading
Lyme disease: What it is and why some are calling it the next pandemic
Lyme, once considered an isolated disease found in North America and parts of Europe, is now found in 80 countries worldwide. Continue reading
What’s in the water? The bacterial booby traps of summer
From public swimming pools to the content of a sandbox, a health and hygiene expert helps us do a deep dive into the microscopic menaces of summer. Continue reading
Saskatchewan cabin owners advised how to help prevent wildfires from spreading
Parks Canada said simple things like removing yard waste and trimming vegetation around homes are vital in stopping the spread of wildfires this season. Continue reading
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Opening of Moncton’s new Centennial Beach pool delayed due to wet weather
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
The pool is expected to open in mid to late August. Continue reading