Toronto – The City of Toronto has a comprehensive snow and ice response plan that prioritizes safety and mobility above all else, particularly for emergency and transit vehicles. Snowfall in Toronto Winter weather typically occurs in Toronto between November and March, with most of the snow falling in January and February. Toronto receives approximately 130 cm of snowfall each winter. …
Winnipeg – Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland said: “I would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Treaty 1 territory and that the land on which we gather today is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibway, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. I want to start by saying a couple …
New Brunswick — There will be growth in the theatre sector and better venues in southern New Brunswick after an additional $12 million investment from the federal government under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program in the Sydney Street former courthouse. This funding was announced by MP Wayne Long, Mayor Donna Reardon and Dr. Sandra Bell, Saint John Theatre Company Board Chair. The …
KELOWNA– For Rob Shaw the wear and tear of being a professional wheelchair tennis player is a growing concern, but he’s determined to be on court for the Australian Open in January. ‘’I’m on the tail end of my career, that’s for sure,’’ said Shaw, who’ll turn 35 on December 6. ‘’For next season I would like to compete in …
British Columbia — Bonaparte First Nation proudly marked the completion of two new water treatment plants, which now provide clean drinking water to remote areas of their community. The newly built water treatment plants and distribution systems, located in the Lower Hat Creek area, are a significant step toward ensuring long-term, sustainable access to safe drinking water in IR#1 and …
Burnaby – Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformational opportunity for British Columbians. With a strong AI ecosystem – one that includes researchers developing technology, companies creating AI-based solutions to the world’s challenges, and adopters putting the power of AI to work in their operations – British Columbian businesses are well-positioned to leverage the power of AI to drive innovation across …
Ottawa – Medical assistance in dying (MAID) is a deeply personal and complex topic. Canada’s federal framework governing MAID has been carefully designed with stringent safeguards to affirm and protect the inherent and equal value and dignity of every person’s life. Given the significant life-or-death implications, the Government of Canada has always chosen a cautious approach to expanding MAID eligibility. …
Washington – Financial inclusion gives people a fair chance to succeed. However, with the rising cost of living, regional conflicts, and natural disasters caused by climate change, financial pressures have impacted everyday life, especially for the world’s most vulnerable. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development concluded his participation at the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and …
LA – Academy Award winning American actress, Anne Hathaway, shared her thoughts on plastic surgery. The Idea of You star said: “I have had the same smile since I was little. I don’t want Botox to erase it. When you are an actor, your face must reflect a personality. Otherwise you are just a face. It’s strange to comment on a …
