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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Canada This year, Canada saw a significant increase in the number of people paying for news compared to other liberal democracies. Author of the article: Published Jun 24, 2024  •  4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Newspaper boxes in Edmonton. Photo by Postmedia/File Article content THE CONVERSATION This year, Canada has shown an increase in the number of people paying for news, contrasting with other liberal democracies. Author: Alfred Hermida, Professor, School of Journalism, Writing, and Media, University of British Columbia Media…

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Canada Protester Surprised at Conspiracy to Commit Murder Charge Author of the article: The Canadian Press Bill Graveland Published Jun 24, 2024 • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article content LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — A protester arrested at the border blockade at Coutts, Alta., acted surprised when police told him he was being charged with conspiracy to commit murder. Anthony Olienick also said he didn’t threaten to kill anyone. About three hours of the video statement he gave to police after his…

Save Our Science Centre: A Beloved Institution Families, educators, and community members in Toronto are devastated by the abrupt closure of the Ontario Science Centre due to concerns over the state of its roof. The provincial government had plans to relocate the 55-year-old institution to Ontario Place but decided to shut it down to ensure the safety of visitors and staff after an engineering report identified high-risk roof panels that could collapse under the weight of snow. Locals gathered in a park to protest the closure, emphasizing the importance of the science centre as a cultural and educational landmark. Parents…

Article content Leo Wieser, a former movie special effects expert, is now on a mission to save two historic grain elevators in Nanton, Alberta. The iconic structures, built in the early 1900s, are not just buildings but symbols of a bygone era where they served as social hubs for the community. Wieser, the president of the Canadian Grain Elevator Discovery Centre, is raising funds through contests, raffles, and movie nights to preserve these landmarks. His passion for history stems from his upbringing near Heritage Park in Calgary, where he learned to appreciate Canada’s past. With the elevators approaching their centenary,…

Article content summary Naheed Nenshi, former Calgary mayor, has been chosen as the new leader of Alberta’s New Democrats, securing over 62,000 of the total 85,000 ballots cast. Despite becoming leader of the Opposition, Nenshi does not currently hold a seat in the legislature. In the leadership race, Nenshi thanked everyone for their engagement, emphasizing the need for Albertans to have something to stand for, not fight against. Other contenders for the party’s top job included former cabinet ministers Sarah Hoffman and Kathleen Ganley, as well as rookie legislature member Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse. The NDP revealed its voting results in…

Article content The Ontario Provincial Police are currently investigating the tragic discovery of a family of four found dead in their rural home in southwestern Ontario. The mother, father, and two young children were found at their residence in Harrow, sparking shock and sorrow in the community. Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy expressed the profound impact this loss has had on the tight-knit community, with many questions arising surrounding the circumstances of the family’s deaths. Support and services are being offered to those affected, and plans for a local vigil are underway. At this time, the identities of the deceased and…

Article content Discoveries of rifles, body armor, and ammunition in a modular home near the Coutts border blockade in Alberta were revealed by an RCMP officer during a trial on Friday. Const. Daniel Sauve detailed the findings, including two rifles inside a soft carrying case in a closet, along with various ammunition cans and shotgun shells throughout the home. During the trial, Sauve described the process of documenting and seizing evidence found by the searching members, leading to the arrests of Chris Carbert and Anthony Olienick on charges of conspiracy to commit murder of police officers. The search also uncovered…

Article content The British Columbia government has taken a groundbreaking step by filing a class-action lawsuit against manufacturers of PFAS chemicals, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” due to the widespread contamination of drinking-water systems. This lawsuit is the first of its kind in Canada, targeting 12 companies including 3M, DuPont, and BASF. Attorney General Niki Sharma emphasized the importance of holding these companies accountable for the environmental and health damages caused by their products. PFAS products, with their resilient carbon-fluorine bonds, are difficult to degrade and have been linked to health issues such as obesity, weakened immune systems, and cancer.…

Ontario Science Centre Closing Due to Roof Issues The Ontario Science Centre is unexpectedly closing today due to structural problems with the roof, discovered by engineers. This decision comes as part of the government’s plan to relocate the science centre to a new spot at Ontario Place, scheduled to open in 2028. Maintenance Issues Encountered Recent business case findings revealed that the current building requires $369 million in maintenance over the next two decades. An engineering report also highlighted that certain roof panels are at high risk of failing, necessitating immediate action. The estimated cost of replacing these panels ranges…

Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN News PMN Canada Author of the article: Published Jun 21, 2024 • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article content Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… End in sight for heat wave gripping Eastern Canada Relief is in sight for some residents of Eastern Canada as a heat wave is expected to break. Ontario, Quebec and parts of Atlantic Canada have been dealing with stifling heat, with Thursday bringing temperatures of…