The Riff's monkey spent time in shops across Newfoundland. (Submitted by Debbie Pickett - image credit)The Riff's monkey spent time in shops across Newfoundland. The Riff's monkey spent time in shops across Newfoundland. (Submitted by Debbie Pickett)Did you know Riff's department stores were once all about monkey business? He said the monkey wasn't a bad neighbour — but he still wasn't a fan of the promotion.
CBC talent and critics are speaking their minds about the future of the public broadcaster as it contends with budget cuts and its president faces scrutiny for refusing to rule out bonuses for execs. The CBC logo is projected onto a screen in Toronto on May 29, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tijana Martin
This photo, taken on Dec. 27, 1942, shows the aftermath of a military train's collision with a passenger train at the station in Almonte, Ont. A train carrying soldiers to Halifax crashed into a passenger train at the station in Almonte, Ont. Thirty-eight people died in the collision and more than 150 people were injured, according to Jaime Bramburger, the author of "Sudden Impact – The Almonte Train Wreck of 1942." Bramburger says a metal train carrying troops on their way to Halifax crashed into the back of a passenger train with wooden coaches. Bramburger says the troop train crashed into the back of a passenger train with wooden coaches.
The city's community services committee has passed a motion directing staff to examine poverty reduction strategies for local artists. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press - image credit)Ottawa's community services committee passed a motion Tuesday directing staff to explore poverty reduction strategies for local artists and culture workers. Troster also highlighted other municipalities that have organizations that assist their local artists, like in Nashville, which is well-known for its music scene. Cassandra Olsthoorn, executive director of Arts Network Ottawa, says city funding can help stabilize artists' finances, allowing them to pursue private funding. Those buildings can be converted to housing, but not all of them are easily convertible and could instead be used by non-profit organizations or artists, Troster said.
Tracy, CA (95376)TodaySteady light rain this morning. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70%..TonightA shower or two around the area early, then partly cloudy overnight. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40%.
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As old timers at UNICEF and friends of UNICEF will recall, Mulroney was one of the first world leaders who was persuaded by UNICEF Executive Director Jim Grant to help convene the Summit for Children. Along with five other world leaders, Mulroney requested the UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar to convene the first-ever world summit at the United Nations on the subject of children. Nor was his name in the speakers’ list of world leaders that had been very carefully negotiated by diplomats on behalf of their leaders. As Co-Chair of the Summit, Brian Mulroney masterfully orchestrated Bush’s participation at the Summit. He addressed the world leaders, expressed the US government’s strong commitment to children and solidarity with other fellow world leaders, and departed right away.
Prime Minister Brian Mulroney is all smiles before signing the proposed free trade agreement between Canada and the United States on Jan. 2, 1988. Mulroney, who died this week at 84, is remembered for his ability to foster personal relationships and free trade work. 1988 election campaign centred on free tradeMulroney and Reagan signed the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement in January 1988. Blais argued the free trade deals Mulroney helped usher in paved the way to the creation of the World Trade Organization (WTO). "I would argue that the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement and NAFTA gutted the manufacturing sector in this country," she said..
In 1996 a group of enthusiastic naturalists and adventurers got together with the desire to share the beauty of the Upper Columbia Valley with other like-minded people. Over the following years, the festival expanded from a birding event to a true nature festival. For over 25 years, the beautiful Upper Columbia Valley has celebrated the return of the Spring migration, and the re-awakening of nature, with the Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival. Come and join us May 6 – 12, for the week-long nature festival. Come join like-minded lovers of nature and enjoy the wonders of the Upper Columbia Valley.
Memories of Mulroney: Anecdotes and Reminiscences | In In Policy Special | By By The EditorsBrian Mulroney at his Montreal home with painting of Parliament Hill by Shirley Van Dusen/Photo by Gray MacDonaldIn the wake of Brian Mulroney’s passing on February 29th, we’ve the Policy community to share favourite memories of the former prime minister. Late one afternoon someone came to tell me Brian Mulroney was on the phone and wanted to talk to me. As First Secretary at our embassy, I was charged with managing the visit of Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and his delegation, including foreign minister Joe Clark. Somehow, the message had not gone through, so the Prime Minister and Minister Clark showed up in tuxedos. !” I apologized to the Prime MInister for the obvious protocolary faux pas.
Newfoundland marine biologist and first-time author Holly Hogan has landed on the three-book short list for the 2023 BMO Winterset Award, and faces some stiff competition — including from her husband. Buy on mcnallyrobinson.comHer husband, novelist and poet Michael Crummey, made the BMO Winterset short list for his latest work of fiction, The Adversary; the third finalist is William Ping for his novel Hollow Bamboo. The winner will be announced on March 14 and will receive a prize of $12,500; the shortlisted authors each get $3,000. ● ● ●The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will host the 2024 Kobzar Book Award ceremony on March 21, with the winning author receiving the $25,000 prize. Beyond bragging rights, the winning book often sees a significant sales boost.
Items used on the show are up for auction until the end of March. 1 / 1 The crew of Heartland films a scene during season 10 featuring lead actress Amber Marshall, left. Items used on the show are up for auction until the end of March. AdvertisementFans of Heartland have a chance to take home items worn on screen by Amber Marshall and other stars of the long-running TV series. The items are available for bidding during a Heartland Fan Appreciation Auction held in collaboration with Hall’s Auction Services Ltd.
Early risers can soon enjoy classical music when the Vernon Performing Arts Centre launches its new 2013/14 Morning Melodies series. Early risers can soon enjoy classical music when the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Society launches its new 2013/14 Morning Melodies series. The series of intimate classical music concerts take place on select Tuesday mornings throughout the year in the centre’s Marie Fleming Hall. Barnes is known for his engaging, imaginative interpretations and commanding stage presence, and is sure to provide a stunning and diverse morning of music, said Kennedy. Subscriptions and single tickets for the Morning Melodies series are now available at the Ticket Seller box office.
Former prime minister Brian Mulroney speaks during the Atlantic Economic Forum at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, N.S., in 2023. Andy Hakin is president of St. Francis Xavier University. Andrew Hakin is the president of St. Francis Xavier University. Story continuesFormer St. Francis Xavier University president Sean Riley's 2011 employment contract allowed him to collect $1.2 million for administrative leave he did not take. Sean Riley was St. Francis Xavier University president for 18 years from 1996 until his retirement in 2014.
Then in 2023 she discovered Isaruit Inuit Arts at Ottawa’s former Rideau High School building. “But [Inuit culture] isn’t really just about that, it’s about being part of a whole community. The Ottawa Inuit community, the largest in Canada outside of the North, is estimated by several community groups to be between 3,700 and 6,000. There are four recognized Inuit regions in northern Canada, but Inuit in Ottawa are not recognized as an Inuit community in the policies, she said. He says he wants other Inuit in Ottawa to know Isaruit is place they’re always welcome.
