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95-year-old Ontario skier still enjoying the slopes with family
Doris Pierson, 95, skis at Sir Sam's near Eagle Lake in Haliburton with four generations of her family; she first skied more than 80 years ago and has also taught at Whistler.
Drop in property and persons crimes in Vauxhall in New Year
Vauxhall RCMP reported seven calls for service in January 2026 and fewer property and persons crimes compared with January 2025, while patrols and ticketing activity increased.
Renewed Hope is setting up a new community hub in Downtown Bolton
Renewed Hope has found premises at 55 Queen Street North in Bolton and is setting up a new community-focused hub after previously operating Mobile Mercy Units and seasonal drives in Caledon.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 71-80Severn quarry operator recognized with community relations award
The Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association named its 2025 Community Relations Award winners, and Walker Aggregates & Construction had seven sites — including Severn Quarry — among the recognized operations.
Matrescence: Campaign asks dictionaries to add the word
Peanut and Tommee Tippee launched a campaign, beginning with a New York Times ad and a public petition, urging dictionary publishers to recognize the term "matrescence"; they say many mothers lack language for the transition into motherhood.
Telus Kelowna Cup raises $20,000 for adaptive skiing
The 10th annual Telus Kelowna Cup at Big White Ski Resort raised just over $20,000 for the Powderhounds Adaptive Snowsports program operated by People in Motion.
Plant-powered cough syrup from Camellia Sinensis seeks to soothe winter coughs
The Camellia Sinensis Breathe easy respiratory syrup is a plant-based product made in partnership with Quebec-based Herboristerie La Maria that uses certified organic herbs. It is available now in 100ml bottles priced at $25.
Ottawa Heart Institute marks 50 years of stepping outside the box
The Ottawa Heart Institute is marking its 50th anniversary and is noted as one of Canada's few independent heart institutes; its independent status was codified by the 1999 University of Ottawa Heart Institute Act.
BlueSky Energy Hawaii releases resilience framework for solar and battery adoption on Hawaii Island
BlueSky Energy Hawaii released an energy security and resilience framework addressing solar and battery adoption across Hawaii Island. The document compiles installation observations and planning considerations for electricity continuity, grid variability, and on-site generation.
Elkhorn holds watch party to cheer on Travis Sanheim in Olympic final
The small community of Elkhorn, Manitoba is organizing a morning watch party at the local rink to cheer hometown player Travis Sanheim as Canada faces the United States in the Olympic men's hockey final; organizers expect a sizable local turnout and will screen the game on a projector while serving breakfast.
Canada welcomes U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump-era tariffs.
The Canadian government welcomed a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down the legal basis for certain tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA); the ruling does not affect U.S. levies on steel, aluminum and autos, and the U.S. president said he would pursue other tariff measures.
Katzie First Nation elects council.
Three councillors were elected on Feb. 17 and Grace George was acclaimed as chief; the new chief and council will begin a two-year term on April 1, 2026.
BCICF Christmas Cheer Fund gives nearly $30,000 to three Kamloops charities.
Three Kamloops charities received nearly $30,000 from the BCICF Christmas Cheer Fund; the money will support newcomer children's summer programs, a replacement smart board at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism, and travel costs for women and children leaving violent situations.