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Pioneers in Pharmacy: The Unsung Heroes of Canada's Black Pharmacists

June 21, 2025

The tale of Black pharmacists in Canada is one of tenacity and commitment. It is a story that is deeply woven into the fabric of the pharmacy profession's history. This narrative underscores the value of embracing diversity and fostering inclusion within the field. The journey began with the first

environment

Canada's Blazing Start: 2025's Wildfire Season Kicks Off with a Bang

June 11, 2025

First, let us look at the facts. Canada's wildfire season is off to a fiery start in 2025. The numbers are in, and they're not pretty. The satellite data is clear: this year's wildfire season is shaping up to be one of the worst in recent history. Twice a day, a NASA satellite sends images back t

environment

Smoky Skies Over the Bay Area: Canada's Wildfires Strike Again

June 3, 2025

The Bay Area has been dealing with a lot lately. First, it was a heat wave that made the air quality terrible. By Sunday, the heat wave was over, but the air quality didn't improve much. The reason? Wildfires in Canada. A meteorologist from the National Weather Service explained that a low-pressure

environment

Flin Flon Faces Fire Fury: A City on the Move

May 31, 2025

The small city of Flin Flon in Manitoba, Canada, is practically empty. Everyone has had to leave. The reason? Wildfires are sweeping through the region. The premier of Manitoba, Wab Kinew, gave an update on the situation. He mentioned that even the mayor, city council members, and healthcare wor

weather

Smoke from Canada's Wildfires: A Breathing Challenge for the Midwest

May 30, 2025

The Midwest is currently facing a significant air quality issue due to wildfires raging in Canada. These fires, primarily in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, are sending thick smoke southward, affecting millions of people. The upper Midwest, being the closest to these fires, is experiencing the brunt of t

entertainment

The Unlikely Rise and Fall of Winnipeg's Notorious Sportscaster

May 13, 2025

A former Winnipeg sportscaster, who later became a convicted bank robber, is the focus of a new true crime documentary. This is not your typical crime story. The documentary, titled "The Sexiest Man in Winnipeg, " is available on Prime Video. It follows the life of Steve Vogelsang, who was once a be

health

Dairy Cows and Bird Flu: New Virus Variant

February 7, 2025

Health officials in the U. S. have discovered a new strain of bird flu in Nevada dairy farms. Experts now think the virus might have spread between wild birds and cattle more often than previously believed. This new strain of the H5N1 virus, known as D1. 1, was picked up in a milk sample from the s

politics

Canada's Premiers Face Off Over Trump's Tariff Threats

January 15, 2025

As the clock ticks down to Donald Trump's inauguration, Canada's provincial leaders are at a loss over how to handle the president-elect's tariff threats. They're scrambling to protect their economies, but they don't agree on the best way to do it. Alberta's premier, Danielle Smith, met with Trump a

health

How Well Do Saskatchewan Dietitians Support Muslim Fasters?

January 2, 2025

A recent study in Saskatchewan aimed to explore how well-versed dietitians are in supporting Muslims who fast during Ramadan. The survey, conducted online from January 31 to February 22, 2022, shed light on their knowledge, comfort levels, and access to resources. Most dietitians (90%) understood t

sports

Michael Jordan's Scoring Milestone and Other Sports History Moments

December 1, 2024

In 1996, basketball legend Michael Jordan joined an elite group in the NBA by scoring his 25, 000th point. He achieved this feat in just 782 games, second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 691 games. The Bulls celebrated with a win against the San Antonio Spurs, 97-88. Jordan's contribution was significant