Calgary bus fire kills girl as parents blame welfare
In Calgary a mini bus fire that killed eight year old Niki sparked blame from her parents toward Alberta Social Services. They claim lack of motel support forced the family to sleep in the bus while travelling from Oshawa to Vancouver.
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Collenette defends contracts amid Greek community tension
Ottawa defense minister David Collenette defended four contracts totaling about 100000 with a former election volunteer to aid Greek community relations after veterans benefits were suspended. Critics in Toronto call the payments a mistake and question Karabekos qualifications.
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Ontario tormented by twisters and torrents
Severe storms ripped through southwestern Ontario Monday night with tornado like winds in St. Catharines and along Highway 20. Police reported two distinct damage paths and roofs ripped from tractor trailers. In Timmins, the Mattagami River rose, prompting evacuations as floodwaters receded slightly.
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Environment Canada
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Niagara
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Brian Tees
Regional Conservation Authority
Palliser Health Authority hires two physiotherapists for hospital
Health authority president Tom Seaman says two new physiotherapist positions at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital will reduce a long waiting list of about 30 acutely ill patients. Private clinics question funding diverted from private providers while some patients still receive hospital therapy after major surgeries.
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Jane Malmberg
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Linda Iwasiw
Iwasin
Chris Udal
Physiotherapy West
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CSIS warns of rogue nations weapon threat to Canada
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service reports rising danger from weapons of mass destruction spread to unstable regions. It cites risks to Canadian peacekeeping and future intercontinental ballistic missile threats. Regions of concern include the Middle East and Asian subcontinent. Ted Flanigan notes post Cold War regional conflicts may escalate.
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Three Legs Are Better Than None Wins Frog Jump Crown
Brian Cummings’ three legged frog TLABTN captured the $750 top prize at the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee in Angels Camp. The 20 feet 11 inch leap topped 50 finalists, with the frog likely losing a front leg to a predator.
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