'I'm not satisfied': Sask. Premier Brad Wall remarks on oil spill

By CTV News Staff, July 27, 2016  Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall says although Husky Energy appears to be doing what it can to clean up an oil spill that has affected drinking water in some communities, he is ‘not satisfied’ with the situation. Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Wall commented on the government and emergency… Continue reading 'I'm not satisfied': Sask. Premier Brad Wall remarks on oil spill

What a real estate crash could mean for Canadians

By Tania Kohut, Global News, July 28, 2016  A collapse of Canada’s housing market could have far-reaching ripple effects. The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) latest report warns of “problematic conditions” in the country’s largest housing markets. Overall, there is “strong evidence of overvaluation across Canada,” the report states, with Canada’s hottest housing markets leading the… Continue reading What a real estate crash could mean for Canadians

Alberta would rank 4th in global quality of life index, Nunavut 46th

By Andy Blatchford, The Canadian Press, July 28, 2016  Analysis finds Canada’s top-10 ranking globally is beset by internal disparity between regions Canada sits on an enviable top-10 perch when it comes to quality of life around the world, but a new analysis points to significant disparity among its provinces and territories. Albertans, for example,… Continue reading Alberta would rank 4th in global quality of life index, Nunavut 46th

Family refuses to part with keepsake: A 5,000-lb rock

By Megan Lacelle, Medicine Hat News,  July 26, 2016  It’s not uncommon for homeowners around Medicine Hat to decorate their front yards, but for the Hoffarts, decorative stonework has a whole new meaning. When the Hoffart family decided to make the move from Burstall, Sask. to their new home in Medicine Hat, they knew they had… Continue reading Family refuses to part with keepsake: A 5,000-lb rock

Sudbury cyclist resumes cross country trek with replacement bike in Regina

By CBC News, July 27, 2016  Cyclist will leave Regina with a new bike and positive thoughts about the city It’s not often that people cycle from one end of the country to another, but that’s exactly what Peter Ledingham decided to do with a bike his father bought him 24 years ago. Ledingham, who is… Continue reading Sudbury cyclist resumes cross country trek with replacement bike in Regina

HOW TO CREATE SHAFTS OF LIGHT IN-CAMERA IN YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEO

By John Aldred, DIYPhotography.net, July 22, 2016  Creating Shafts of Light Adding shafts of light to your photos in post is pretty common, but doing it in camera is even easier. All it takes is a little know how and maybe a smoke machine. In this video from The Slanted Lens, Jay P. Morgan walks… Continue reading HOW TO CREATE SHAFTS OF LIGHT IN-CAMERA IN YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEO

Sonshine Kennels: A Touch of Thanks

This week has been one that has reminded us all of the value of family and friendship-Close friends experienced a serious accident that could have ended horribly but actually she is on the mend already.  A customer shared one of her kids was in an accident also, but came out basically unscathed.  Without family and… Continue reading Sonshine Kennels: A Touch of Thanks

Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts: Friendship Day Flowers

Make Friends Smile with Unexpected Flowers Friendship Day is Sunday, August 7th! Friendship and flowers go hand in hand, so make their day with a festive bouquet! Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts has the perfect bouquet to compliment your special friendship from modern bouquets, plants and thank you flowers or for Make Someone Smile Week… Continue reading Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts: Friendship Day Flowers

Movie Review: Lights Out

In Theaters – Lights Out Rating: PG-13 (for terror throughout, violence including disturbing images, some thematic material and brief drug content) User Ratings: 12,915 Average Rating: 6.4/10 Want to See: 73% Tomatometer: 76% Critics Consensus: Lights Outmakes skillful use of sturdy genre tropes — and some terrific performances — for an unsettling, fright-filled experience that delivers superior chills… Continue reading Movie Review: Lights Out