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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.
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Showing: 131-140Women's Memorial March marks 35th year with ministers' statement of support
On Feb. 14, 2026, Ministers Rebecca Alty, Mandy Gull‑Masty, Rebecca Chartrand and Rechie Valdez issued a joint statement supporting the 35th Annual Women's Memorial March and reported the Red Dress Alert pilot engagement has concluded with a final report alongside ongoing federal work on the Federal Pathway and National Action Plan addressing missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people.
Sky Stories brings 17th-century stargazing and navigation to life.
Sky Stories is a new winter program at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons that presents 17th-century uses of the night sky from Jesuit and Wendat perspectives; tours run Friday to Sunday and tickets cost $8.85 and must be booked in advance.
Fred Hahn to step down as president of CUPE Ontario in May
Fred Hahn announced he will not re-offer his name as president of CUPE Ontario at the union's provincial convention in May after serving as an officer for the past 20 years.
ROAR hosts jazz concert to raise funds for LGBTQ refugees in Nanaimo.
ROAR Team 8 will present Radical Acceptance, a jazz concert at Brechin United Church on Feb. 21 to raise money for sponsoring LGBTQ refugees.
Hockey and health: former NHLers visit Lac La Ronge communities
Former NHL players Bryan Trottier and Rich Pilon visited Lac La Ronge Indian Band communities Feb. 5–8 to promote healthy living and mental health, bringing a Stanley Cup replica and sharing personal stories.
Snowbank proposal in Sault Ste. Marie ends with couple engaged
Tery Carriere painted a marriage proposal on a snowbank outside a Petro‑Canada on Great Northern Road and Karl Wannamaker later proposed beside the same spot; the couple announced their engagement and have not set a wedding date.
Seniors compete in their own Olympic-style games in Waterloo
Residents from eight Schlegel Villages across southwestern Ontario took part in an Olympic-style competition in Waterloo, organized to encourage physical activity; CBC K-W covered the event with a 4:22 report.
Manitoba's founder honoured during Louis Riel Day celebrations
Louis Riel Day events are taking place across Westman, with Manitoba Métis Federation locals hosting cultural activities, meals and youth fundraising; the Brandon Wheat Kings will wear special jerseys to support Métis youth.
Red Gala returns for second year to support Salmon Arm cardiac rehabilitation program
The Red Gala returns on Feb. 21 as a fundraiser run by the Shuswap Cardiac Society to support a local cardiac rehabilitation program; last year's event raised $26,564, exceeding a $25,000 goal.
Beauty Day at Our Place offers free Valentine's Day pampering.
Volunteers from Natural Hair Salon and students from Summit Salon Academy Victoria provided free haircuts, makeup and manicures to dozens of female-identifying clients at Our Place Society on Valentine's Day.