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Jose Berríos appears to move past last spring's arm doubt in Blue Jays start
Manager John Schneider said Berríos battled physical issues last year but the team and pitching coach monitored his condition, and they reported feeling comfortable with him throwing in his first Blue Jays start.
Metchosin welcomes veteran firefighter Dan Verdun as new fire chief
The District of Metchosin has appointed Dan Verdun as its new fire chief; he brings more than 30 years of municipal fire and emergency services experience and is expected to start on March 2.
Iqaluit Housing Authority employees ratify new contract
Employees at the Iqaluit Housing Authority ratified a collective agreement on Feb. 23 that raises wages, increases allowances and expands vacation and leave entitlements; the agreement runs until June 30, 2028.
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Showing: 351-360Powwow dancing workshop in Hope draws 84 people
Eighty-four people attended a Fraser‑Cascade Cultural Nights powwow dancing workshop at Shxwelís te Ts'qó:ls — Spirit of Hope Secondary School on Jan. 28, where participants learned about drumming circles and powwow dance styles and the evening included dinner and door prizes.
Mont St. Joseph Foundation holds annual Monty Funspiel curling fundraiser
The Monty Funspiel returns to the Prince Albert Golf and Curling Club with a sold-out field of 30 teams; proceeds will support rebuilding the home's dining area and an online auction runs Thursday to Sunday.
Farah Heron on romance and representation ahead of Burlington library talk
Author Farah Heron will speak at the Burlington Public Library on Feb. 10 about the romance genre and her novel Just Playing House; she discussed balancing humour and emotional depth and centring South Asian characters.
Nipissing U part-time teaching faculty avoid Monday strike.
Part-time teaching faculty at Nipissing University reached a tentative agreement late Friday, averting a planned Monday strike; the deal will be presented to CASBU members for a ratification vote.
Exceptional local police heroes to be recognized in Ontario
The Police Association of Ontario has opened nominations for its 11th annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards, accepting entries from Feb. 2 to March 6, 2026, across five award categories; winners will be announced at the association's May 28 awards ceremony in Windsor.
Alumni Q&A: Strengthening communities through care
TRU alumnus Shaminder Parmar (MBA '25) was named one of Edmonton’s 2025 Top 40 under 40 and serves as a senior urban planner with Edmonton Public Schools while chairing a committee that coordinates the city's public planning bodies.
Photo contest highlights growth of World Wetlands Day at Cooper Marsh
A photo contest and a program of interactive activities marked World Wetlands Day at Cooper Marsh, ending with the announcement of contest winners. The mayor spoke about the role of marshes in slowing water and shared a personal anecdote.
New doctor hired in North Shore township
The J.E. Stokes Medical Centre in Schreiber has hired Dr. Helina Janpanah as a second physician, filling a vacancy and restoring the clinic's funded complement of two full-time doctors. Some administrative work remains before she can start rostering patients, and the centre will announce her schedule and booking details when available.
Victoria radio station renews naming rights for Colwood arena
The Q 100.3 FM has secured naming rights for The Q Centre Arena in Colwood for the next 10 years, extending a partnership that first began in 2014. The arena, which seats 2,781 and hosts the Victoria Grizzlies and Victoria Shamrocks, will continue to serve community sports and events.
Canadian Ski Patrol thanks community for new toboggan caches
Local Canadian Ski Patrol volunteers thanked community members for donations that helped build toboggan caches at Adanac and Lively Ski Hills. The caches provide weather-protected storage for rescue toboggans at the top of each hill.