Flagstaff Featured Business: KR Counselling and Psychotherapy
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Flagstaff Featured Business: KR Counselling and Psychotherapy

Krysta Rathwell founded KR Counseling and Psychotherapy in Forestburg, Alberta, to provide accessible mental health support to residents in her small community. With services for individuals, couples, and groups, she aims to remove barriers to therapy through flexible scheduling and virtual options, fostering a safe environment for healing and connection.
Will Calgary have to pay feds back after rolling back major housing initiative?
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Will Calgary have to pay feds back after rolling back major housing initiative?

Calgary's reversal of a blanket rezoning to facilitate low-rise housing threatens its $251 million federal Housing Accelerator Fund agreement. Critics argue this move undermines commitments to increase housing density and could lead to reduced future payments from the federal government. Ottawa faces challenges enforcing compliance among municipalities.
For refugees, ‘a small health fee’ has become a huge barrier
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For refugees, ‘a small health fee’ has become a huge barrier

Ottawa's new $4 co-payment for prescriptions under the Interim Federal Health Program is raising concerns among healthcare providers about access to necessary care for vulnerable refugees. Doctors warn that these fees could delay treatment, exacerbate health issues, and impose financial barriers, ultimately leading to increased long-term healthcare costs.
stolen science podcast
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Metis scholar launches podcast on overlooked Indigenous scientific contributions

Dr. Darrell Racine, a Manitoba Métis scholar and professor emeritus, hosts the podcast "Stolen Science," which highlights Indigenous contributions to Western European science from 1670 to 1870. Aimed at Indigenous youth and academics, it challenges mainstream narratives and addresses misconceptions about Indigenous rights and historical science involvement.
Energy analyst expects gas prices to keep rising
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Energy analyst expects gas prices to keep rising

In Alberta, drivers face rising gas prices, averaging $1.87 per liter, influenced by global oil supply issues and significant refinery problems in the U.S. Prime Minister Carney has temporarily suspended fuel taxes to alleviate costs, while Alberta's government is reviewing its provincial gas tax policy. Future prices remain uncertain amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.