Killam Emergency Department CLOSED until Monday
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Killam Emergency Department CLOSED until Monday

Covenant Health announces the temporary closure of Killam Health Centre Emergency Department from October 30, 2025, at noon until November 3, 2025, at 8 AM due to physician shortages. Patients with emergencies should call 911, while non-emergency inquiries can be directed to Health Link at 811. Alternative facilities are available nearby.
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Listen up Feds: journalism needs support (now)

Paul Deegan, president of News Media Canada, urges the government and Canada Post to rethink their recent decisions impacting community newspapers. Highlighting Canada Post's financial struggles and its critical role in distributing local news, he criticizes changes that threaten revenue sources such as flyer inserts and calls for fairer advertising practices.
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News Media Canada’s response on governing AI

Digital technologies, especially AI, increasingly shape communication and society. The Canadian government seeks public input on managing AI, emphasizing trust and accountability. News Media Canada advocates for protecting intellectual property and fair compensation to support the news industry. A balanced regulatory framework is essential for ethical AI use and maintaining a robust media ecosystem.
Back in session: Alberta teachers ordered back to work for Wednesday
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Back in session: Alberta teachers ordered back to work for Wednesday

Calgary students will return to school after a 17-day strike, with the Alberta government enforcing the Back to School Act. This bill concludes negotiations with the Alberta Teachers’ Association, granting salary increases and new teacher hires but banning future local bargaining. Critics, including the opposition, condemn the government's approach as undemocratic.
Canadian News Publishers Call on Carney, Feds to Adopt ‘Buy Canadian’ Policy
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Canadian News Publishers Call on Carney, Feds to Adopt ‘Buy Canadian’ Policy

A coalition of Canadian news media organizations urges the federal government to allocate at least 25 percent of its advertising budget to support local journalism. They argue this approach enhances community trust, fosters local media, and counters misinformation, while ensuring taxpayer dollars benefit Canadian communities rather than foreign tech companies.
ALERT: Canada Post union back on strike – mail delivery nationwide once again at standstill
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ALERT: Canada Post union back on strike – mail delivery nationwide once again at standstill

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) initiated a nationwide strike in response to the federal government's decision to permit Canada Post to reduce home delivery and close rural post offices. This strike disrupts mail services and follows significant financial losses at Canada Post, prompting reforms deemed necessary by the government.