Sunday, June 15, 2025, 10:20 pm permalink
Buzz Hargrove, a revered leader who rose from the shop floor to head the Canadian Auto Workers, has passed away at 81. His legacy in championing labour rights leaves a significant void in Canada's union movement, prompting widespread recognition and heartfelt tributes from colleagues and union members.
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Calgary graduate earns history degree — 50 years after his last one / Global
Friday, June 13, 2025, 5:21 pm permalink
A 76-year-old Calgary resident has achieved his academic dream by earning a history degree—a milestone reached after a 50-year gap in education. With plans to resume studies this fall, his achievement stands as an inspiring testament to lifelong learning and unwavering determination across generations.
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Friday, June 13, 2025, 1:22 pm permalink
Canada’s widely recognized Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Theresa Tam, is set to leave her role when her term concludes on June 20. Her departure, following years at the forefront of the COVID-19 crisis, marks the end of an era and invites reflection on her often headline-making leadership during turbulent public health challenges.
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Brian Wilson, Beach Boys fragile but visionary leader, dead at 82 / National Post
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 4:22 pm permalink
The music world is left to mourn as Brian Wilson, the legendary creative force behind the Beach Boys, dies at 82. Renowned for his innovative songwriting and enduring influence on pop music, his passing marks the bittersweet end of an era, leaving fans and fellow musicians both nostalgic and wryly amused at the loss of a true rock icon.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 2:22 pm permalink
Legendary Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson, famed for his groundbreaking harmonies and timeless hits, has passed away at 82. His death leaves an irreplaceable void in the music world as tributes continue to pour in from fans and fellow musicians celebrating his creative genius and enduring legacy.
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NB Power offered retirement packages to employees who were already leaving: audit / Global
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 2:24 pm permalink
An audit has exposed that NB Power’s retirement package initiative failed to generate the expected savings by awarding exit incentives to employees already planning to leave. This misstep has raised questions about the corporation’s human resource strategy and financial oversight.
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Thursday, June 5, 2025, 8:21 pm permalink
Canadian media outlets honor the legacy of Marc Garneau, the nation’s first astronaut, reflecting on his pioneering journey into space and his dedicated public service. The tributes emphasize his trailblazing achievements and the deep national pride he continues to inspire, serving as a reminder of his formidable impact on Canada's scientific and public life.
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French Scientist Baulieu, Abortion Pill Pioneer, Dies at 98
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 3:20 pm permalink
French scientist Etienne-Emile Baulieu, renowned for his groundbreaking work developing the abortion pill, has died at 98 in Paris. His innovative research in steroid hormones forever changed reproductive medicine, earning both acclaim and controversy—a reminder that even transformative genius can sprawl into unanticipated debates.
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Emmy-winning Loretta Swit dies at 87, leaving a legacy
Friday, May 30, 2025, 6:21 pm permalink
Beloved for her iconic role as Major Houlihan on M*A*S*H, Emmy-winning actress Loretta Swit passed away at 87. Her transformative performance, which evolved from a mere caricature into a cultural touchstone, leaves fans mourning the end of an era with both admiration and a wry smile at how time turns legends into memories.
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B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke Announces 2026 Retirement
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 7:21 pm permalink
British Columbia’s longest-serving ombudsperson, Jay Chalke, has announced his planned retirement in 2026 after a decade of service. Known for his pivotal role in driving public oversight reforms, his departure marks the end of an influential era, leaving many to reflect on his noteworthy legacy.
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