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Single-use plastic straw. Image from Wikimedia Commons.

Federal Court strikes down plastics classification

Jon TupperNov 16, 2023

Single-use plastic straw. Image from Wikimedia Commons. It might be the last straw for the federal government’s prohibition of single-use plastics. On Thursday, a federal judge struck down the government’s categorization of plastic items as “toxic”, saying it was both irrational and unconstitutional. According to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, the federal government is only authorized to enforce environmental regulations on substances explicitly designated as toxic. A federal judge concluded…

Wood Buffalo RCMP recruitment poster. Image supplied by Wood Buffalo RCMP

RCMP hosting career information night in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo

Jon TupperNov 16, 20231 min read

Wood Buffalo RCMP recruitment poster. Image supplied by Wood Buffalo RCMP If you’ve ever thought about a career in law enforcement, the RCMP would like to meet you. The Wood Buffalo detachment is hosting a career night at Keyano College…

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Last chance at tickets for RCMP Regimental Ball

Jon TupperNov 16, 20231 min read

An officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police standing guard on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario. Image from Wiki Media Commons. Friday, November 17th is your last opportunity to purchase tickets for the RCMP Regimental Ball. The event will take…

RMWB to kick off holiday season December 2nd

RMWB to kick off holiday season December 2nd

Jon TupperNov 16, 20231 min read

Santa Claus Parade, December 2 The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is inviting you to join in the celebration of this year’s holiday season at their Starry Night party and the Santa Claus Parade on December 2nd. The Municipal Council’s…

Preston Manning. Image from Manning Centre c/o: Jake Wright - Flickr

Panel issues report on Alberta’s COVID-19 response

Jon TupperNov 16, 20232 min read

Preston Manning. Image from Manning Centre c/o: Jake Wright – Flickr A panel examining Alberta’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic is out with its final report. The Emergency Review Panel was convened by Premier Danielle Smith to review legislation and…

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