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Collector’s Corner: Canadian dollars have changed three times
By RON SCHMIDT on January 28th, 2023
This month I would like to talk about $1 coins. The first dollar made in Canada was in 1935, and along with the 1936 were the only $2 coins under the rule of King George V. When King George VI came into power they only made coins for a few more years, from 1936-39. No ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Extracting fruit DNA!
By PATTY ROOKS on January 28th, 2023
I can hardly believe it’s that time of year – Operation Minerva time! Operation Minerva is a long-standing tradition and one of the first programs to ever be hosted by Praxis. It is a one day conference for girls in Grade 9 f rom southeastern Alberta. We are hoping that by showcasing local women in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Magic mushrooms are moving mainstream
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on January 27th, 2023
You may have preconceived ideas that magic mushrooms are the party drugs of days past. However, in Canada and other countries, regulations are starting to ease on these prohibited psychedelics. The impetus stems from clinical trials showing remarkable results in treating post-traumatic stress disorder and treatment-resistant depression. The question begs, when should you plan for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Wellness Matters: Kindness costs nothing, give it a try
By EMILY NEIGUM-WITZKE on January 27th, 2023
Today marks National Compliment Day, it costs nothing to be kind. A compliment is a way to instantly brighten another’s mood, experience of a situation, and flip a day around. Offering a compliment can de-escalate others when tensions are heightened. Offering a small dose of sunshine can take away the rain clouds. Let’s discuss what ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: The Seven Sacred Teachings: Honesty – The Sabe
By JoLynn Parenteau on January 25th, 2023
“It does not require many words to speak the truth.” – Chief Joseph, Thunder Rolling Down The Mountain, Nez Perce tribe, b. March 3, 1840 – d. Sept. 21, 1904 It is said that many thousands of years ago, the first Peoples of Turtle Island (Native North America) were given a gift from the Creator: ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Financial Focus: New Year’s financial resolutions you can keep
By Craig Elder on January 21st, 2023
A new year usually brings New Year’s resolutions and most of us keep them only in the short term. When it comes to personal finances the same thing usually occurs. Most resolutions are hard to keep because they are unrealistic or hard to do. So how do you ensure that you keep them? Make them ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Jesus healed them all
By Roland Weisbrot on January 21st, 2023
When I was a teenager, the church my family had attended for three generations went through a very large financial scandal. Without getting too specific, substantial amounts of money which was faithfully tithed was mismanaged and lost, and then a coverup was attempted and failed. When the news broke, it caused great harm to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts:
By Patty Rooks on January 21st, 2023
It is time to get a little messy! Chemistry experiments are always fun to do as they often involve a colour change. Do not be afraid, this experiment is a bit longer, but trust me, well worth the effort. Not to mention, I absolutely love that we can find the materials right in our pantry ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Edema a common problem often ignored
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on January 20th, 2023
What is one of the most common health problems that develops in people as they age, and also one of the least discussed? The answer is chronic swelling of the legs. At best, it’s a natural consequence of aging. But also known as peripheral edema, there can be medical, nutritional, or lifestyle causes and serious ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Early diagnosis saves life in flesh-eating disease
By DR. NOORALI BHARWANI on January 17th, 2023
Recently, an Edmonton lady was diagnosed with flesh-eating disease while on a holiday in Mexico. Media reports say the lady underwent three surgeries to remove the dead tissues secondary to the infection. The good news is she survived and is now back in Canada. Medically speaking, this condition is known as necrotizing fasciitis. It is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Molten lava
By PATTY ROOKS on January 14th, 2023
This week, I have a fun experiment that will make you wonder if you are really learning about science. When I do this activity, I often think it looks like hot molten lava…and trust me; it is probably as hot as lava. It is a great activity to get the entire family involved on a ... Read More »
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