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Miywasin Moment: A life of purpose
By JoLynn Parenteau on October 12th, 2022
“Learn the teachings of the Elders and your parents. Respect and be sure of yourself. Be a good person and find the strength and courage to help others less fortunate than you.” – Alvena Strasbourg (b.1921 Owl River, AB – d.2016), Metis Elder, author and Indigenous women’s advocate Michele David-Roll fondly remembers her Metis relatives. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Can we do anything about restless leg syndrome?
By Noorali Bharwani on October 11th, 2022
“Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common condition that is frequently unrecognized, misdiagnosed and poorly managed.” Restless leg syndrome: is it a real problem? – Paul E Cotter and Shaun T O’Keeffe Ther Clin Risk Manag. 2006 Dec; 2(4): 465-475. Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a neurologic disorder and is the most common movement disorder, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The shoulds
By Linda Hancock on October 8th, 2022
Over the years things have changed a great deal. I remember Christmases where our stockings had hard candy, an orange and some peanuts in shells. Sometimes our one or two gifts were second-hand but they were gifts and we gave thanks. Recently, I have been hearing many older people talk about how difficult it is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Dazzle your Thanksgiving guests with magic (science)
By Patty Rooks on October 8th, 2022
As I look outside today, fall is everywhere! The leaves are turning beautiful colours, the air was a bit crisp this morning as I actually had to grab a hoodie to put on. For me, this is one of my favourite seasons. Of course, you cannot forget about Thanksgiving this weekend! Here is a little ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Living in the Zone
By Xanthe Isbister on October 7th, 2022
A large portion of my role as the curator of exhibitions and collections at the Esplanade involves long-term relationship building with artists from across Canada. Our galleries feature exhibitions by local, regional, national and international artists, who spend years creating a body of work. A vital component to this process is the discourse between myself ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: We are not ready for AI
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on October 7th, 2022
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare at an astounding pace. Vantage Market Research, an American firm specializing in emerging markets, estimates the global AI market in health will climb from US$6.6 billion in 2021 to US$95.7 billion by 2028. That’s an astounding 46.1% compound annual growth. What’s does this mean for the healthcare consumer? Henry ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: The journey home
By JOLYNN PARENTEAU on October 5th, 2022
“The homeland affects you directly: it affects your body; it affects the collective mind and the collective heart and the collective spirit.” – Joy Harjo, first Native American U.S. Poet Laureate, Muscogee Nation How do we know when we’ve arrived where we belong? When we think about home, do we need four walls, a community, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance understood: Pumpkin seeds
By Steve Meldrum on October 1st, 2022
Do you carve a pumpkin each year for Halloween? It’s a bit early but this past weekend, I did with my youngest daughter. One of our favourite perks is roasting the seeds inside. Not everyone cares for pumpkin seeds but we look at them as a bonus and this year we had a lot of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Transition planning
By Linda Hancock on October 1st, 2022
On Saturday, my daughter and I attended a Wills and Estate planning seminar. She was shocked into awareness of all the preparation she would need to do in order to make it easier on her sons when she passes. Today, I have been working for hours to ensure that my affairs are all documented properly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: How is it used again when we recycle?
By Patty Rooks on October 1st, 2022
As I look at the pile of recycling to go to the depot, I begin to wonder, just how do they reuse these materials. I am sure that many of you have wondered the exact same thing! As I researched the process, it turns out, it can be quite a fun activity to do. Let’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: What’s new about the benefits of walking?
By DR. NOORALI BHARWANI on September 28th, 2022
“In order for man to succeed in life, God provided two means, education and physical activity. Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise can save it and preserve it.” – Plato, 400 B.C. Many studies have shown that higher-intensity exercise yields more favourable effects on ... Read More »
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