RONA Announces Results for Second Quarter 2008 Aug 12, 2008
This year's second quarter is two working days longer than in 2007, since the Easter weekend (representing one statutory holiday) occurred this year in the first quarter, while Canada Day (representing a second statutory holiday) will be reflected in the third quarter. Both these holidays had occurred in the second quarter of 2007. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Lightning strikes: a Canadian race team at work Aug 8, 2008
McConnell remembers hearing a story on the television about some of the "big boys" from NASCAR coming up to Cayuga to race in that year's Canada Day Shootout. "Boy, it would be nice to rub paint with those boys one day," he shouted to nobody in particular. (Globe and Mail)
The man behind Corn Cob Bob takes over PM's communications Aug 4, 2008
And Corn Cob Bob delivered, attracting international headlines when he was banned from appearing at Ottawa's 2005 Canada Day celebrations at the request of Shell Canada, one of the event's main sponsors. He even appeared on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, where he was shot in a mock execution and bled popcorn, garnering the sort of positive publicity that politicos can only dream of. (Globe and Mail)
Cops ready to nab liquor on BC Day Aug 3, 2008
Police will repeat Canada Day-style searches, despite formal complaint ... The association received a citizen complaint about Victoria police searches after Canada Day festivities. (Canada.com)
BC groups to boycott 'broken' police complaints system Aug 2, 2008
"The disgruntled groups plan to help people file suit against police in small-claims court. The Pivot Legal Society has published a booklet on the small-claims process and plans to hold a series of clinics to provide more help, society lawyer Douglas King said."We just don't think it's worth our energy and time to be ushering through a system that just consistently lets everyone down," he said.The boycott is limited to "public trust" complaints of police misconduct or use of excessive force. The... (Canada.com)
Operators offer gas discounts to attract tourists Jul 20, 2008
We saw a definite downfall of travel in a big downturn during the long weekends for Canada Day and the Fourth of July, she said. Marriott hotels are to offer free gas to guess as an incentive to stay with the hotel during this period of high gas prices. (Globe and Mail -- National)
No compensation for businesses, Hydro chief says Jul 18, 2008
First the traffic chaos on Canada Day. Now traffic and computer server problems due to a power outage. (Canada.com)
Athletes get a taste of Beijing Jul 15, 2008
"I saved the decals from Canada Day, and was thinking of using them in 2010, but decided to put them on for this occasion.". MacPherson, who works as a cook, said she has registered to work as a volunteer for the 2010 Games. (Vancouver Sun)
The ethics of witnessing suicides Jul 15, 2008
I first read about Mr. Ogden the day after Canada Day ... To drive by in your car on your way to the Canada Day barbecue would be the same as standing at the rail and watching. (Globe and Mail)
Newfoundland says Ottawa must do more to defend seal hunt Jul 13, 2008
Demonstrators from animal welfare organization Gaia are dressed up as seals during a protest against baby seals hunts on Canada Day in Brussels. (AFP/Getty Images). (Globe and Mail -- National)
Fretting the details Jul 8, 2008
The collection ranging from a 1928 model to the latest prototypes arrived in Savannah on Canada Day. I'm] glad they are going to a new home where they will be displayed and ogled over, as the collection has many one-of-a-kinds, Bachman wrote in an e-mail from Philadelphia during his current tour. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Living with the pain of the new economy Jul 8, 2008
On Canada Day, Mayor Dennis Staples came home from the downtown festivities, turned on the evening news and was told Stanley Tools was leaving town and taking 175 jobs with it. This was better than last year, when the mayor had to do a Google search to confirm a rumour that the Hershey chocolate plant was closing, meaning more than 500 would be out of work. (Globe and Mail -- National)
The Green Party has their thunder stolen Jul 7, 2008
I was in the Pride parade in Toronto, then in Pictou County riding a bicycle in Canada Day celebrations, and now flipping pancakes here. And this is a job. (Globe and Mail)
Improving competitiveness Jul 7, 2008
We are less than a week removed from Canada Day celebrations and the feel-good national dialogue that went along with them. But already, the issue of competitiveness has resurfaced in the minds of many Canadians. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Bait and shift Jul 7, 2008
Its carbon taxes kicked in on Canada Day, uncluttered with the redistributive paraphernalia proposed elsewhere. B.C.'s policy has compensatory measures that mainly offset the carbon taxes borne by various households, although it, too, does not provide full relief for the highest earners. (Globe and Mail)
* World News Quick Take Jul 6, 2008
The e-mailed invitation to a Canada Day party on Friday showed Samuel de Champlain, the French explorer who founded Quebec City on July 3, 1608, holding a plate of poutine. This story has been viewed 256 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Ex-top soldier recruited to join law firm's ranks Jul 6, 2008
Hot: July 4 in Ottawa and Canada Day in London, England ... Meanwhile, a ball-hockey tournament was played in London's Trafalgar Square on Tuesday to celebrate Canada Day. (Globe and Mail)
Morgentaler honour launched in church Jul 5, 2008
Amid Canada Day celebrations, Dr. Morgentaler, 85, was named a member to the Order of Canada. Anti-abortionists say the honour has been debased and the appointment should be reconsidered, especially because the decision, usually arrived at by consensus, was put to a recorded vote and was opposed by two government members of the advisory committee, Privy Council Clerk Kevin Lynch and deputy heritage minister Judith LaRocque. (Globe and Mail)
Stopping the great escapes Jul 5, 2008
Early on Canada Day, unusually strong ocean currents shifted the 10-tonne concrete block anchoring Pen 11, one of the 12 pens at the Frederick Arms site ... Staff reported the Canada Day escape to authorities, and, shortly after noon, tugboats and service vessels arrived to begin to stabilize the pen system. (Globe and Mail)
North must end dependence on diesel, B.C. Premier says Jul 5, 2008
Mr. Campbell has already launched such a program for B.C., effective on Canada Day. It has added 2. (Globe and Mail)
Bolts trade D Boyle to Sharks for Carle, picks Jul 5, 2008
The Lightning's new ownership group was eager to rid itself of Boyle's large contract, but he only found out this week after flying home for Canada Day festivities. "I don't have the nicest things to say about what happened, but I don't want to dwell on this," Boyle said in a phone interview from his Ontario cottage. (ESPN -- NHL)
Client cuts barber into $32M lotto win Jul 5, 2008
Celebrating like it is 1812 Fort York hosted Canada Day celebrations. Canada Day at Queen's Park Canada Day celebrations were in full swing at Queen's Park ... Canada Day Parade East York's 51st Annual Canada Day Parade and celebration. (Toronto Sun)
NACO pays tribute to Hamilton Southam with concert Jul 5, 2008
Earlier this week, on Canada day, Mr. Southam passed away. Last night's NAC Orchestra concert was dedicated to his memory. (Ottawa Citizen)
Wanted: Good home for a $100 Climate Action Credit Jul 5, 2008
The timing was no coincidence, of course, with the cheques arriving just before the first controversial carbon tax hit, on Canada Day, adding 2. 4 cents at the pump to that increasingly dear litre of gas. (Vancouver Sun)
Cheese-curd invite irks Quebecois Jul 4, 2008
Canada Day invitation showed prominent French figure holding poutine ... The e-mailed invitation to a Canada Day party on July 1 showed Samuel de Champlain, the French explorer who founded Quebec City on July 3, 1608, holding a plate of poutine ... "The embassy of Canada changed the invitation to its Canada Day celebrations with Samuel de Champlain. It was not intended to offend anybody and we apologize if it offended anyone," said embassy spokesman Tristan Landry. (MSNBC -- International)
Choosing Henry Morgentaler Jul 4, 2008
This year, July 1 was Order of Canada Day. What a racket. (Globe and Mail)
Residents to return home after mill fire Jul 4, 2008
The old Hayhoe Brothers Mill in Woodbridge survived 180 years of floods, economic downturns, government neglect and even a massive hurricane before it was put out of business by the Canada Day fire. "This mill was a survivor," said historian Ron Brown, who wrote about the mill near Islington Ave. and Highway 7 in his book Toronto's Lost Villages. (Toronto Star)
Veto of Morgentaler would have set precedent Jul 4, 2008
Dr. Morgentaler's appointment came into effect April 10, but it was released amid Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill on Tuesday. Deciding on worthy recipients is designed to be a pure process one without political influence or even subtle lobbying. (Globe and Mail -- National)
You want cheese curds with that? Jul 4, 2008
The e-mailed invitation to a Canada Day party on July 1 showed Samuel de Champlain, the French explorer who founded Quebec City on July 3, 1608, holding a plate of poutine ... "The embassy of Canada changed the invitation to its Canada Day celebrations with Samuel de Champlain. It was not intended to offend anybody and we apologize if it offended anyone," said embassy spokesman Tristan Landry ... Canada Day celebrations. (Yahoo News)
True folk song inspiration Jul 4, 2008
Fireworks a blast on Canada Day. TOP SLIDESH0W. (TheChronicleHerald.ca)
TransLink's new CEO might be in for a rough ride Jul 4, 2008
This week, echoing Spam's now-legendary press release trumpeting his participation in weekend events, we were given a long list of Mr. Ladner's plans for Canada Day, from starting the Yaletown Grand Prix to sing and play guitar at the Jericho Sailing Club's sing-a-long. We look forward to an announcement that Mr. Ladner will be attending the Vancouver Folk Music Festival later this month, as he does every year. (Globe and Mail)
Youth Opportunities Week to showcase summer job prospects Jul 4, 2008
Are you doing anything to celebrate Canada Day on July 1. Yes, let's loudly sing O' Canada. (Southwest Booster)
Credibility questioned Jul 3, 2008
Kicking off Canada Day on Parliament Hill OTTAWA _ The flag was raised, the national anthem was sung and the ... Weeks of preparation culminate in giant Canada Day party OTTAWA _ It takes time to put together a great party _ especially. (Canoe.ca)
National Arts Centre 'Legend' dies Jul 3, 2008
Hamilton Southam, the diplomat, founding visionary of the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, and many other cultural and historical institutions including the annual celebration of Canada Day on Parliament Hill died quietly in his own bed Tuesday afternoon in the Rockliffe Park area of Ottawa ... After a short respite spent sailing his yacht, Mr. Southam was persuaded by Secretary of State John Roberts in March 1978 to become chair of Festival Canada and take charge of the country's annual birthday... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Transport minister blasts Vancouver cops over bridge closure Jul 3, 2008
Falcon, who was among the thousands trapped in the Canada Day traffic jam and eventually turned around, said his staff will review the closure. The two North Vancouver mayors say they were bombarded with complaints after police shut the bridge. (The Province)
River fun puts kids at risk Jul 3, 2008
A senior Ottawa fire department official admitted yesterday it "didn't occur" to him that water sprayed on children at Petrie Island beach on Canada Day was contaminated ... Sunstrum and a handful of volunteer firefighters have been heading down to Petrie Island beach for several years for Canada Day. (Canoe.ca)
The order's 74 other snowflakes Jul 3, 2008
Perhaps the most exotic pursuits recognized in the Canada Day honours were the identification of crime victims by their teeth (David Sweet of Vancouver) and heraldry, with the appointment of Canada's Niagara Herald Extraordinary, Gordon Macpherson. But perhaps the best known of the new snowflake-wearers, and undoubtedly the best loved, is Randolph (Randy) Bachman, a principal of both The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive, two of the greatest rock bands ever produced in Canada. (Globe and Mail)
India sees no security threat from BlackBerry Jul 3, 2008
68 on the Toronto Stock Exchange Wednesday following Tuesday's Canada Day holiday. On the Nasdaq, they fell $1. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Niagara highways quiet on holiday weekend Jul 3, 2008
Part of the reason may have been that Canada Day fell on a Tuesday, he said. Without a true long weekend, some drivers had to come home Sunday to work Monday, easing the traffic flow. (St. Catharines Standard)
Happy Canada Day: Calderon re-ups with Raptors Jul 2, 2008
Happy Canada Day indeed. Point guard will remain a. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Bloomquist singles home game-winner in ninth Jul 2, 2008
Notes:@ It was Canada Day Tuesday and the Mariners used it as a promotion to attract more fans from nearby Vancouver, B.C. What it did is fill the stands with a large and vocal contingent of Blue Jay fans. "If you can't be at home," new Jays' manager Cito Gaston said, "this is the second best place to be.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Thousands celebrate Canada Day in Ottawa Jul 2, 2008
OTTAWA -- Tens of thousands of flag-waving people dressed from head to toe in red and white gathered on Parliament Hill in Ottawa Tuesday, joining Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean and Prime Minister Stephen Harper to celebrate Canada Day ... "On behalf of Canada, I wish you all a happy Canada Day," said Harper ... The prime minister noted the crowd was the largest he had ever seen on Parliament Hill on Canada Day. (StarPhoenix)
'There are more reasons than ever to celebrate our country': Harper Jul 2, 2008
Gov. Gen. Michalle Jean speaks at Tuesday's Canada Day ceremony on Parliment Hill in Ottawa ... "Every day, in countless ways, we are working together to achieve the greatness our country deserves. That's why on this Canada Day, we are prouder than ever to call ourselves Canadians," Harper said ... Canada Day festivities were organized across Quebec, where it was also annual moving day. (CBC.ca)
Air Canada: $439 to Vancouver Jul 2, 2008
But to qualify for the special rates, reservations must be booked by midnight, tonight, July 1 - Canada Day. The Starwood brand includes participating Westin, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, W, Le Meridien hotels, and including aloft, Starwood's newest brand with a location at the Montreal airport. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Canada Day celebrations range from silly to sombre Jul 2, 2008
Images from across Canada on Canada Day 2008 ... The RCMP musical ride performs in front of thousands during Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill ... In Montreal, organizers said a crowd of at least 100,000 attended the annual loud-and-proud Canada Day parade. (Calgary Herald)
Canada Day Road Warnings Jul 2, 2008
"We've seen some tragedies this weekend that we just don't have to and that's the main tradition that we'd love to change on Canada Day. We'd love to see one fatality free. Sadly that's not the way it is this year.". Glenna Oleksinski was relaxing poolside at Yogi Bear Park - instead of sweating it out on the roads. (CityNews)
Mixed emotions as Newfoundlanders mark Canada Day, Memorial Day Jul 2, 2008
Apart from celebrations for Canada Day and player Daniel Cleary's homecoming following the Detroit Red Wings' Stanley Cup win, it is also Memorial Day in the province. On July 1, 1916, the Battle of the Somme began during the First World War, with soldiers of the 1st Newfoundland Regiment stationed as part of British forces near the small town of Beaumont-Hamel in northern France. (AOL Canada)
Free agent update (2:30 p.m.) Jul 2, 2008
With the excitement of Canada Day today, maybe Wadell forgot it was Free Agent signing day. Sure am glad I threw for season tickets for next year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
I wish it were my birthday Jul 2, 2008
Every year, my birthday is unceremoniously upstaged by the next day's more glamorous birthday celebration: Canada Day ... As each June 30 approaches and I recruit friends and family to engage in festivities (and hint wistfully at how very surprised and delighted I would be if a surprise party were to be thrown in my honour), I am met with the inevitable reply: "We'll just celebrate it the day after, on Canada Day." ... After all, the Fourth of July falls a mere three days after Canada Day. (Globe and Mail)
Business as usual for many Canadians in Afghanistan Jul 2, 2008
KANDAHAR For many Canadians working in Afghanistan, it was business as usual on Canada Day ... Warrant Officer Steve Merry of Edmonton will organize some of the Canada Day festivities at the reconstruction base whenever they happen ... Captain Tylere Couture, from Campbell River B.C., spent Canada Day in business as usual: working with officials at Kandahar University on a project to build a wall that will protect students especially women from insurgents. (Globe and Mail)
Canadian gamers on a streak Jul 2, 2008
If you encounter a Canadian playing online computer games this Canada Day, there's a chance they may be waggling their joystick naked. Canadians have apparently developed a taste for playing computer games in the buff, with 17 per cent of men and 9 per cent of women saying they dabble in a little nude gameplay from time to time, according to a recent study conducted by Ipsos Reid on behalf of Microsoft Corp.. (Globe and Mail)
‘Legend' behind National Arts Centre dies Jul 2, 2008
Mr. Herrndorf revealed the news to a Canada Day crowd gathered on the roof of the institute Mr. Southam created. He said the passionate Canadian had passed away in the afternoon at his Ottawa home. (Globe and Mail)
Teach your kids to really love this country Jul 2, 2008
On this Canada Day, I wonder: How do you instill a love of country in your children that isn't hand-over-heart rote patriotism. How do you help them understand they are living in a paradise of benefits and beauty. (Globe and Mail)
Panel debates God and O Canada Jul 2, 2008
Not a Canada Day comfort. God, for me at least, is not a static or single-definition concept. (Globe and Mail)
What's the score, eh? Jul 2, 2008
com: What's the score, eh. What's the score, eh. (Globe and Mail)
Canada Day: Celebrations from coast to coast Jul 2, 2008
OTTAWA This year's Canada Day festivities are pillared by both celebration and reconciliation, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Governor-General Mich ... Canadian comedian Mike MacDonald entertains troops at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan on Tuesday as soldiers celebrated Canada Day with cake, concerts and comedians ... Kandahar Airfield in southern Afghanistan took on a bit of a festive air as Canadian soldiers celebrated Canada Day with cake and concerts. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Cheers, jeers greet Morgentaler's honour Jul 2, 2008
Elsewhere, the appointment coming on the heels of Canada Day celebrations sparked a predictably heated response, highlighting the divide over abortion rights in Canada. Joanne Byfield, president of Life Canada, said she feels sorry for those whose names appear alongside Dr. Morgentaler's. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Google's Canada Day slip Jul 2, 2008
com: No Canada Day logo on Google ... No Canada Day logo on Google ... It's long been a Google tradition, a wink to Canucks: A Canada Day version of the website's logo, illustrated with Maple Leaves, a loon and even a beaver. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
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Bloomquist, M's spoil Canada Day for Jays ... Notes: It was Canada Day Tuesday and the Mariners used it as a promotion to attract more fans from nearby Vancouver, B.C. What it did is fill the stands with a large and vocal contingent of Blue Jay fans. (Longview Daily News, WA)
No Canada Day logo on Google Jul 2, 2008
It's long been a Google tradition, a wink to Canucks: A Canada Day version of the website's logo, illustrated with Maple Leaves, a loon and even a beaver ... For every Canada Day since 2001 except 2003, which was also ignored Google has marked the national holiday with a unique logo ... In 2005, a simple Maple Leaf did duty as the first O (although Google's list of holiday logos for that year lists Canada Day as July 2. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Inside the Taliban jailbreak Jul 2, 2008
Kandahar Airfield in southern Afghanistan took on a bit of a festive air as Canadian soldiers celebrated Canada Day with cake and concerts. Related Articles. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
City ready to celebrate with top notch fireworks Jul 2, 2008
An international fireworks champion will be behind the Canada Day display that will light up the night sky over the Owen Sound Harbour Tuesday ... The fireworks display is the highlight of the annual Owen Sound Canada Day festivities at Kelso Beach Park ... Owen Sound event facilitator Doug Cleverley said this year's Canada Day festival is packed with activities the whole family will enjoy, especially the nightcap fireworks display. (Owen Sound Sun Times)
A Flood of Memories Jul 2, 2008
It had been 10 years since the society held its last reunion, and though some came for the Canada Day barbecue and strawberry shortcake, many were anxious to share their stories, reunite with old friends and see the reopening of the Stuart House. "My uncle Donald was very sentimental about the village of Wales," said 55-year-old Cheryl Stuart-Griffith, who was given the house in Donald Stuart's will. (Ottawa Citizen)
But ex-Beatle renews campaign against Canada's seal hunt Jul 2, 2008
Organizers of yesterday's demonstration said the event was not timed to coincide with Canada Day, even though the hunts in Canada and Namibia are the prime targets of the well-financed anti-seal hunt movement. The demonstrators, joined by EU parliamentarians, "held a minute's silence in honour of the millions of seals that have been killed in the last few decades, and blew whistles to show their disapproval with the hunt," according to a statement from the Eurogroup for Animals coalition. (The Gazette (Montreal))
Fast bikes highlight Canada Day cycle race Jul 2, 2008
Instead of spending Canada Day stretched out in the hammock, Kevin Macdonald donned his racing gear and made his way to Yaletown ... "Canada Day seemed to be a natural fit, and it's a success.". (24 Hours Vancouver)
