Martha's fine yarns Nov 29, 2008
"One of the things that I've learned is how to share a stage and be around people who are really talented, and not be intimidated. To join in the experience of that rather than to sort of not want to look bad by having other people who are great around you," Wainwright said leading up to a cross-country theatre tour that includes stops in Calgary on Sunday, Edmonton (Dec. 1), Winnipeg (Dec. (Winnipeg Sun)
Planet Organic Health Corp Announces Q1 Sales Results Nov 28, 2008
EDMONTON, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Planet Organic Health Corp (TSX Venture Exchange - POH), Canada's leading natural products retailer, today reported consolidated sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2008 of $30. 0 million compared to $25. (PR Newswire)
Laser finds meteor craters Nov 28, 2008
Edmonton's top cop Staff Sgt. Jamie Ewatski was given the Kiwanis Club of Edmonton's Top ... Witness to the meteor Andrew Bartlett of Edmonton describes what he saw on the night of ... BrightNights 2008 The Edmonton Winter Family Festival runs Nov. 21, 2008 - Jan. 4, 2009. (Edmonton Sun)
Cammalleri's trick ignites Flames Nov 28, 2008
The Canucks and Flames will finish their second home-and-home series of the season with a return match in Calgary on Saturday Vancouver will end its trip with a game in Edmonton on Dec. 13. Darcy Hordichuk scored his first goal as a Canuck and Daniel Sedin scored in his fifth straight game to stake the home side to a 2-1 lead after the first period. (Globe and Mail)
Alberta law allows courts to seize, auction property used in crime Nov 28, 2008
Danny Maciocia is giving up his job as head coach of the Edmonton Eskimos in order to concentrate on his executive duties with the team ... A judge in the trial of a 19-year-old Edmonton man charged with second-degree murder ruled that actions by the alleged victim's father made it impossible for a jury to impartially hear the case. (CBC.ca)
Technical jargon can't hide horror at crime scene Nov 28, 2008
CALGARY -- In the clinical vernacular of Serge Larocque, a Medicine Hat home was, on April 23, 2006, the site of a number of "bloodletting events." The evidence of this, a series "cast-off stains," "transfer stains," patterns of "liquid blood in flight," and signs of "downward flow," originating from various "blood sources," the Edmonton RCMP blood stain pattern analyst testified on Thursday at the trial of Jeremy Steinke, the man accused of creating them. The slides the forensics expert showed... (National Post)
Logibec Groupe Informatique Ltd.: Strong Revenue and Earnings Growth Nov 28, 2008
The Company has its head office in Montreal as well as offices in Quebec City, Edmonton, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Dallas, Tampa and Smithfield, Virginia. This news release contains forward-looking statements reflecting Logibec Groupe Informatique Ltd. objectives, estimates and expectations. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Globe reporters take your questions Nov 28, 2008
" So, what does Thursday's fiscal update mean for you and your family, for the Canadian economy, and for the political future of those steering it? To help you navigate these issues, Mr. Carmichael and Mr. Laghi will be online Friday at 10:45 a.m. ET. Join the conversation at that time or in advance. Questions and answers will appear at the bottom of the page when the discussion begins. Mr. Carmichael has been working in journalism for nearly a decade, beginning with stints at The Canadian Press... (Globe and Mail)
Sports finishes second to hot news topics Nov 28, 2008
In Edmonton, The Team 1260's afternoon show, with Jason Gregor, plunged to 5. 6 from 7. (Globe and Mail)
Rotating lampshade, whirling mind Nov 28, 2008
Gysin grew up partly in Edmonton before leading a typically itinerant beat existence in Paris, London and Tangier. An enigmatic figure, even among Burroughs's coterie, he came up with the concept for the Dream Machine by accident. (Globe and Mail)
Alberta may clear cut trees to stop pine beetle Nov 28, 2008
EDMONTON Alberta may clear cut trees in a popular recreation area west of Calgary to help thwart the spread of the voracious mountain pine beetle. New reports suggest the number of the timber-killing beetles in southwest Alberta has doubled. (Globe and Mail -- National)
'Mr. Raw Power' has a deal for Canadian bands Nov 28, 2008
Kiss bassist Gene Simmons, shown July 16 at the IndyCar Series auto race in Edmonton, is one of the architects of the Kiss look and sound ... He'll be based in Toronto and scouring its indie scene and also plans to scout out bands on an upcoming trip to Edmonton. (CBC.ca)
Western Canadian meteor had mass of 10 tonnes: scientists Nov 27, 2008
This footage was shot from a 10th-floor apartment in Edmonton on a digital camera. (Submitted by Andy Bartlett). (CBC.ca)
Canadian Wal-Mart stores open their doors around the clock until Christmas Nov 27, 2008
" In recent years, Wal-Mart Canada has tested 24-hour openings during busy retail periods, like back-to-school and Christmas time. In January 2008 the company opened 25 stores around the clock permanently, subsequently expanding to 30 stores. The company continues to hear growing demand for extended hours. "We're always asked 'Who in the world would shop around the clock. but late-night and early morning shoppers are just busy people like you and me," said Thompson. "We expect the extra hours... (Canada Newswire)
Gourmet Gift Giving Guide Nov 27, 2008
Cities with free delivery include: Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto (GTA/ Mississauga & Hamilton), Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax. Orders however, can be taken from the US as well. (Suite101.com)
Can The Nutcracker save Ballet BC? Nov 27, 2008
Edmonton Journal, Canada - Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008. Victoria Times-Colonist, Canada - Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008. (National Post)
Ticket sales hold strong at ballets across country Nov 27, 2008
That company has a new production of The Nutcracker this year and sales are 20 per cent ahead of where they were last year for Edmonton performances, and 17 per cent ahead for Calgary. We are significantly over where we thought we would be, Lindenberg said, noting that the company has sold 16,000 tickets in two cities to date and that its debut in Victoria this weekend is also selling well. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
SportsBiz: Going retro brings in money Nov 27, 2008
They can commemorate an anniversary of a league (such as 1994 when the NFL celebrated its 75th season), the anniversary of a teams founding, the remembrance of a great year (the 1983 Chicago White Sox) or even an era (the Edmonton Oilers and the 1980s). advertisement. (MSNBC -- Business)
Secret to workplace happiness? Remember what you love about the job, study urges Nov 27, 2008
This study was supported by a grant from the Capital Care Foundation in Edmonton, Canada. For more information the study, contact. (EurekAlert!)
Hickey and Boychuk among leaders Nov 27, 2008
The Edmonton Oilers aren't likely to make 19-year-old forward Sam Gagner available for the 2009 junior team since they didn't for the 2008 edition. Windsor forward Josh Bailey, also 19, is currently with the New York Islanders. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Can The Nutcracker save ballet in BC? Nov 26, 2008
Ballet BC's spring production of A Streetcar Named Desire was scheduled to tour to Edmonton and Calgary in May, 2009, but that engagement is now in doubt, he said. With reports from Frances Bula and Kate Taylor. (Globe and Mail)
Prestige Telecom Provides Update on Proposed Acquisition of Radian Nov 26, 2008
In Canada, Prestige operates eight service locations based in Montreal, Quebec; Mississauga and Markham, Ontario, Surrey, British Columbia, Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, Bedford, Nova Scotia and St-John, New Brunswick and has 400 professional and technical personnel. Prestige operates in the United States market through a mutual subcontractor agreement with Comforce Telecom Inc. under the trade name Prestige Comforce Professional Services ("PCPS"). (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Lingo Media Corporation: Speak2Me Signs Mercedes as Launch Advertiser Nov 26, 2008
A+ has been operating in Canada for over ten years through its four offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto and Vancouver. Lingo Media plans to introduce A+'s learning system and products to parents of pre-school children in China. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Platinum Blonde bassist found dead Nov 26, 2008
He also strayed from his rock roots to play with the Edmonton Symphony and Orchestra London. Platinum Blonde was one the biggest Canadian bands of the 1980s. (Globe and Mail)
On stigma, doctors and mental health Nov 26, 2008
Canada was the site of three pilot projects, she said, in Calgary, Edmonton and Drumheller Alta. Prof. (Globe and Mail)
Court rejects hostage-taker's defence Nov 26, 2008
An Edmonton man who helped abduct UN peacekeepers in the former Yugoslavia for use as human shields cannot claim to have been merely carrying out orders from higher Serbian military authorities, the Ontario Court of Appeal ruled yesterday. "There was no evidence in this case of any order concerning the hostage-taking that the appellant was obliged to follow," a unanimous ruling said, upholding two hostage-taking convictions against Nicholas Ribic. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Sudden impact was recent, too Nov 26, 2008
The bowl-shaped scar was hidden by trees about 200 kilometres west of Edmonton near Whitecourt ... Location: Whitecourt, 200 kilometres west of Edmonton. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Auburn baseball signs 11 Nov 26, 2008
Member of USA Baseball's 2008 18U National Team that won a silver medal at the International Baseball Federation's XXIII AAA World Junior Championships in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. 2008 Under Armour All-America Game participant in Chicago 2008 Diamond Club Showcase participant in Lakeland, Florida 2008 invitee to the East Coast Pro Showcase in North Carolina and the Area Code Games in California Plays for Mike Smith at Lake Brantley, winning a 6A State Championship in 2008 Hit. (Auburn Sports -- Rivals.com)
Habs lead all-star voting Nov 26, 2008
The one-club high for fan-voted starters is five Edmonton Oilers Wayne Gretzky, Glenn Anderson, Jari Kurri, Paul Coffey and Grant Fuhr at the 1986 all-star game in Hartford. Fans can vote as often as they like online and Habs supporters are clearly pushing their players with the Jan. 25 contest in Montreal. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Talks target Ft. Hills costs Nov 26, 2008
Plans for an upgrader east of Edmonton, which would convert bitumen into oil suitable for refining, also are on hold. Petro-Canada may buy an upgrader, invest in a refiner, or even sell its bitumen directly to refiners, Brenneman said. (Financial Post)
Meteorite hunters head to Alberta-Sask. border for 'Rockstock' Nov 25, 2008
Andy Bartlett recorded this footage from a 10th-floor apartment in Edmonton on his digital camera ... From Edmonton to Edgeley, Sask. (CBC.ca)
Trade has Wilson's fingerprints all over it Nov 25, 2008
In the summer of 2006, former Leafs GM John Ferguson was said to have balked when the Edmonton Oilers wanted Steen thrown into a trade for Chris Pronger along with Leafs defenceman Tomas Kaberle. That opened the door for Burke, who scooped up Pronger and won a Stanley Cup for the Ducks with him in 2007. (Globe and Mail)
Acting along family lines Nov 25, 2008
Clifford Cardinal has fallen in love with acting, and now joins his famous mother on stage in Edmonton ... The two aboriginal actors - Clifford has followed his famous mother into her line of work - take turns complimenting each other over the phone from Edmonton, where they are working on a new play and sharing a house for the first time since Clifford moved out ... The Cardinals are acting opposite one another in Three Little Birds, a new play by Kenneth T. Williams that is both funny and sad,... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
A specialty relegated to the basement Nov 25, 2008
Even before he graduated with honours from the University of Toronto's medical school, the 30-year-old Edmonton native had earned a master's degree in international health policy from the London School of Economics, published papers and worked for the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Praise follows him wherever he goes. (Globe and Mail)
Rodeo named Alberta's official sport Nov 25, 2008
EDMONTON As Kevin Taft prepares to ride off into the sunset of his political career, he's lassoed one last challenge ... Whether it is the Calgary Stampede, the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, the Ponoka Stampede or the Thorhild Rodeo, Albertans from across the province clearly love rodeo ... Tove Reece of Edmonton's Voice for Animals has suggested the sport brutalizes animals for entertainment. (Globe and Mail)
Small audience tunes in to Grey Cup Game Nov 25, 2008
628 million for a Blue Bomber rout of the Edmonton Eskimos in 1990 ... 8 million watched the pregame prior to the Heritage Classic (Canadiens-Edmonton Oilers outside). (Globe and Mail)
'It would have been, or it will be, wonderful' Nov 25, 2008
Given Moore's assurances that competition bids from Calgary, Edmonton and Ottawa would have cost about $100-million, and that none of them met the standards set, Copps thinks a return to the embassy site in six months time could be played up as a cost-saving measure and a dignified admission of fault. Given their record in culture, it would probably show that they can revisit a bad decision. (Globe and Mail)
Bulldogs Face Oklahoma State In Thanksgiving Day Matchup Nov 25, 2008
Arop then spent a year in Edmonton, Alberta, before joining Basketball Canada's NEDA program, which is a year-round junior development camp. The West Coast Conference will revert back to the more traditional Thursday-Saturday format for conference tilts this season. (Gozags.com)
Padres name Kennedy Double-A manager Nov 25, 2008
A veteran of more than 30 years in professional baseball, he served as manager for Single-A Vancouver (2002), as roving hitting and catching coordinator (1998-2001) and as hitting coach for Triple-A Edmonton (1995-97) all in the Oakland Athletics organization. He spent seven seasons as a scout and hitting coach in the California Angels system (1988-94) and eight seasons as a scout for the Cincinnati Reds (1977-84). (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Retailers face tough holiday period: survey Nov 25, 2008
Edmonton Sun, Canada - Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008. Baltimore Sun - Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008. (Financial Post)
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera Nov 24, 2008
ca Wade Ozeroff Published: 24 11 2008. Little to fault with iconic Porsche. (Autonet)
A 10,000-year-old word puzzle Nov 24, 2008
Mr. Ruhlen received some media attention for his article, including a CNN report that was seen by Raymond Yakeleya, a television producer in Edmonton and member of the Dene First Nation. "That got us thinking," Mr. Yakeleya remembered, "were the Ket our ancestors? Were they our people?" Mr. Ruhlen put Mr. Yakeleya in touch with Mr. Vajda, who was by then known as a Ket expert. (Globe and Mail)
Football alive and well in Montreal Nov 24, 2008
The local team that played the Edmonton Eskimos then is long extinct, replaced eventually by a franchise that fled Baltimore, the final tumbling domino from the CFL's doomed American experiment. There wasn't even a lid on the Olympic Stadium then. (Globe and Mail)
Als' offensive machine sputters, grinds to halt Nov 24, 2008
Indeed, Montreal's impressive run of six Grey Cup appearances in the past nine seasons is blighted by the fact they have won only once the 2002 edition in Edmonton. "This game will probably define our team, and we're better than that," said slotback Ben Cahoon, who made eight receptions for 92 yards. (Globe and Mail)
PQ at a loss for cause Nov 23, 2008
Edmonton Journal, Canada - Monday, Nov. 17, 2008. Boston Globe - Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008. (National Post)
Rising stars finally come out to play Nov 22, 2008
On Tomas Vincour: "Didn't see much of the Hossa-like player we were hoping for when [Edmonton] came through here last week. Skating really bothered me too. His first 3 or 4 steps are so short, it's painful. Can't stop or turn either. But he's fine once he gets up to speed and he really does have some nice hands. Amazes me how he can make room for himself just with a stickhandle. Frame looks even bigger than last year all legs and arms but with big, broad shoulders too. Physically looks like... (USA Today -- Sports)
Coming today: the wide-screen, touch-controlled iPod? Nov 22, 2008
Coming today: the wide-screen, touch-controlled iPod. Get 20% off your bill at Pizza Express. (Yahoo News -- Apple Computer)
Bus beheading case to focus on accused's mental state: lawyer Nov 22, 2008
The lawyer for an Edmonton man accused of beheading a passenger aboard a Greyhound bus in Manitoba last July says his client's second-degree murder trial will focus on whether Vincent Li is criminally responsible. "There is not a factual dispute to the cause of the death," defence lawyer Alan Libman said Friday. (National Post)
Arcan Resources Ltd. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results Nov 22, 2008
Oil and gas prices now hover near Q4, 2006 levels with oil near $60 per boe Edmonton and gas near $40 per boe for Alberta spots. At these prices Arcan has adequate cash resources to complete the $4. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Pieces of large meteor may have landed in Saskatchewan Nov 22, 2008
CTV Edmonton security cameras caught the meteor's approach and a subsequent massive flash in the skyline on Thursday evening ... Meteor sightings have been widely reported across the Prairies, from Edmonton to Regina to Swan River, Man ... Minutes later, Ms. Evans received a call from her brother-in-law who was driving to Edmonton. (Globe and Mail)
They bleed for the Cup - no matter who's playing Nov 22, 2008
The party kicks into gear on Thursday, with the Edmonton Eskimos' popular "Spirit of Edmonton" bash. From there, fans follow the circuit of pancake breakfasts and parties hosted by professional teams and attended by cheerleaders and former CFL players. (Globe and Mail)
Kim Yost: The Brick's own Urban renewal Nov 22, 2008
At 54, he lives in a rambling house in an Edmonton suburb, but his 26-year-old daughter is in a downtown apartment with modern slim-fitting furnishings. Our goal is to bring some tremendous value downtown. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
O Canada at school. Over 800,000 families deal with childhood mental illness, often without help.">Raising a child with a mental illness Nov 22, 2008
Over 800,000 families deal with childhood mental illness, often without help (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Supreme Court orders cement company to pay $15M in damages Nov 22, 2008
From Edmonton to Edgeley, Sask. and points in between, people reported that Thursday night's brillant fireball seemed mighty close. (CBC.ca)
Are you ready for the Big Game? Nov 21, 2008
"Anyone who has been at a CFL game this season knows the passion that the fans have for this sport. This game makes communities across the country richer and Scotiabank is pleased to be a part of it." In addition to being the Official Bank of Grey Cup and CFL, Scotiabank sponsors several CFL clubs including the BC Lions, Calgary Stampeders, Edmonton Eskimos, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. This year, Scotiabank also became the Official Pro Players Grey... (Canada Newswire)
BC crash survivor moved to Edmonton hospital Nov 21, 2008
com: B.C. crash survivor moved to Edmonton hospital ... B.C. crash survivor moved to Edmonton hospital ... EDMONTON Tom Wilson, an Alberta man who was the sole survivor of a B.C. plane crash that killed seven people on Nov. 23, has been moved to an Edmonton hospital. (Globe and Mail)
Canadiens shut down Senators in shootout Nov 21, 2008
Raw Video Only Online: Thu, Nov 20 - Watch a Global Edmonton viewer's footage of a falling meteor; in regular speed then slow motion. Raw Video Only Online: Thu, Nov 20 - Watch another Global Edmonton viewer's footage of a falling meteor; in regular speed then slow motion. (National Post)
Calvillo takes MVP for second time Nov 21, 2008
Edmonton receiver Kamau Peterson was named the outstanding Canadian for catching 101 passes for 1,317 yards and four touchdowns with the Eskimos. Peterson earned 25 of 46 first-place ballots to edge Montreal slotback Ben Cahoon. (National Post)
Government names new 15-member health board Nov 21, 2008
Edmonton Weather Loading ... JEFF CUMMINGS/METRO EDMONTON November 21, 2008 05:15 ... Six medals belonging to a soldier who fought in the Second World War that were left unclaimed for 13 years in an Edmonton framing shop are now in the rightful hands of that soldiers grandson in Ardrossan. (Metro Canda - Edmonton)
Greenhorns deliver with game on line Nov 21, 2008
Tsoumpas, 23, hails from Edmonton and played at Weber State. The Stampeders so wanted Tsoumpas that on the day of this year's CFL college draft they traded veteran offensive lineman John Comiskey, receiver Kevin Challenger and their second-round and third-round picks to the Edmonton Eskimos for the No. 2 and No. 16 picks overall. (Globe and Mail)
Shallow slide for real estate: report Nov 21, 2008
Cities that will see the largest pullbacks in home prices will be Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver, followed by Toronto. Unrepentant Tom VuThu, Nov 20, 08 at 05:05 PMYeah there's no speculative buying in the Vancouver condo market. (Vancouver Sun)
NWT garages may see silver lining from snow tire shortage Nov 21, 2008
"Edmonton and Calgary, all those guys, they still have their booking tires, so they're not after the overflow.". Quebec is the first Canadian province to enact a snow-tire law. (CBC.ca)
Radiant Communications Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results Nov 21, 2008
In operation since 1996, the company currently serves over 16,000 business locations in Canada and the United States from its offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Edmonton. Broadband Solutions for Business and AlwaysThere are registered trademarks of Radiant Communications Corp. All other trademarks, service marks, registered trademarks, or registered service marks are the property of their respective owners. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
TD scales back house-price decline Nov 21, 2008
The reversal of fortune has been most pronounced in what have been Canada's hottest markets of late, it added the Western provinces and, in particular, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. The flip side, however, is that in virtually all regions of the country, conditions. (Globe and Mail)
Economic storm sweeps through Cup press box Nov 21, 2008
Edmonton Sun columnist Terry Jones, who has covered 35 consecutive Cups, was pulled just a few days ago ... The Edmonton Journal took a pass ... Jones was in Montreal last weekend for the East Division final between the Edmonton Eskimos and Montreal Alouettes. (Globe and Mail)
