OPINION: Depression needs to be talked about more
I have depression. It is one word, but so hard to say it without the fear of being stigmatized.
I finally broke free of keeping what I was feeling inside after my colleagues recognized something...
Wellness Within: Five foundations to wellness
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By Deborah Peddle-HannOne of the best things I have seen in the last 10 years is the shift in wellness goals. Women and men are striving to obtain wellness,...
EDITORIAL: Fighting back against hate
I was shocked when news of the massacre at a mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand broke. But I was also not shocked. Why is it that I had that feeling? Why is it that...
COLUMN: MPs News & Views with MP Darrell Samson
Happy Back to School! I hope you all had a relaxing summer and are ready for the fall. I certainly had a busy summer and I would like to share the activities I participated...
COLUMN: Bill’s Blog by Bill Horne, MLA
November 11th – Remembrance Day
I wish to express my gratitude to the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces on this Remembrance Day and honour the memory of those members of the Canadian...
COLUMN: Six low cost ways to make your home or business more accessible
by Joni Snair, PT, Founder/Owner & Physiotherapist, Safe at Home Physiotherapy
It’s National Accessibility Week and I want to challenge you to think outside the box. Accessibility means that your home, workplace, stores, parks, websites...
Editorial Cartoon
This is something we likely won't have much of here on The Laker News digital website, but we thought we would share an Editorial Cartoon that was a team effort.
It was drawn by...
COLUMN: Improving Access to Primary Care
The following is the monthly column submitted by Premier Tim Houston to media.
Nova Scotians deserve access to healthcare when and where they need it.
Whether you’re attached to a primary care provider or not, access...
COLUMN: MPs News & Views with Darrell Samson
SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE!
This month marks the official start of summer!
With the warmer weather and longer daylight hours, we are seeing other welcome signs of the season too, as local food trucks and ice...
COLUMN: Wealth advice from Jennifer Rideout, Assante Capital
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Volatility: A Misunderstood Friend in Disguise
When markets become rocky, the term volatility gets used a lot. For some investors, it’s a bit of a scary word, often used to...