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COLUMN: MPs News & Views with Darrell Samson

The following is the monthly column provided by: HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! Every March 17th Canadians join communities across the world in participating in vibrant Irish traditions. March is also Canada’s first ever Irish History Month. Today...

COLUMN: YourHealthNS Making a difference

The following is the monthly column submitted by Premier Tim Houston to media As a government, we have a responsibility to make it easy for Nova Scotians to find and access the healthcare they need. With...

COLUMN: General principles of financial freedom

This column is brought to you by: Hello! I trust 2024 is treating you and your loved ones well. As a Wealth Advisor who has been helping families live their best financial lives since 2008, I thought...

COLUMN: Clearing up the misinformation about MAID and mental disorders 

The following Opinion/Column piece was submitted to us by Helen Long, CEO, Dying With Dignity Canada. (The opinions expressed in this piece do not reflect the views of the Laker News.) On March 17, 2024,...

COLUMN: Why artificial intelligence needs to consider the unique needs of older women

The following column was submitted by QUOI Media and used with permission. By Surbhi Kalia and Paula Rochon Artificial intelligence (AI) is making headlines everywhere. Yet AI applications and implications for older adults, particularly older women,...

COLUMN: MPs News & Views with Darrell Samson

The following is a column submitted monthly by Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook MP Darrell Samson: BLACK HISTORY MONTH The month of February is a time to celebrate the many contributions of Black Canadians to our history, identity, and strength...

COLUMN: Enhancing Cancer Care for Nova Scotians

The following is a column submitted by the office of Premier Tim Houston to media. Enhancing Cancer Care for Nova Scotians“Cancer” is a word we hear far too often. It touches every Nova Scotian...

OPINION Piece: Climate action and affordability go hand in hand

The following is an opinion piece submitted to The Laker News by Charlotte Mendel of Enfield. In 2024, Alberta and Ontario need to stop blocking the transition to renewable energy. Last summer, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith...

COLUMN: People who experience mental illness do not need our help to die —...

The following piece is from QUOI Media Group and used with permission It is written by Moira Wilson who is the President of Inclusion Canada and the parent of an adult son with a disability. By...

COLUMN: MPs News & Views with Darrell Samson

This column is provided by: HAPPY NEW YEAR! On behalf of myself and my team, I would like to extend good wishes to everyone in the riding for 2024. We have changed and adapted and continue...
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