When word spread in Victoria, British Columbia in September 1860 that a young slave was held against his will on a ship in Victoria Harbour, the Black community took action.   Charles Mitchell, then 13, escaped to Victo
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It’s estimated that as many as 75 per cent of all diabetes-related amputations are preventable. This is good news. With obesity and diabetes on the rise in the U.S., amputation among high-risk populations is a looming public hea
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Kareena and Kristal Elliston are bright, articulate, confident, creative, motivated and friendly young women. Obviously, these are the qualities that endeared Kristal to American-born commercial litigator, Roy Prather III. The cou
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The place was buzzing with excitement. The paparazzi were out too, and in full force. No doubt, this was a historical and newsworthy event – one for the ages. Armed with high-powered cameras, two photographers expertly worked th
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A Jamaican’s Journey to Time and Patience by Derrick Garland Coy, is a remarkable memoir that reflects elements of hope, courage, determination and faith.   Derrick Coy writes of the trials and tribulations in his 67
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The Emery-Keelesdale Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (EK-NPLC) will have its grand opening on Thursday, May 31. The clinic is the first of its kind in Toronto and clinical director, Maurice Michelin, paints a picture of a typical da
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When most people buy their first home, they usually consider it a “starter home” and dream of purchasing a bigger and better home one day.     Using the equity you’ve built up in your current home, and dep
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A young Canadian singing quartet will headline this year’s United States Day of Prayer at the White House.     The Chitans, whose ages range from eight to 14, have been selected to sing the American national a
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Johanna Alexandra Duncan (née Brummell) turned 100 years old on February 19. She’s the mother of seven – five of whom are her own and two she adopted and accepted as her birth children. She is also the surrogate mother of num
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There are many good reasons to become more energy conscious at home including saving money, making your home healthier and more comfortable, decreasing the impact on Ontario’s natural resources and even potentially increasing yo
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