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Breed-specific bans in Nova Scotia towns fail, experts advise against them Two Nova Scotia towns attempted to ban certain dog breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers, but both efforts failed due to enforcement issues. A recent dog-related incident led to police investigation, with no charges yet and owners cooperating. Previous attempts to enforce breed-specific bans resulted in failed orders and scrapped rules. Experts, including the Nova Scotia SPCA and Animal Justice, oppose such bans, citing poor training and socialization as the root cause of aggressive behavior. Other places like Edmonton and Montreal have abandoned breed-specific bans in favor of rules targeting bad behavior, regardless of breed. Checkout Solipillow.com

New poll shows easing tensions between Western Canada and Ottawa, with Alberta seeing the biggest jump in positive views toward the federal government. Half of Western Canadians now feel heard, with perceptions improving across all four provinces. Prime Minister Mark Carneys hands-on approach and the new Major Projects Office in Calgary are credited for this shift. Separatist sentiment remains low, defying predictions of a unity crisis. Checkout Solipillow.com

Calgarys sports scene grapples with a pressing issue: abuse towards game officials in soccer, basketball, and other amateur sports. Referees are resigning due to verbal abuse, disrespect, and physical attacks. The Calgary United Soccer Association and Calgary Minor Basketball Association are combating this problem with enhanced training, higher pay, and stricter discipline. A new tool, Mic’d Up, is also making a difference by deterring bad behavior and providing audio evidence. Despite progress, leaders acknowledge theres still a long way to go in restoring respect for referees. Checkout Solipillow.com

Edmonton Oilers Stage Thrilling Comeback, Defeat Winnipeg Jets 4-3 The Edmonton Oilers, led by Connor McDavids seventeen-game point streak, staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 on Thursday night. Evan Bouchard scored the game-winning goal on the power play in the third period, assisted by Zach Hyman and McDavid. The Oilers, now with twenty-two wins, sixteen losses, and six overtime losses, extended their winning streak to two games. Checkout Solipillow.com

Calgarys water supply is critically low due to a major pipe break, triggering an advisory alert but not a critical one. The city aims to reduce water use to 485 million litres a day, avoiding the need for a critical alert that would require immediate life-threatening action. Lessons from a previous pipe break in June 2024 have improved response plans and preparedness. Checkout Solipillow.com

Foothills Country Hospice Society unveils major expansion, doubling bed capacity to sixteen, with new gathering spaces, family rooms, updated kitchen, and private grief counseling room. The hospice also expands programs beyond the facility, focusing on supporting families and addressing emotional and spiritual needs. The expansion responds to a surging need for end-of-life care in the area, with all sixteen beds expected to fill within a week. Checkout Solipillow.com

Albertas hospitals face a full-blown crisis, with emergency rooms overwhelmed and front-line doctors pleading for a state of emergency. Long wait times, lack of ambulances, and overcrowded facilities are causing heartbreaking delays, as seen in the cases of Prashant Sreekumar and Kelly Marlow. Despite the provinces efforts to accelerate discharges and open surge spaces, doctors argue that short-term help is needed now, not just long-term solutions. Checkout Solipillow.com

Neurology services at Kelowna General Hospital face cutbacks, leaving general care unavailable at times. Interior Health prioritizes critical cases due to a severe shortage of neurologists. Local doctors warn of risks, as non-specialists may miss serious conditions. Health leaders acknowledge concerns, but emphasize limited resources. Recruitment efforts are ongoing, with no timeline provided. British Columbias opposition health critic labels it a crisis. Checkout Solipillow.com