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The race to mine rare earth elements in Canada is on. But Mary-Lou Harley, an activist with a PhD in chemistry, says proposals like Torngat Metals' Strange Lake Project near the Quebec-Labrador border are dangerous—since the rare earth elements are found in uranium and thorium deposits.
about 1 month ago
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With a nod on the prestigious Sobey Art Award long list — and an upcoming exhibition at The Rooms — Happy Valley-Goose Bay artist Shirley Moorhouse's career is in full bloom, after Moorhouse went back to school in her 60s.
7 months ago
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When it comes to the potential of mushrooms, "we're just learning the tip of the tip of the tip of the iceberg," says Anita Walsh of Windy Heights Farm.
almost 3 years ago
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After seeing high demand for her group counselling sessions in 2010, social
worker Brenda Halley thought there had to be more to wellness. Now — 12 years
later — the Wellness Group she co-runs is flourishing with a community garden, a
furniture upcycling program and more.
about 3 years ago
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After fleeing Ukraine with her two young children and a small backpack, Yuliia
Fedonenko, her kids and her mother have all found a loving friend in their host,
Torbay’s Shirley Thorne.
about 3 years ago
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During his six-month search for an apartment, Ronnie Gosse says he’s had to
sidestep apartment bidding wars, illegal requests from landlords and scams —
including a rental ad offering up the house his mother owns.
over 3 years ago
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For those struggling with mental illness, finding the right line of work can be
tricky. But by founding her own dog walking and pet services business, Sarah
Hillier’s landed on a gig that can double as a kind of therapy.
over 3 years ago
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The people of Newfoundland and Labrador are globally renowned for their kindness
during 9/11. But according to a Gander author and a Red Cross volunteer, that
response owes much to decades of assisting air crash victims and refugees.
over 4 years ago
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The Association for New Canadians and Prof. Tony Fang are looking to speak with
newcomers about their experiences working in Newfoundland and Labrador.
over 4 years ago
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After creating multiple food security projects, the family behind NL Eats is
bidding farewell to Newfoundland and Labrador, at least for now.
over 4 years ago
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With no slots available in St. John’s, Harbour Grace or Clarenville during the
month of July, one would-be driver booked a road test hours away in Marystown.
over 4 years ago
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Writer Andrea McGuire travelled Newfoundland, interviewing seniors for the Intangible Cultural Heritage office. She heard some wild stories.
almost 7 years ago