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Three Acadian organizations in Atlantic Canada are advocating for the establishment of a national park in the Chignecto Isthmus, a narrow land corridor connecting New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The proposal aims to protect the area’s cultural and environmental significance, which includes numerous national historic sites and Acadian-built infrastructure. The organizations highlight the federal government’s responsibility for safeguarding this area from the impacts of climate change, particularly in light of the increased risk of coastal flooding in the region.

New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs has banned a sex education group from provincial schools after seeing a screenshot of a slide from a presentation delivered to high school students. The slide contained questions about masturbation, anal sex, and porn consumption. Higgs called the presentation “clearly inappropriate” and said “a lot of parents were shocked” to see the questions. However, the president of the Montreal-based organization that made the presentation says her group has been teaching in New Brunswick schools for years and its material has been vetted by the province and is in line with the provincial curriculum.

Indie folk trio Wild Rivers will perform at the Peterborough Folk Festival on August 15th at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre. The festival, which is free to attend, will feature shows at downtown venues on August 16th and then shift to Nicholls Oval Park for the weekend. Wild Rivers, known for their hit singles “Thinking ‘Bout Love” and “Sidelines,” will be joined by a diverse lineup of artists at the festival, which is celebrating its 35th year.

A ticket sold in Mississauga, Ontario, claimed the $500,000 maxmillion prize in Tuesday’s Lotto Max draw, as the $70 million jackpot remained unclaimed. The next draw on Friday will offer an estimated $94 million jackpot and 24 $1 million maxmillion prizes. The OLG provided the winning numbers for the Tuesday draw, including the main draw, Encore, and Maxmillions combinations.

A New Brunswick family’s summer plans have been shattered after their motorhome was stolen from their front yard within days of purchasing it, leaving them heartbroken and concerned for their safety.

The Moose Jaw Warriors secured their spot in the Memorial Cup semifinals with a hard-fought 5-4 victory over the Drummondville Voltigeurs on Tuesday night. A promising start gave the Warriors an early lead, but the Voltigeurs rallied back to tie the game in the third period. With just over two minutes remaining, Aiden Ziprick’s shorthanded goal proved to be the game-winner, sending the Warriors to the next round. Brayden Yager sealed the victory with an empty-net goal in the final seconds.

As Pride Month approaches, the LGBTQ+ community in Alberta is facing a complex blend of emotions. While celebrations will continue, this year’s events will also be marked by activism, in response to proposed provincial policies that have raised concerns about the rights and healthcare of transgender youth. Advocates and legal experts have denounced the proposed policies as unconstitutional and transphobic, sparking protests and open letters. The Alberta government has stated that the policies aim to provide support for transgender adults and youth, while also preserving the rights of children and families. However, the LGBTQ+ community remains steadfast in their commitment to fight for equality and inclusion.

Despite facing obstacles such as the COVID-19 pandemic, online learning, and teacher job action, Stephen Walcer, a Regina student diagnosed with autism, is set to graduate high school and pursue higher education in engineering. He credits his service dog and the support of his mother for helping him navigate the challenges.

Maggie Oerlemans, a 43-year-old mother of four, has been missing since July 2022. Her family and the Edmonton Police Service are seeking the public’s assistance in locating her. Oerlemans is described as having brown hair, dark clothing, and a dragon tattoo on her right shin. Her last known location was her north Edmonton apartment building, but she has not been seen or heard from since July 2022. Anyone with information about Oerlemans’ whereabouts is urged to contact the Edmonton Police Service or Crime Stoppers.

In Edmonton, nearly 18 people are reported missing every day. If your loved one goes missing, the first step is to do your due diligence by reaching out to local hospitals, schools, and employers. If those searches aren’t yielding any results, get the police involved. The Edmonton Police Service’s missing persons unit encourages people to make a report as soon as possible, as there is often perishable evidence, such as witnesses, that fades over time. The unit also uses tools like news releases and social media to raise awareness about missing persons. For families who are struggling to cope with the disappearance of a loved one, the Free Bird Project provides support and guidance on how to navigate the process of searching for missing persons.