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Archive for May 12th, 2008

They Shoot Orcas, Don’t They? (in Life)

File this under weird BC history. The harpooning of Moby Doll.

Study links air pollution to blood clots in veins

Air pollution heavy in small particles may cause blood clots in the legs, the same condition air travelers call “economy class syndrome” from immobility during flight, researchers said on Monday.

Farm stress load is still high this spring

With grain prices at profitable levels, it would be natural to assume that stress levels are lower among farmers this spring. While there is an undeniable enthusiasm, in many ways the stress level…

Coming up

The Cowichan Valley bears little resemblance to the steppes of Asia
but an Island couple has found that a traditional Mongolian
structure provides an airy, comfortable home while leaving the
lightest…

Nova Scotia emergency response exercise

Nova Scotia’s emergency responders have practiced procedures needed to help Nova Scotians in a large-scale emergenc… [Full Story]

New Biorem orders

BIOREM Inc. (TSXV:BRM) has announced the receipt of new orders totaling $735,000 through its representative in the … [Full Story]

Ontario No Frills store fined

698954 Ontario Inc. has been fined $30,000, plus a victim fine surcharge, after pleading guilty to violating the On… [Full Story]

Nova Scotia joins climate registry

On April 22, 2008, Earth Day, Nova Scotia announced that it has officially joined the Climate Registry. [Full Story]

Los Angeles recognized for battery recycling

The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC), a nonprofit, public service organization dedicated to recycl… [Full Story]

GEEP/Ecosys Rider joint venture

Global Electric Electronic Processing Inc. (“GEEP”) is pleased to announce the purchase of Ecosys Canada Inc (“Ecos… [Full Story]