Beijing 2022 Day 1 Preview: Canadian Paralympic Team Set To Begin Competition
Beijing, March 4, 2022 – The Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games officially began on Friday, with Ina Forrest and Greg Westlake carrying the flag for Canada into the Opening Ceremony. The attention now turns to the field of play, with four of five sports in action on Day 1 of the competition on Saturday March 5.
Canadian Educational Institutions Support Afghan Newcomers
The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle at least 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and safely as possible. Canada has now welcomed a total of 8,580 Afghan refugees, with more arriving every week.
CBC REBOOTS STREET CENTS FOR A NEW GENERATION
CBC today announced the return of STREET CENTS in a new format, led by a group of dynamic content creators. Targeted to teens, the new version of the beloved youth brand has launched on TikTok with a focus on making financial literacy useful, relatable and entertaining through daily short form video content.
First West Credit Union Donates $25,000 To Support Ukrainian Relief Efforts
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, First West Credit Union and its local divisions Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial are responding with a $25,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal.
Canadian Paralympic Committee Statement on Beijing 2022 Paralympic Winter Games
The Canadian Paralympic Committee joins other sporting organizations around the world, including the International Paralympic Committee, in condemning Russia’s actions in Ukraine. We recognize the importance of member nations within the Paralympic Movement stepping up and providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.