Humboldt Journal

Patti Durand sees the power of small business. As an entrepreneur herself and working as a Small Business Advisor with Scotiabank, she wants to give people support as they start their own entrepreneurial endeavors.

The Humboldt Broncos ended a five-game losing streak in dramatic fashion. The Broncos earned a 4-3 shootout victory over the Melville Millionaires at home on Nov. 1.

With strong defence and a fourth quarter offensive outburst, the Humboldt Collegiate Institute football team advanced to the 3A provincial nine-man semifinals.

It was a busy weekend for high school soccer teams. Four local teams went to provincial competitions and two local teams brought home the championship.

The City of Humboldt has now proclaimed that November is Family Violence Awareness month, with Mayor Malcolm Eaton signing the proclamation along with Janine Hart from the Humboldt Regional Newcomers Centre and Hayley Kennedy from PARTNERS Family Ser

Green Party candidate Elaine Hughes appreciated all the votes for her in this last election. But to her, she sympathizes with these wasted voter. “You can’t get away from it unless you’re voting for the top two parties.” Says Hughes.

Arriving in Nova Scotia more than two years ago, one thing struck me. Their focus on buying local. It was not just small businesses trying to get a leg up in the marketing department.

It’s an important part of history that is coming to light. And now, it is being taught in schools. The Greater Saskatoon Catholic School District and St. Dominic School held their first Truth and Reconciliation ceremony on Oct.

Preparing Canadian newcomers can be very important, especially for those who have not seen snow yet. “It can be a trying time,” says David Mortenson with Humboldt EMS, “between driving, cold weather and trying to stay warm.

In order to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, Humboldt will join over 100 communities across the country to create a collection of murals for Canada 150 Mosaic with Sturgeon County, AB artist Lewis Lavoie.