Author: Darrel Pratt

Is Crime Increasing In Calgary?

There has been an increase in violence in Calgary throughout 2022. Officers have responded to more than 100 shootings across the city and Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld has said there has also been a rise in the number of calls involving assaults. How many murders happen in Calgary a year? SDMX Homicides Number of […]

What Resources Does Nova Scotia Produce?

Nova Scotia is Canada’s largest gypsum producer. Crushed stone, salt, and sand and gravel are also in abundance. Offshore exploration for natural gas and petroleum has been conducted since the early 1980s. Natural gas is pumped from wells located off Sable Island and carried to the mainland via pipeline. What natural resources come from Nova […]

Is Toronto Becoming Warmer?

Toronto is getting hotter. Even if we envision a future with lower carbon emissions, temperatures in the city are still going to rise. An April report from the University of Waterloo and the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation projected a dire future. Is Toronto getting warmer? In the future, Toronto is expected to experience higher […]

Is Fishing A Big Industry In Nova Scotia?

Contributing over $1.68 billion to our economy, the fishing industry truly is a world of opportunity, right here. As world population continues to rise so does the global demand for seafood. International trade is thriving and Nova Scotian seafood products can be found on tables around the world. Is Nova Scotia known for fishing? Nova […]

How Is Long-Term Care Funded In Nova Scotia?

Long-term care costs are shared by you, as the resident, and the provincial government. The Department of Health and Wellness pays for the health care costs, and you pay your accommodation costs and personal expenses. How do Canadians pay for long-term care? Long-term care is funded through the Canada health transfer from the federal government […]

What Is The Crime Rate In Oakville?

Crime rates in Oakville, Canada Level of crime 20.01 Low Problem people using or dealing drugs 35.85 Low Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft 32.47 Low Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery 19.78 Very Low Problem corruption and bribery 18.40 Very Low Is it safe to live in Oakville Ontario? […]

What Was Brampton Before?

Originally known as Buffy’s Corners, Brampton was renamed for a town in Cumberland, England when it was incorporated as a village in 1853. When did Brampton became a city? 1974Premier Leslie Frost officially opened it on July 5, 1952. In 1974, the Region of Peel was created and Brampton became a city. What is another […]