National bird

We could soon have a national bird…and it’s not the loon.

The Royal Canadian Geographic Society has chosen the Gray Jay, or Whiskey Jack, as Canada’s national bird. It’s found in every province and territory but only in Canada.

The society says the Whiskey Jack embodies Canada’s best qualities…toughness, intelligence and a friendly demeanour.

SPORTS

Only two games in the NHL last night…Flames singed the Coyotes 2-1 in overtime.  Capitals pounded the Penguins 7-1.

In the NBA…the Raptors lost their second game in as many nights…this time 127-121 to the Golden State Warriors in Toronto.