Rail Safety Week

Rail Safety Week 2017 is here to remind you to be safe, aware and vigilant around railway tracks and property.

Last year, 65 people were killed by trains in 202 trespassing and crossing incidents.

From now until Sunday, CN and CP Rail police will conduct safety blitzes across the country.

For more, go to http://operationlifesaver.ca/

Mi’kmag lands in the Halifax area regarding schools

Part of the morning program in schools in Halifax may include an ackowledgement that the school sits on traditional Mi’kmag lands.

The School Board is considering a daily acknowledgment to be read out as part of the morning announcements.  Board member Jessica Rose calls ita fantastic idea that could help aboriginal students gain a sense of pride in their heritage.  She also thinks the curriculum should have more on the history of indigenous people.