Source: Jackie Dunham, CTVNews.ca, August 30, 2017 It seems three young girls learned a thing or two from their lifeguarding course when they rescued two struggling swimmers at a beach in Surrey, B.C. earlier this month. Kate Hunter, Lily Cox and Georgia Springate were enjoying a summer afternoon of jumping off the pier at Crescent… Continue reading ‘They are heroes’: Three young girls rescue struggling swimmers
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Kindersley Honours Heroes at Local BBQ
Sometimes we can overlook the daily sacrifice of our local RCMP officers, forget to thank the tireless efforts of our volunteer firefighters, or, in the heat of the moment, we may neglect saying “thank-you” the EMS workers who save our lives. Emergency workers, the community’s heroes, will often go unsung and underappreciated. Kindersley’s Chamber of… Continue reading Kindersley Honours Heroes at Local BBQ
Kindersley Remembers Vimy
Vimy 100th Remembrance Exactly 100 years ago, in the muddy fields of France, Canadian soldiers fought and died for a single objective—Vimy Ridge. Later to be known as the single bloodiest battle in Canadian Army history, the Battle of Vimy Ridge raged from April 9-12, 1917. The deadly ridge saw brave heroism in those who… Continue reading Kindersley Remembers Vimy
Who are the heroes?
Can you believe it? Easter is here, which means the kids will enjoy their Easter break. Or maybe their parents deserve an Easter break, though they’re usually too busy selflessly giving on behalf of their children to notice. And their little children don’t often fully appreciate everything their parents do for them either. One example… Continue reading Who are the heroes?
Honour Canada's fallen heroes at these war memorials in Europe
By Jackie Dunham, CTV News, November 11, 2016 If you’re planning a European vacation anytime soon, it’s worth your while to visit some of these stirring spots. As you pin a poppy to your lapel and head out to a local Remembrance Day ceremony to honour Canadian soldiers who have served for their country, you… Continue reading Honour Canada's fallen heroes at these war memorials in Europe
Medals Awarded to Kindersley Heroes
Heroes from a fiery rescue near Flaxcombe, SK are being awarded for their bravery in saving the life of a trapped victim of a vehicle fire on December 12, 2015. Yesterday, Jody and Daniel Deiana received the Royal Humane Association’s bronze medal in Regina. Jonathan Coralde, who was unable to attend the event, will be… Continue reading Medals Awarded to Kindersley Heroes