RCMP provide detailed account of shooter’s path

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Source: Meredith MacLeod, ctvnews.ca, April 24, 2020 The investigation into the killings is expected to take months, but the picture is becoming more clear. TORONTO — RCMP have confirmed the Nova Scotia killing spree began with the beating of a female, but did not specify a relationship. She was described at a Friday morning press… Continue reading RCMP provide detailed account of shooter’s path

Many are asking why no emergency alert was issued during the N.S. rampage

Source: cbc.ca, April 18, 2020 The RCMP issued warnings on Facebook and Twitter, but no emergency alert was sent out. OTTAWA — Kristin and Nick Beaton were lying in bed watching the news of the mass killing in Portapique, Nova Scotia on Saturday night. By the time they awoke Sunday morning, they assumed the rampage… Continue reading Many are asking why no emergency alert was issued during the N.S. rampage

Many are still awaiting answers as N.S. rampage investigation continues

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Source: Matt Young, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, April 21, 2020 Many of those with missing family members are desperately for answers. TORONTO — As Nova Scotia grapples with the aftermath of one of Canada’s worst mass killings, some are left with unconfirmed suspicions that their family members are among the victims. Officials say it could take months to… Continue reading Many are still awaiting answers as N.S. rampage investigation continues

PM addresses the country following the Nova Scotia shooting

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Source: Rachel Aiello, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, April 20, 2020 Eighteen people are dead, plus the shooter. However, police are warning the death toll could rise as the investigation continues. OTTAWA — After more than a month of near-daily updates focused exclusively on Canada’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s remarks on Monday focused on the… Continue reading PM addresses the country following the Nova Scotia shooting

Nova. Scotia gunman’s rampage leaves more than 13 people dead

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Source: cbc.ca, April 18, 2020 Gunman, 51 year old Gabriel Wortman, began his rampage late Saturday night in the small community of Portapique, N.S. More than 13 people were killed during a gunman’s bloody 12-hour rampage through several Nova Scotia communities, and police warn there may be more victims. In an update on Sunday evening,… Continue reading Nova. Scotia gunman’s rampage leaves more than 13 people dead

Nova Scotia’s opt-out organ donation move sparks heated reactions Social Sharing

Source: CBC News, April 4, 2019  Bioethicist wonders whether rule would fit Canada’s multicultural society Nova Scotia’s decision to make all adults in the province potential organ donors unless they opt out has sparked a backlash from some Canadians. The goal is to increase organ donations from deceased donors to save lives of more recipients. Nova Scotia… Continue reading Nova Scotia’s opt-out organ donation move sparks heated reactions Social Sharing

Climbers urged to be careful on Nova Scotia ice wall

An ice wall in Nova Scotia has drawn hordes of curious spectators eager to scale the naturally-occurring structure, but local officials are urging climbers to exercise common sense. Chunks of ice crashed ashore near Irish Vale, N.S., a community tucked along the Bras d’Or Lake in Cape Breton. The collection of ice has formed a… Continue reading Climbers urged to be careful on Nova Scotia ice wall

Nova Scotia man who rescued elderly woman from fire to be honoured in Ottawa

Source: Alex Cooke, The Canadian Press, June 3, 2018  HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia man lauded for saving his neighbour from a devastating house fire last year says he’s overwhelmed by the attention he’s received. Travis Wolfe, 26, of Port Joli, N.S., will receive a Medal of Bravery from Gov. Gen. Julie Payette this week for… Continue reading Nova Scotia man who rescued elderly woman from fire to be honoured in Ottawa

‘I jumped out of bed’: Good Samaritan to the rescue after N.S. crash

Source: CTV News, March 6, 2018  A young man reported missing early Saturday has been found alive, thanks to two friends who spotted his car in the woods outside New Glasgow, N.S. Ahmed Mohamed, 19, was last seen leaving a bar in New Glasgow early Saturday, and was reported missing when he didn’t make it… Continue reading ‘I jumped out of bed’: Good Samaritan to the rescue after N.S. crash

Nova Scotians volunteer to field Red Cross calls from Harvey victims

Source: CTV News, August 29, 2017  An American Red Cross call centre in Cape Breton has been overwhelmed by calls from victims of Harvey, but local volunteers are stepping up to help clear the backlog. Officials at the Sydney, N.S., call centre, one of two in North America connecting flood victims with aid on the… Continue reading Nova Scotians volunteer to field Red Cross calls from Harvey victims