Tracy, CA (95376)TodaySteady light rain this morning. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70%..TonightA shower or two around the area early, then partly cloudy overnight. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40%.

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As old timers at UNICEF and friends of UNICEF will recall, Mulroney was one of the first world leaders who was persuaded by UNICEF Executive Director Jim Grant to help convene the Summit for Children. Along with five other world leaders, Mulroney requested the UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar to convene the first-ever world summit at the United Nations on the subject of children. Nor was his name in the speakers’ list of world leaders that had been very carefully negotiated by diplomats on behalf of their leaders. As Co-Chair of the Summit, Brian Mulroney masterfully orchestrated Bush’s participation at the Summit. He addressed the world leaders, expressed the US government’s strong commitment to children and solidarity with other fellow world leaders, and departed right away.

Prime Minister Brian Mulroney is all smiles before signing the proposed free trade agreement between Canada and the United States on Jan. 2, 1988. Mulroney, who died this week at 84, is remembered for his ability to foster personal relationships and free trade work. 1988 election campaign centred on free tradeMulroney and Reagan signed the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement in January 1988. Blais argued the free trade deals Mulroney helped usher in paved the way to the creation of the World Trade Organization (WTO). "I would argue that the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement and NAFTA gutted the manufacturing sector in this country," she said..

In 1996 a group of enthusiastic naturalists and adventurers got together with the desire to share the beauty of the Upper Columbia Valley with other like-minded people. Over the following years, the festival expanded from a birding event to a true nature festival. For over 25 years, the beautiful Upper Columbia Valley has celebrated the return of the Spring migration, and the re-awakening of nature, with the Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival. Come and join us May 6 – 12, for the week-long nature festival. Come join like-minded lovers of nature and enjoy the wonders of the Upper Columbia Valley.

Memories of Mulroney: Anecdotes and Reminiscences | In In Policy Special | By By The EditorsBrian Mulroney at his Montreal home with painting of Parliament Hill by Shirley Van Dusen/Photo by Gray MacDonaldIn the wake of Brian Mulroney’s passing on February 29th, we’ve the Policy community to share favourite memories of the former prime minister. Late one afternoon someone came to tell me Brian Mulroney was on the phone and wanted to talk to me. As First Secretary at our embassy, I was charged with managing the visit of Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and his delegation, including foreign minister Joe Clark. Somehow, the message had not gone through, so the Prime Minister and Minister Clark showed up in tuxedos. !” I apologized to the Prime MInister for the obvious protocolary faux pas.

Newfoundland marine biologist and first-time author Holly Hogan has landed on the three-book short list for the 2023 BMO Winterset Award, and faces some stiff competition — including from her husband. Buy on mcnallyrobinson.comHer husband, novelist and poet Michael Crummey, made the BMO Winterset short list for his latest work of fiction, The Adversary; the third finalist is William Ping for his novel Hollow Bamboo. The winner will be announced on March 14 and will receive a prize of $12,500; the shortlisted authors each get $3,000. ● ● ●The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will host the 2024 Kobzar Book Award ceremony on March 21, with the winning author receiving the $25,000 prize. Beyond bragging rights, the winning book often sees a significant sales boost.

Items used on the show are up for auction until the end of March. 1 / 1 The crew of Heartland films a scene during season 10 featuring lead actress Amber Marshall, left. Items used on the show are up for auction until the end of March. AdvertisementFans of Heartland have a chance to take home items worn on screen by Amber Marshall and other stars of the long-running TV series. The items are available for bidding during a Heartland Fan Appreciation Auction held in collaboration with Hall’s Auction Services Ltd.

Early risers can soon enjoy classical music when the Vernon Performing Arts Centre launches its new 2013/14 Morning Melodies series. Early risers can soon enjoy classical music when the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Society launches its new 2013/14 Morning Melodies series. The series of intimate classical music concerts take place on select Tuesday mornings throughout the year in the centre’s Marie Fleming Hall. Barnes is known for his engaging, imaginative interpretations and commanding stage presence, and is sure to provide a stunning and diverse morning of music, said Kennedy. Subscriptions and single tickets for the Morning Melodies series are now available at the Ticket Seller box office.

Former prime minister Brian Mulroney speaks during the Atlantic Economic Forum at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, N.S., in 2023. Andy Hakin is president of St. Francis Xavier University. Andrew Hakin is the president of St. Francis Xavier University. Story continuesFormer St. Francis Xavier University president Sean Riley's 2011 employment contract allowed him to collect $1.2 million for administrative leave he did not take. Sean Riley was St. Francis Xavier University president for 18 years from 1996 until his retirement in 2014.

Then in 2023 she discovered Isaruit Inuit Arts at Ottawa’s former Rideau High School building. “But [Inuit culture] isn’t really just about that, it’s about being part of a whole community. The Ottawa Inuit community, the largest in Canada outside of the North, is estimated by several community groups to be between 3,700 and 6,000. There are four recognized Inuit regions in northern Canada, but Inuit in Ottawa are not recognized as an Inuit community in the policies, she said. He says he wants other Inuit in Ottawa to know Isaruit is place they’re always welcome.

The Carleton School of Journalism and Communication is excited to host political cartoonist and Member of the Order of Canada Michael de Adder to deliver the 2024 Kesterton Lecture, “How (not) to get cancelled in 2024”. The annual Kesterton Lecture honours the memory of Wilfred Kesterton – one of Carleton’s original journalism professors – and usually touches on some aspect of Canadian journalism and public affairs. The Kesterton Lecture is free to attend and open to the public, but registration is required for in-person attendance. All in-person attendees are invited to a reception to meet Michael de Adder following the lecture. Carleton Journalism would like to thank CBC Ideas for their support of the 2024 Kesterton Lecture.

Let that lawn go brown, or rewild your yardA brown lawn is not a dead lawn, so consider letting your lawn go. You can get a low-flow showerhead for as little as $15 or less, and the energy savings in hot water will pay that off fairly quickly. Install faucet aeratorsWater-saving faucet aerators help you cut down on water use, which will cut down on your electricity costs. Take shorter showersTake three minutes off your shower times and the savings, both in water use and in energy savings, will add up. Plus, an ENERGY STAR front-loading machine can cut water use by nearly 40% and electricity use up to 65% compared to a conventional top-loader.

Former Winnipeg Blue Bomber Craig Roh dies at 33 – CBC.caDefensive lineman Craig Roh, who won a Gray Cup with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2019, has died. Roh’s wife Chelsea confirmed his death on social media. “His dedication to representing the BC Lions and helping others is also evident in the many hours he puts into our team’s school programs. Our thoughts are with Craig’s wife Chelsea, son Max and their entire family at this difficult time. “Condolences to [Chelsea] and the Roh Family.

Media Statement1 March 2024President Ramaphosa mourns passing of former Prime Minister of Canada, Brian MulroneyPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his sadness at the passing of Mr Brian Mulroney, former Prime Minister of Canada and Esteemed Member of the National Order of the Companions of OR Tambo. Mr Mulroney, who served as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1993, has passed away at the age of 84. On behalf of Government and the nation, President Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the government and people of Canada and especially Mr Mulroney’s family on the passing of a leader who holds a special place in South Africa’s history. On Freedom Day 2015, Mr Mulroney was honoured with the National Order of the Companions of OR Tambo (Gold), “for his exceptional contribution to the liberation movement of South Africa. President Ramaphosa said: “Prime Minister Mulroney led Canada during a critical decade in which our struggle for freedom culminated in the dismantling of apartheid.