MEG Energy: Leading the Charge in Sustainable Heavy Oil Production

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation supports the Royal Alexandra Hospital's mission to improve healthcare in Alberta. It funds advancements in education, research, technology, and facility upgrades. The hospital campus houses specialized centers such as the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, the CK Hui Heart Centre, the Orthopedic Surgery Centre, and the Eye Institute of Alberta. Alberta Health Services allows flexible visiting hours based on patient needs and wishes at Edmonton zone hospitals. Located in Edmonton's inner city, the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) serves a diverse community across Alberta, Western Canada, and the Territories. It provides patient-centered care, advanced medical technologies, innovative research, and education.

Assistant Crown attorney Meaghan Cunningham is involved in the trial which began April 25th. Tensions flared outside court as cross-examination continued in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial. Defence lawyers argued jurors were thinking negatively about them before the trial even started. Hilary Dudding is a top-level criminal lawyer who is representing the defence. She graduated from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law and obtained her Master of Laws in Criminal Law and Procedure from Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. Dudding teaches Trial Advocacy to students at Osgoode Law School and is a panel member on Legal Aid Ontario’s Exceptions Committee.

Island Lake is a lake in northeastern Manitoba, Canada, near the Ontario border. Three First Nations communities—Wasagamack, St. Theresa Point, and Garden Hill—are located on or around the lake. Island Lake First Nation (Ministikwan Indian Reserve) is a separate Cree First Nation in Saskatchewan with 1,139 members. Island Lake Family Services prioritizes keeping families together by providing tailored support to parents and guardians. They work to empower families, foster stability, and integrate traditional practices into their programs.

A judicial recount in the southern Ontario riding of Milton East-Halton Hills South confirmed Liberal Kristina Tesser Derksen won the seat. The recount, which automatically happens when candidates are separated by less than 0.1% of valid votes, narrowed her margin of victory to 21 votes over Conservative Parm Gill from the original 29 votes. Tesser Derksen is a lifelong Miltonian and two-term town councillor. Her victory means Milton town council will need to fill her vacated seat.

The Premier League is England's highest professional football league. The top five teams qualify for European competitions, along with the FA Cup winner. If the FA Cup winner is already in the top five or has won another major UEFA tournament, the sixth-place team gets the Europa League spot.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is increasingly using facial recognition technology at airports, aiming to streamline border entry for international travelers. Global Entry, a program allowing expedited clearance, utilizes facial recognition upon arrival. Automated Passport Control kiosks expedite the process by allowing travelers to fill out customs forms electronically before disembarking. While these technologies aim for efficiency, concerns exist regarding privacy and potential discrimination due to facial recognition's history of misidentifying nonwhite faces. Lawmakers have proposed a moratorium on government use of facial recognition, highlighting the ethical considerations surrounding this technology.

Conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms this afternoon, potentially producing strong gusts, large hail, and heavy rain. Heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding and significantly reduced visibility. Strong winds can damage trees or buildings and overturn vehicles. Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are right for thunderstorms that could bring hail, heavy rain, or destructive winds. Continue to monitor alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada.

Jamie Benn began his hockey career with the Peninsula Eagles minor hockey association and attended Stelly's Secondary School. He joined the Dallas Stars in 2009 and scored his first NHL goal against Roberto Luongo of the Vancouver Canucks in his fourth game. Benn reached 100 NHL goals on January 23, 2014, during a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He is the younger brother of defenseman Jordie Benn.

The 105th Memorial Cup will be held at Colisée Financière Sun Life in Rimouski, Quebec, Canada in 2025. The tournament format is a four-team round-robin. The host team is the Rimouski Océanic, who won the right to host in December 2023. This marks the second time Rimouski has hosted the Memorial Cup. The CHL will award various prizes at the conclusion of the tournament, including the Memorial Cup All-Star Team.

The article discusses a preference for white button mushrooms and its connection to the friendship between Alice Waters (founder of Chez Panisse) and Marion Cunningham. The author recounts how Waters introduced Cunningham to James Beard at Chez Panisse in 1974, highlighting their influence on American food culture.

MEG Energy is a Canadian company specializing in producing heavy oil using in-situ methods. They claim to be the leading player in this field. Their success relies on innovative technologies that minimize energy and water consumption, as well as capital and operating costs. MEG's business strategy aims to generate sustainable free cash flow by utilizing its high-quality assets and skilled workforce.

The PGA Championship is underway at Quail Hollow, and Scottie Scheffler's strong start has him considered a favorite to win. The course conditions will likely play a significant role in determining the final leaderboard.

Victoria Day is a Canadian statutory holiday celebrated on the Monday preceding May 25th. It commemorates the birthday of Queen Victoria and is observed with fireworks, parades, and other festivities. Canada is the only country that officially celebrates Queen Victoria's birthday with a holiday. While not a paid public holiday in all provinces, Victoria Day is recognized as a government holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia (considered a "non-statutory holiday"), and Prince Edward Island.

Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy will table the 2025 budget on May 15th. The budget will outline the government's spending plans and commitments for the upcoming year. The Progressive Conservatives campaigned on providing tens of billions in stimulus funding for the provincial economy. Bethlenfalvy stated he will continue to support provincial workers but did not specify the amount of additional funding.

Sam Gagner played midget hockey with the Toronto Marlboros in 2004-05, where he played alongside future NHL player John Tavares. He was drafted sixth overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2007 NHL entry draft. Gagner is the son of former NHL player Dave Gagner, who played for several teams over his 15-season career. His sister, Jessica Gagner, played hockey for Dartmouth Big Green women's ice hockey program.

Quebec chef Giovanni Apollo is facing accusations of fabricating his past, including his birth, qualifications, and even his name. A La Presse article by Isabelle Hachey alleges that Apollo's claims about his childhood are untrue, and photos in his book "Pastapollo" were a joke. Apollo confirmed these details to La Presse. Further accusations against Apollo include serving gnu meat (an African wildebeest) at a 2006 charity dinner, despite suppliers denying having imported or supplied it to him. He was previously accused of sexual misconduct.

Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán was a leader of the Sinaloa Cartel. The cartel smuggled narcotics to major US cities, including Arizona, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and more. Guzmán oversaw this operation, discussing methamphetamine shipments to locations like Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Ohio, and Tucson. He bribed corrupt officials with millions of dollars in exchange for assistance. Guzmán laundered money through bulk cash smuggling from the US to Mexico. Internal conflicts arose within the Sinaloa Cartel, leading to violence and meetings between key leaders like Ismael Zambada García ("El Mayo"), Juan José Esparragoza Moreno ("El Azul"), and Arturo Beltrán Leyva. The cartel used violence to maintain its power, possessing weapons like grenades and rocket-propelled grenade launchers. They corrupted various officials, including law enforcement officers, prison guards, high-ranking military members, and elected officials.

Fireworks are often associated with celebrations, but their use can pose significant risks to public safety and the environment. Many regions are considering or implementing firework bans due to concerns about wildfires, air pollution, and noise disturbances.