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Uber launches new features for seniors, one expert says the problem is not age-related
Popular ridesharing service Uber is launching features geared to seniors. Other companies like Lyft also have these options. Cosmin Munteanu, a professor at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging, says he appreciates the development but such programs still come off as patronizing and an after-thought. A Waterloo region senior also has thoughts on aging and technology, including rideshares.
There's 'overwhelming' demand for this Kitchener summer swim program for BIPOC, low-income families
Afropolitan Canada is now running for the third year, an eight-week swim program for newcomers, women, and children who are low income and/or BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of colour). There are 197 participants who will learn to swim this summer with 250 additional people on the waiting list.
No summer camp? No worries. Kitchener has a free summer drop-in program at 3 parks
Play in the Park is a free drop-in program by the city of Kitchener. Three parks will host outdoor games, crafts and activities. No pre-registration required.
University of Waterloo partners with Grenada-based school to address the doctor shortage in Canada
The University of Waterloo is looking to address a national doctors shortage, a problem affecting millions, through a partnership with an international medical school. Students can now apply for the September 2026 inaugural class. Graduates would earn a degree from the University Waterloo and another one from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada.
Whitehorse's McIntyre Creek area is now a territorial park
Chasàn Chùa Territorial Park was designated a "natural environment park" in a decision involving both local First Nations and other governments.
Yukon First Nations graduation turns 50
The annual Yukon First Nations graduation ceremony took place on Friday in Whitehorse. Over 120 high school students from communities and First Nations across the territory were there, to celebrate their achievements and show off their regalia.
Meet the only northerner on Canada's youth council for climate and the environment
A young person from Whitehorse will be on Canada's Environment and Climate Change Youth Council for the next two years. Pearl Pique Carpina is the sole member from the northern territories among a dozen youth from across the country who will make up the second cohort of the council. They were named earlier this month.
Workshops in N.W.T. explore co-ops as alternative for northern business
A Yellowknife-based learning and research centre recently hosted some workshops looking at co-operatives as an alternative model for northern businesses.
Northern entrepreneurship program focuses on Indigenous languages
A group of Indigenous entrepreneurs from across the North were in Whitehorse last week, learning about building sustainable businesses and livelihoods with a focus on Indigenous languages.
Takhini River Bridge still a safety concern for local resident, MLA
A resident north of Whitehorse says the Takhini River Bridge is increasingly unsafe. She's been living in the area for almost 20 years. MLA for Lake Laberge, Brad Cathers, where the bridge is located, agrees. Cathers says he regularly hears concerns about the bridge and close calls.