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G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Niagara to Hear Ukraine’s Plea Amid Escalating War

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven (G7) nations gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario , for high-stakes talks with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister as Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine’s power grid. The meeting, hosted by Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand , comes at a critical moment as rolling blackouts sweep across Ukraine ahead of winter. Foreign ministers from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union posed for a family photo before beginning discussions. Ukraine’s foreign minister is expected to brief the group on the humanitarian and security consequences of Russia’s latest attacks, which have left millions vulnerable to freezing temperatures. The summit is not limited to Ukraine. Ministers are also addressing broader geopolitical challenges, including instability in the Middle East and shifting trade relationships. Still, Ukraine remains the centerpiece of the agenda, with G7 leaders reaffirming ...
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Mountain Paradise, Lingering Stench: Canmore’s Ongoing Wastewater Woes

                                            Cyclists ride through downtown Canmore, Alta., on Monday, April 24, 2023.

Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of the Rockies, the town of Canmore, Alberta, continues to grapple with an unpleasant problem that has lingered for decades — the persistent sewage odour from its wastewater treatment plant, originally built in the 1990s.

Despite millions of dollars invested in upgrades and mitigation efforts, residents say the stench still drifts across neighbourhoods, particularly during warmer months. Locals have even coined tongue-in-cheek slogans, such as “Come climb a peak; don’t mind the reek,” to highlight the issue.

Town officials acknowledge the problem remains a top priority. Mayor Sean Krausert has emphasized that while the odour is a complex challenge, council is committed to finding a long-term solution. Recent measures include multi-million-dollar projects aimed at modernizing the facility and reducing emissions, but so far, the smell has proven stubborn.

For residents who have lived with the problem for years, the hope is that Canmore’s reputation as a pristine mountain destination will one day be restored — without the unwelcome reminder of its wastewater plant.


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