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The frontman of the band Tenth Avenue North, Mike Donehey, is sharing his thoughts on the Christian music scene since the controversy engulfing Michael Tait, former lead singer of the Newsboys, came out. 

"I want to say this about the state of the CCM industry," says Donehey on Instagram. "I've been in the CCM industry since 2007, when my band got signed, and I've seen a lot of good and some not-so-good."

Donahey has more recently released music as a solo artist; however, he is still in Tenth Avenue North. 

Canada's elections commissioner said Wednesday she has no evidence to suggest the federal election result in April was affected by foreign interference, disinformation or voter intimidation — even though the volume of complaints about the campaign shot way up.

In a preliminary report, Commissioner Caroline Simard said her office received more than 16,000 complaints about the spring campaign that ended on April 28 — seven times the number of complaints received in the 2019 and 2021 elections.

Sen. Patrick Brazeau is said to be recovering after collapsing on the Senate floor on Wednesday in the midst of debate on the federal government's major projects bill.

Brazeau, 50, rose to speak shortly after 4 p.m. before falling over sideways onto the floor.

A Senate spokesman says Brazeau appears to be recovering following an examination by paramedics.

Warning: The following video contains mild foul language and a medical event.

Leviticus 19:18

"'Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among your people, but love your neighbour as yourself. I am the Lord.'"

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Psalm 143:10

When Christ becomes our central focus—our reason for existence—contentment replaces our anxiety as well as our fears and insecurities.

This cannot help but impact three of the most prevalent joy-stealers in all of life.

1. He broadens the dimensions of our circumstances. This gives us new confidence...

2. He delivers us from preoccupation with others. This causes our contentment level to rise...

3. He calms our fears regarding ourselves and our future. This provides a burst of fresh hope on a daily basis.

The campground report is sponsored by Happy Trails Campground and Cabins.  

North of Grande Prairie  

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June 25 –  72 sites 

 
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June 25 – CLOSED DUE TO WILDFIRE 

Dunvegan Provincial Park (shop.albertaparks.ca)  

June 25 –  54 sites 

A key member of Alberta's new panel fighting federal overreach says Canada's immigration system needs fixing, but couldn't comment on the panel considering an idea to cut supports for some newcomers.

Business Council of Alberta president Adam Legge says questions about potentially excluding certain immigrants from services like health care should be addressed to Premier Danielle Smith.

Barring services to some newcomers is a solution being put forward on immigration on the panel's website.

Nicole Troyer’s inspiring journey across Alberta in support of mental health awareness is nearing its final stretch, and she’ll be making her way through Grande Prairie tomorrow, June 26. 

In a quick update from the road, Nicole shared she left the Bezanson area this morning and plans to wrap up tonight’s leg at Ritchie Bros. Tomorrow, she’ll depart from there at 9:00 a.m., heading toward the city. 

St. Catherines Catholic School! 

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Whether Alberta should withhold social services from immigrants is among the issues Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is tabling for debate this summer when she travels the province to consult citizens on potential referendum questions.

The tour is part of what Smith has dubbed the "Alberta Next" panel. At a news conference Tuesday, she announced details of its work and named its 15 members.

At the same time, six online surveys were launched on the panel's website, which are to help inform what questions the government puts to a referendum next year.