Canada Post presents union with 'framework' to reach deal as strike continues

Canada Post has presented the union representing some 55,000 striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements, the corporation said.

A statement issued Sunday said the framework includes proposals to bring greater flexibility to Canada Post's delivery model and shows "movement on other key issues" in the labour dispute that's stretching into the holiday season.

Autumn Nelon Streetman welcomes new baby on late mother's birthday

A sparkle of joy has been added to the Nelon family after a year of tragedy.  

On Sunday, Dec. 1, Autumn Nelon Streetman and her husband, Jamie, welcomed their son Rhett James Streetman to the world.

Rhett was born just before 8 p.m. weighing in at 7lbs, 9oz.

"The hardest but most rewarding thing I’ve ever done," said Autumn in a post on Facebook. "Happy birthday Mama, I think you would love this birthday gift."

Verse of the Day: December 2

Hebrews 1:1-2

In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe.

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The real thing

Galatians 2:20

Back in 1958 when I was a young marine stationed on the island of Okinawa, I became closely associated with a man I deeply admired. His name was Bob Newkirk. 

I didn't know what it was exactly that first drew me to Bob. More than anything else, I guess, there was something refreshingly unpretentious about him. He was devoted to the things of the Lord, no question, but it was never on parade, never for the purpose of public display. And I loved that. 

Verse of the Day: December 1

John 1:1-2

The Word Became Flesh

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning.

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The secret place

Psalm 27:8; Psalm 91:1

The psalmist said, "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty" (Psalm 91:1). 

Do you have a place of shelter where you seek only His face? Do you spend time in that secret place? 

Have you given prayer the priority it deserves? And when you pray, do you remember that it is the Lord's face you seek? 

Manitoba Métis Federation to be first Métis group with modern treaty in Canada

The Manitoba Métis Federation will be the first Métis group to sign a modern treaty with the federal government, bringing a near conclusion to a more than 150-year fight for recognition.

"I need to get some chapstick because I can't stop smiling," said Manitoba Métis Federation President David Chartrand.

"This is one of the great times in our history, one of the truly historical moments that will live on forever."

Verse of the Day: November 30

2 Peter 3:10-11

But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare. Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives

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