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Canadian politicians like to say there is no longer debate on the topic of abortion, yet Americans campaign on the issue.

The first week of October is World Breastfeeding Week in Canada. All across the country people will be celebrating all that breastfeeding offers to babies, mothers, families, communities, and our planet.

Nelson Fire and Rescue Services will again be joining up with Panago during Fire Prevention Week to offer some lucky delivery customers the chance to win a free order.

Kootenay Quilters Quilt Show will be held at the Prestige Inn on October 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and October 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Exactly one year following the release of one of the most talked about media stories in the Kootenays, Jon Steinman — the producer and host of Kootenay Co-op Radio’s Deconstructing Dinner, has been named a finalist for the Jack Webster Award in Community Reporting.

This Sunday, Nelson animal lovers will be offered a chance to break the law for a good cause. For one morning only, Lakeside Park will welcome dogs as part of the 2011 Scotiabank and BC SPCA Paws for a Cause.

Earth Matters is currently recruiting compost enthusiasts.

An empowering step women can take is to invest time in learning more about the complex and sometimes confusing world of financial matters. Regardless of income level every woman can benefit from more knowledge about her options and what financial services and programs are available.

The Nelson Friends of the Family is holding a fundraiser this Saturday in conjunction with Maglio Building Centre’s 34th anniversary celebrations.

Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish was first cast into the public eye during the Gaza War that began in late 2008. In January 2009, two days before the end of Israel’s 22-day assault on Gaza, Israeli shells fell on Abuelaish’s family home, brutally killing three of his daughters and their cousin.