-As of yesterday afternoon, there are 64 wildfires burning in Alberta, with the risk considered extreme along the eastern slopes of the Rockies, from Jasper National Park to Calgary.
And while things have improved thanks to a bit of rain in the northern part of the province, the risk is still considered very high around Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, Whitecourt and Edson.
There was some good news for evacuated residents of Chateh, as they were allowed to head back home yesterday.
But those in the Fort Chipewyan region are still out.

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-The Alberta Association of Ag Societies is offering support for farmers and ranchers who’ve been affected by the wildfires.
To be eligible, a producer would have to have a farm or ranch in an area where an evacuation took place, or if the provincial government had declared it a disaster region.
Just one nomination is allowed per family, but farmers can nominate themselves or someone can do it on their behalf.
The deadline is June 15th.  (photo courtesy of AAAS)

TO APPLY:

Agricultural Societies Wildfire Fund – FCC

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-On a national basis, at least 26-thousand people are still out of their homes and more than 2-hundred wildfires are considered out of control.
BC NDP MP Richard Cannings says an emergency debate is needed on wildfire preparation.
He says we really need prevention and education in this country.

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-Despite a lot of searching yesterday, there’s been no sign of a 14-year old boy who was swept away Sunday while swimming with friends near Terwillegar Park in the North Saskatchewan River.
More searching is expected to happen today.

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-Edmonton police have launched an online portal where hate crimes can be reported.
Police say it will help those who don’t feel comfortable calling them or heading into a police station.
It can also be used by those reporting on behalf of someone.

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-With today being the 79th anniversary of D-Day, the Veterans Association of Edmonton is asking for donations for their food bank.
It can either be done by taking them to the Elks home opener this coming Sunday, or by dropping them off at the Veterans Association on the west side of town.
More than 1-thousand vets get help from both Associations in Edmonton and Calgary, either through their food banks, with Veterans Affairs paperwork or mental health supports.
The Edmonton building is on 111th Avenue and 185th Street.

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-Health Canada says the country is dealing with a shortage of at least 23 prescription medications, with critical shortages of some chemo drugs.
This would be for some types of leukemia and thyroid cancers.
Healthcare officials are conserving their current supplies, while waiting for shipments from the drug companies they deal with.

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-The people at Milk2Go are inviting Canadians to “guess the mystery milk flavour”.
They’ve got a new limited edition one, and if you get it right, you’ve got a chance to win a vacation to a secret destination.
The mystery milk is available at grocery stores right now so you can try it out.
To enter the contest, head to milk2go.com.

To guess the flavour, Canadians can visit www.milk2go.com/en/mystery-flavour.

The contest is open to all Canadian residents. Stay on your toes, as clues will be dropped on June 12, July 10, and August 14. The contest closes at 6am on September 25, 2023, with the winner being announced the same day at 10am.

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-The Panthers had another bad night against the Golden Knights, as Vegas hit them 7-2 in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup final. Vegas is now leading 2-games to none.

-Astros hit the Jays 11-4 last night. They’ve got another game this afternoon.  Starts at 5:07pm.