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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1862, The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1951, Cheryl Ladd, American actress was born. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 1971, The Australian Aboriginal flag is flown for the first time. In 1979, Olive Morris, Jamaican-English civil rights activist (born 1952) passed away. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2004, Betty Oliphant, English-Canadian ballerina, co-founded the National Ballet School of Canada (born 1918) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Calgary public school board says no to 'pride parade' while Edmonton public school board is all in
Two different Alberta school boards have surprising answers as to whether they will be participating in both the Edmonton and Calgary pride parades at the end of August and early September.
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Western Standard
· Jun 23, 2026
RancheView School in Cochrane holds 'Pride Day' for children aged five to 14 years old
RancheView School in Cochrane, AB, has recently celebrated Pride Day — with some unique claims being made about the school and how they conducted the day's events.
The Advocate
· Jun 26, 2026
Oregon Pride march canceled after organizers say police wouldn’t protect eventgoers
Organizers of a Pride march in Oregon have canceled the event, citing concerns about violence, distrust of police, and what they described as a lack of support from law enforcement.
Irish News
· Jul 11, 2026
What’s the point in celebrating Pride Month?
What’s the point in celebrating Pride Month?
NDTV
· Jul 4, 2026
US Independence Day Parade Cancelled As Extreme Heat Grips Washington DC
America's National Independence Day Parade in Washington DC has been cancelled as extreme heat grips the US, with the heat index expected to reach as high as 46 degrees Celsius.
TheJournal.ie
· Jun 27, 2026
Are you going to any Pride events this weekend?
Parades are taking place across the country this weekend.
Coffman Chronicle
· Jul 4, 2026
America’s Independence Day Parade Canceled in D.C. After Extreme Heat Warning
Washington, D.C.’s America’s Independence Day Parade was canceled after officials warned that extreme heat would make conditions dangerous for participants, staff and spectators.
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Related coverage for "Calgary public school board says no to 'pride parade' while Edmonton public school board is all in": Western Standard — RancheView School in Cochrane holds 'Pride Day' for children aged five to 14 years old. The Advocate — Oregon Pride march canceled after organizers say police wouldn’t protect eventgoers. Irish News — What’s the point in celebrating Pride Month?. NDTV — US Independence Day Parade Cancelled As Extreme Heat Grips Washington DC. TheJournal.ie — Are you going to any Pride events this weekend? . Coffman Chronicle — America’s Independence Day Parade Canceled in D.C. After Extreme Heat Warning