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CBC
a day ago
- Politics
- CBC
Happy City hoping to inspire candidates ahead of N.L. election season
Newfoundland and Labrador is about four months out from what will likely become election season in the province — and a St. John's non-profit group thinks there will likely be some big changes at the local level. "I don't think a lot of people want to go back to an all-white, all-male city council that doesn't include a lot of other perspectives in the community," said Drew Richardson, vice-chair of Happy City, and group that says they want to inform and facilitate public dialouge around civic issues in the city. Richardson said they're expecting to see some a shakeup at some municipal council tables as people seek inclusivity. The group is working to recruit a diverse set of candidates for the province's municipal elections, and is running what they're calling a campaign school for anyone interested in running for council, joining a campaign staff, or engaging in the electoral process. It's happening in the MUN dining hall on Sat. June 14, and includes four panels at MUN's R. Gushue Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. N.T. Richardson thinks the fear of losing holds back some people from running, but he said it shouldn't. "I don't think there's any shame in losing an election because just inherently running yourself brings your network into the arena of municipal politics, and that makes the arena stronger," he said. The province's requirements for candidates is that they're eligible to vote in the area they're running, be a resident of the municipality for at least 30 days before the nomination period, not owe money to the municipality, work for the current council or for another level of government as a politician or a judge. The municipal elections will happen across N.L. on Oct. 2, bringing voters to the polls in 276 incorporated municipalities less than two weeks before the Oct. 14 deadline for a provincial election. The Liberals, PCs, and NDP are already getting candidates nominated and ready to hit the campaign trail, but Premier John Hogan has not said when he'll call an election.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
This Is the Happiest City in the World Right Now—and No, It's Not in Finland
Copenhagen, Denmark, was named the happiest city in the world. Zurich ranked second, while Singapore placed third; last year's winner, Aarhus, also in Denmark, is in fourth. The highest-ranking U.S. cities on the list are New York, which came in 17th, and Minneapolis, which took the 30th you're looking for a little more happiness in your life, consider moving to Denmark, home to the happiest city on the year, the Institute for Quality of Life releases its Happy City index, ranking cities "committed to cultivating and growing happiness" based on factors such as education, inclusive policies, the economy, environmental protection, and access to green areas. Overall, the organization looks at 82 different indicators of joy, including individual interviews with residents in cities across the globe. And this year's list is topped by Copenhagen. According to the findings, the Danish capital ranks high thanks to its "commitment to education and innovation," as well as its transparency in governance, sustainability, and access to health care. "Health and well-being are cornerstones of life in Copenhagen," the report noted. "The city boasts universal health care coverage, with every resident insured and access to 4.4 doctors per 1,000 inhabitants. Life expectancy stands at 79.9 years, supported by a well-balanced lifestyle that includes an average workweek of 37 hours." Travel Guide | How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Copenhagen | Learn More Zurich, Switzerland, was second, followed by Singapore. Another Danish city, Aarhus, which topped the ranking in 2024, is fourth, and Antwerp, Belgium, is fifth. Denmark, which was named the second-happiest country in the world earlier this year after Finland, has seven cities in the top 50 alone. The highest-ranking U.S. cities on this year's list are New York, which came in at No. 17, and Minneapolis, which is 30th. However, the Institute for Quality of Life notes, "If there's one takeaway from our extensive research, it's this: no single city can be labelled as the absolute best at ensuring the happiness of its citizens over the long haul [...] At best, we might highlight cities for specific achievements or improvements in a given year. But that's not our main goal. We're all about uncovering and celebrating positive trends that boost happiness around the world." See the full rankings and details of each city at Related | This Is the Happiest Country in the World, According to New Data | Learn More Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
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Travel + Leisure
05-05-2025
- Health
- Travel + Leisure
This Is the Happiest City in the World Right Now—and No, It's Not in Finland
Copenhagen, Denmark, was named the happiest city in the world. Zurich ranked second, while Singapore placed third; last year's winner, Aarhus, also in Denmark, is in fourth. The highest-ranking U.S. cities on the list are New York, which came in 17th, and Minneapolis, which took the 30th spot. If you're looking for a little more happiness in your life, consider moving to Denmark, home to the happiest city on the planet. Each year, the Institute for Quality of Life releases its Happy City index, ranking cities "committed to cultivating and growing happiness" based on factors such as education, inclusive policies, the economy, environmental protection, and access to green areas. Overall, the organization looks at 82 different indicators of joy, including individual interviews with residents in cities across the globe. And this year's list is topped by Copenhagen. According to the findings, the Danish capital ranks high thanks to its "commitment to education and innovation," as well as its transparency in governance, sustainability, and access to health care. "Health and well-being are cornerstones of life in Copenhagen," the report noted. "The city boasts universal health care coverage, with every resident insured and access to 4.4 doctors per 1,000 inhabitants. Life expectancy stands at 79.9 years, supported by a well-balanced lifestyle that includes an average workweek of 37 hours." Zurich, Switzerland, was second, followed by Singapore. Another Danish city, Aarhus, which topped the ranking in 2024, is fourth, and Antwerp, Belgium, is fifth. Denmark, which was named the second-happiest country in the world earlier this year after Finland, has seven cities in the top 50 alone. The highest-ranking U.S. cities on this year's list are New York, which came in at No. 17, and Minneapolis, which is 30th. However, the Institute for Quality of Life notes, "If there's one takeaway from our extensive research, it's this: no single city can be labelled as the absolute best at ensuring the happiness of its citizens over the long haul [...] At best, we might highlight cities for specific achievements or improvements in a given year. But that's not our main goal. We're all about uncovering and celebrating positive trends that boost happiness around the world." See the full rankings and details of each city at
