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Global News
3 days ago
- Health
- Global News
Jess Moskaluke launches Burgers to Beat MS campaign in Saskatoon
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Saskatchewan-born country star Jess Moskaluke helped kick off the 17th annual Burgers to Beat MS campaign on Thursday, drawing fans and supporters to the 8th Street A&W location in Saskatoon. The event is teeing up the nationwide campaign on Aug. 21, which aims to raise funds and awareness for multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that hits close to Moskaluke's heart. Get weekly health news Receive the latest medical news and health information delivered to you every Sunday. Sign up for weekly health newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'I sadly lost my father to multiple sclerosis just after my 16th birthday,' said Moskaluke. The campaign will see $2 from every Teen Burger sold on Aug. 21 donated to MS research and support programs across Canada. 'Those funds are helping people right here in Saskatchewan, advancing treatments and also programming. To help people live their life better day to day,' said Nicole Tiller, an event attendee who has been living with MS since 2012. Story continues below advertisement Watch the video above for the full story.
Cision Canada
08-07-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
Saskatchewan Entrepreneurs Launch Addiction Recovery App on iOS and Android
, July 8, 2025 /CNW/ - A Saskatchewan-born tech startup is redefining how we think about addiction, mental health, and the human experience. Founded by a team with lived experience in both addiction and recovery, AlchemistOne is now available for download on iOS and Android. The app offers a powerful digital companion for those navigating addiction, anxiety, depression, and the often-overlooked complexity of the mind itself. Developed in Regina, with operations spanning Saskatchewan and Alberta, AlchemistOne delivers deeply personalized experiences rooted in mindfulness, introspection, and self-inquiry. Its content is curated by mental health professionals and individuals in long-term recovery from around the world, offering profound insight into what it means to struggle, what it means to think, and how freedom can arise from a healthier relationship with our inner world. "When we're struggling, there can be a prevailing sense that we're broken, or not good enough, or that we don't fit in," said Adam Geiger, Co-Founder and CEO of AlchemistOne. "Freedom comes in discovering that's simply not true." Key features of AlchemistOne include: A growing library of personalized audio and video journeys — from guided meditations to raw, honest reflections by recovering addicts, therapists, and philosophers. In-app workout tracking and integration with wearables. Integrated Quests that encourage deeper reflection through journaling, gratitude practices, and other self-guided activities. Coming soon: AlchemistOne's AI-powered support tool, co-designed with people in recovery and mental health professionals. At the heart of the platform is a lived-experience model that challenges conventional narratives around mental health, offering not just coping strategies, but a reimagined way of relating to ourselves. "AlchemistOne is built on the real experiences of people who've been there, including myself," said Geiger. "Addiction and depression can feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. Our goal is to ensure no one has to face it alone, and to provide hope that there really is another way." With addiction and mental health challenges continuing to rise across Canada and globally, many are turning to new tools and approaches for support. "Technology alone isn't the answer," said Geiger. "But it can be a powerful ally - especially when it's built by and for people in recovery. We're grateful for the opportunity to offer a possible solution." About AlchemistOne AlchemistOne is a mental health and addiction recovery platform designed to help people reframe their relationship with the mind. The app combines evidence-informed tools, community-driven content, and soon, AI-assisted support — all grounded in lived experience — to empower individuals seeking freedom from addiction. SOURCE AlchemistOne Inc.
Ottawa Citizen
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Ottawa Citizen
NHL Entry Draft: A return to Disneyland, it is, for Ducks pick Roger McQueen
A return to Disneyland is in the cards for Roger McQueen and his family. Article content The 6-foot-5 forward from Saskatoon — whose family made a point of taking in Disneyland prior to the National Hockey League Entry Draft — ended up getting selected by the Anaheim Ducks at 10th overall Friday in Los Angeles. Article content Just as fittingly, McQueen lists former Ducks great and fellow Saskatchewan-born forward Ryan Getzlaf as the one player he has patterned his game while playing for the Western Hockey League's Brandon Wheat Kings. Article content Article content 'What we really liked — obviously he has size — but what goes along with that is the skill and skating ability and basically a really hard player to play against,' said Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek. 'We're looking forward to him being a power forward for our organization. Article content Article content 'We can't be more happy. You'll just being coming up down the road (from L.A.), Rog. We'll see you soon.' Article content McQueen entered the draft as a bit of a question mark following a fracture in his lower back that sidelined him for much of last season. Article content 'I'm so grateful for this,' McQueen told the Ducks brass, led by Verbeek. Article content 'It's unbelievable, especially being to close here (to Los Angeles) and all the fans in the background. It's such a great feeling. I couldn't be more happy.' Article content McQueen played in 20 games, regular season and playoffs, during his shortened season while recovering from a fracture in his lower back. Some NHL teams threw out the caution flag, but not the Ducks and, for that, McQueen is grateful. Article content Article content 'It's unbelievable,' said McQueen. 'It's just one of those thing you've been working towards your entire life. It's kind of crazy. There's no real emotion. It's just shock at this point, but I'm so grateful to be with them and it's unbelievable.' Article content Article content Members of the Sportsnet's NHL Draft panel appeared to like the pick and are pulling for the pride of Saskatoon. Article content 'It's really hard to check people like this and he's not an easy out,' said scout Jason Bukala. Article content 'He'll drop the flippers if things get hard. Ryan Getzlaf, back in the day when Anaheim started to get good, what did they have? They had that meat in the middle of the ice. I'm really pulling for this guy because he worked so hard ot get ready in his draft year and then was set back by injury. You know he was stressed, right? But he tested during the (NHL) combine. He came there 100 per cent healthy, put himself through the paces and I'm hoping for good things for Roger McQueen.'
Calgary Herald
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Calgary Herald
NHL Entry Draft: A return to Disneyland, it is, for Ducks pick Roger McQueen
A return to Disneyland is in the cards for Roger McQueen and his family. Article content The 6-foot-5 forward from Saskatoon — whose family made a point of taking in Disneyland prior to the National Hockey League Entry Draft — ended up getting selected by the Anaheim Ducks at 10th overall Friday in Los Angeles. Article content Just as fittingly, McQueen lists former Ducks great and fellow Saskatchewan-born forward Ryan Getzlaf as the one player he has patterned his game while playing for the Western Hockey League's Brandon Wheat Kings. Article content Article content 'What we really liked — obviously he has size — but what goes along with that is the skill and skating ability and basically a really hard player to play against,' said Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek. 'We're looking forward to him being a power forward for our organization. Article content Article content 'We can't be more happy. You'll just being coming up down the road (from L.A.), Rog. We'll see you soon.' Article content McQueen entered the draft as a bit of a question mark following a fracture in his lower back that sidelined him for much of last season. Article content 'I'm so grateful for this,' McQueen told the Ducks brass, led by Verbeek. Article content 'It's unbelievable, especially being to close here (to Los Angeles) and all the fans in the background. It's such a great feeling. I couldn't be more happy.' Article content McQueen played in 20 games, regular season and playoffs, during his shortened season while recovering from a fracture in his lower back. Some NHL teams threw out the caution flag, but not the Ducks and, for that, McQueen is grateful. Article content Article content 'It's unbelievable,' said McQueen. 'It's just one of those thing you've been working towards your entire life. It's kind of crazy. There's no real emotion. It's just shock at this point, but I'm so grateful to be with them and it's unbelievable.' Article content Article content Members of the Sportsnet's NHL Draft panel appeared to like the pick and are pulling for the pride of Saskatoon. Article content 'It's really hard to check people like this and he's not an easy out,' said scout Jason Bukala. Article content 'He'll drop the flippers if things get hard. Ryan Getzlaf, back in the day when Anaheim started to get good, what did they have? They had that meat in the middle of the ice. I'm really pulling for this guy because he worked so hard ot get ready in his draft year and then was set back by injury. You know he was stressed, right? But he tested during the (NHL) combine. He came there 100 per cent healthy, put himself through the paces and I'm hoping for good things for Roger McQueen.'
Vancouver Sun
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
NHL Entry Draft: A return to Disneyland, it is, for Ducks pick Roger McQueen
A return to Disneyland is in the cards for Roger McQueen and his family. The 6-foot-5 forward from Saskatoon — whose family made a point of taking in Disneyland prior to the National Hockey League Entry Draft — ended up getting selected by the Anaheim Ducks at 10th overall Friday in Los Angeles. Just as fittingly, McQueen lists former Ducks great and fellow Saskatchewan-born forward Ryan Getzlaf as the one player he has patterned his game while playing for the Western Hockey League's Brandon Wheat Kings. 'What we really liked — obviously he has size — but what goes along with that is the skill and skating ability and basically a really hard player to play against,' said Ducks general manager Pat Verbeek. 'We're looking forward to him being a power forward for our organization. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'We can't be more happy. You'll just being coming up down the road (from L.A.), Rog. We'll see you soon.' McQueen entered the draft as a bit of a question mark following a fracture in his lower back that sidelined him for much of last season. 'I'm so grateful for this,' McQueen told the Ducks brass, led by Verbeek. 'It's unbelievable, especially being to close here (to Los Angeles) and all the fans in the background. It's such a great feeling. I couldn't be more happy.' McQueen played in 20 games, regular season and playoffs, during his shortened season while recovering from a fracture in his lower back. Some NHL teams threw out the caution flag, but not the Ducks and, for that, McQueen is grateful. 'It's unbelievable,' said McQueen. 'It's just one of those thing you've been working towards your entire life. It's kind of crazy. There's no real emotion. It's just shock at this point, but I'm so grateful to be with them and it's unbelievable.' Members of the Sportsnet's NHL Draft panel appeared to like the pick and are pulling for the pride of Saskatoon. 'It's really hard to check people like this and he's not an easy out,' said scout Jason Bukala. 'He'll drop the flippers if things get hard. Ryan Getzlaf, back in the day when Anaheim started to get good, what did they have? They had that meat in the middle of the ice. I'm really pulling for this guy because he worked so hard ot get ready in his draft year and then was set back by injury. You know he was stressed, right? But he tested during the (NHL) combine. He came there 100 per cent healthy, put himself through the paces and I'm hoping for good things for Roger McQueen.' Sam Cosentino echoed those sentiments. 'You can see that he's a Pat Verbeek type of player,' said Cosentino. 'What you're getting is a big guy down the middle of the ice. He can skate. He's got ton of skill. He can shoot the puck extremely well, but you see the smile on his face. This guy is not fake. He's got that gregarious personality and, similar to (No. 1 pick overall Matthew) Schaefer, when he walks into a room, he shake your hand, looks you in the eye and he's happy to be there. This type of character, I love what McQueen brings to the table and I'm really interested to see what happens. 'It looks to all signs to him being healthy right now.' Cosentino said there was such a wide divergence with NHL people he had talked with on McQueen in terms of the medicals. 'There were some teams that said, 'no.' There were other teams that said, 'yeah, maybe later.' There were other teams that said, 'multi-picks.' And other teams were saying, 'If he's there for us, we are taking him. So Anaheim is obviously that team.' dzary@ The Saskatoon Star Phoenix has created an Afternoon Headlines newsletter that can be delivered daily to your inbox so you are up to date with the most vital news of the day. Click here to subscribe. With some online platforms blocking access to the journalism upon which you depend, our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed. Click here to subscribe.
