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Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
Yay for T-Bay!
Peering out our Thunder Bay waterfront hotel window, I exclaimed, 'There's a big guy sleeping out here! No. Maybe he's dead!' Margie rushed to see, imploring 'Where?' I pointed to Lake Superior's famous landform — The Sleeping Giant. photos by Gord Mackintosh / Free Press Even perfect sunrises don't awaken the Sleeping Giant. 'I fell for that!?' she growled. We drove from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay this April. After many kilometres of moose pasture east of Dryden — we counted 22 moose 'Night Danger' signs — the Nor'Wester Mountains rise ahead. The flat-topped range impresses with myriad shapes and sheer cliffs. To Prairie drivers, it's the Rockies in half the time. Kakabeka Falls then stuns. To Prairie drivers, it's Niagara Falls in one-third the time. Upstream spruce bogs infuse its roaring golden waters. In April, enjoy the bonus of ice-packed canyon walls — and no park fees. After May 9, walk in backwards. Wait — that might not go well here. Thunder Bay's Current River rushes violently. To witness kilometre-long rapids, carefully follow Cascades Conservation Area's Yellow Trail. You've wrongly meandered onto the Green Trail if the rapids' rumbling becomes fainter — duh, Gord. Downstream, Trowbridge Falls surges. Unlike mid-July camping memories of lazing in these rapids, spring runoff would sweep me and my koozie down to Boulevard Lake's beach. Below Boulevard's dam, glittering cascades enthrall. Folks fish from urban rivers. Off Central Avenue, I asked a fisher casting in the McIntyre River, 'Whatcha fishin' for? Old rubbers?' The surprising reply: 'Steelhead trout.' I told Margie, 'They fish those with magnets.' Golden waters roar at Kakabeka Falls. Thunder Bay lies on the world's biggest freshwater lake. Despite grand vistas with spectacular sunrises, Superior's lakefront has been crowded with trains, grain elevators and industry. Even the ol' Sea-Vue Motel backs onto Maki's Diesel Repair. But now behold lakeside marinas, walkways, public art. A waterfront art gallery opens soon. Moreover, the new eight-storey Delta hopefully signals the arrival of modern, full-service, shoreline hotels. Room numbers ending in 01, 02 or 04 offer 'Superior' views. Drive east to reflect at the Terry Fox Monument and vista. Westward, pay $10 for the drive-up view from Mount McKay. The Best Western Nor'Wester provides mountain views from even-numbered suites. Better yet, dine with a panorama at The Neebing Roadhouse. The McIntyre River brings steelhead trout into the city. Try yummy Neebing Firebombs. Then cruise into the mountain-framed Slate River Valley for Thunder Oak Cheese Farm curds. Exclaim, 'No whey!' Thunder Bay offers three unusual regional dishes: Finnish pancakes, Coney burgers and Persians. Among Finn pancake eateries, we chose, yes, Kangas Sauna. With 18 sauna rooms for rent, the restaurant section attracts chatty folks, including a snoopy couple arguing about what's best: pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream, or with syrup and bacon. But it's not as if we were yelling. Our friendly server delivered a pun, likely unwittingly. Seeing my almost-devoured layer of four crepe-like pancakes, she asked, 'You gonna Finnish it some more?' Coney burgers mean toppings of meat chili, mustard and onions. Among several joints, we adored these darlings at Westfort's Coney Island and the misnamed McKellar Confectionery. There, gregarious owner George Kelos reminded me that meat chili burgers migrated from this city to Winnipeg where, with more toppings added by the Scouras brothers, Manitoba's iconic Fat Boy emerged. Persians are fried dough with subtly baked-in cinnamon covered in pink frosting. At Holland Bakery, a fellow seeking Persians at 10:30 a.m. was told, 'Sold out!' He replied, 'Ya gotta be quick with Persians!' At The Persian Man, I asked owner Danny Nucci, 'What's your frosting recipe? Raspberry or strawberry and what?' Danny merrily replied, 'If I tell you, I have to kill you.' I said, 'See ya!' A pal later deduced, 'It tastes pinky.' Mount McKay, or Animiki-wajiw (Thunder Mountain), looms over Thunder Bay. I joyously devoured The Sweet North Bakery's Persian frosting-stuffed cruffin (a croissant-muffin mix), licked Merla Mae's Persian ice cream, and sipped Dawson Trail Brewery's Persian-inspired ale. Seeing Sleeping Giant Brewing's huge beer bottle display, I asked, 'How many bottles of beer on the wall?' Staff wisecracked, 'No idea. You might wanna count 'em!' We couldn't spare the afternoon, but thankfully bought its Beaver Duck Session IPA. A beaver duck is a beaver donning a duck hat with handy straps. Thunder Bay delivers more bewilderment. Many street names change while you're driving — one eight times. Winnipeg Avenue boasts four separate sections. And at several major crossroads, street name signs are missing. That's when Margie asked, 'What's this 'Map' function on our dashboard?' The Holiday Inn Motel is unrelated to the lodging chain. Don't expect nips at The Sal. Plus, Thunder Bay 'nips' are gravy-covered burgers. 'Socials' are 'shags.' 'Backpacks' are 'pack sacks.' 'Cottages' are 'camps.' For shopping, local vendors cram Country Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and Goods and Co. from Wednesday to Sunday. And Fort William First Nation sells gas up to 27 cents a litre cheaper. K&A Variety has 32 pumps! Inside, cashiers bark out pump numbers. Yell, 'Bingo!' To get there, navigate the super-skinny James Street Swing Bridge. Margie almost touched its sides. This must be a dream for local auto shops. Hey — should they have names like Half-Way Motors? Mid City Collision? Gore Motors? GORD MACKINTOSH / FREE PRESS Likely a half-hour's supply of Persians at The Persian Man. And then there's Dusty's Car Care. As for the Sleeping Giant, Delta staff assured, 'Someday, maybe he'll wake up!' Don't miss it. gordmackintosh9@
The South African
14-05-2025
- The South African
Five sunrise spots in KZN that are worth waking up for
When the first light hits KwaZulu-Natal, something magical happens. The skies burn gold, the air feels charged, and the land glows with promise. Whether you're chasing peace, adventure, or the perfect photo, these five sunrise spots are more than worth dragging yourself out of bed for… Forget crowds and chaos. At Giants Castle in the central Drakensberg, the sunrise is quiet, powerful, and almost spiritual. The jagged silhouette of the 'Sleeping Giant' catches the first rays of light, turning the basalt cliffs fiery orange. Below, the valleys fill with mist that slowly peels away as the day begins. It's one of the most awe-inspiring scenes in the province – no 4×4 needed, just strong coffee and warm layers. Sunrise at Thompson's Bay. Image: canva Nestled between Ballito and Shaka's Rock, Thompson's Bay is quieter than its neighbours but delivers big on beauty. The beach is framed by dramatic cliffs and the iconic 'Hole in the Wall' tidal pool, which reflects the early light like a mirror. At sunrise, the whole coastline glows, and the beach is often empty – perfect for a solo moment or a peaceful walk. In iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Lake St Lucia offers a sunrise experience layered with nature's soundtrack. Hippos grunt in the distance, birds explode into song, and the sun climbs over the flat waters of the estuary in a slow, glowing arc. It's wild, raw, and beautiful in a completely different way from the coast or mountains. Umhlanga Pier at sunrise. Image: canva This one's for the photographers. The Umhlanga Pier, with its whale-bone arches and moody drama, is a signature spot for sunrise chasers. The sun rises straight over the Indian Ocean here, casting wild colours across the sky and waves. You'll often find joggers, surfers, and early risers taking in the scene. Overlooking the Inanda Dam and Valley of a Thousand Hills, this lesser-known spot offers a powerful contrast: misty hills, deep valleys, and distant views of Durban's skyline. It's a favourite among paragliders and trail runners, but it deserves more love from sunrise seekers. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Abcourt Closes Initial Tranche Non-Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of $1,668,040
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abcourt Mines Inc. ('Abcourt' or the 'Corporation') (TSX Venture: ABI) (OTCQB: ABMBF) is pleased to announce that it has closed a first tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private, for gross proceeds of $1,668,040 (the 'Offering') from the sale of the following: 2,300,000 units of the Corporation (the 'Units') at a price of $0.05 per Unit for gross proceeds $115,000 from the sale of Units; and 25,884,000 common shares of the Corporation that qualify as 'flow-through shares' within the meaning of subsection 66(15) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and section 359.1 of the Taxation Act (Québec) (each, a 'FT Share') at a price of $0.06 per FT Share for gross proceeds of $1,553,040 from the sale of FT Shares. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Corporation and one common share purchase warrant (each, a 'Warrant'). Each Warrant entitles its holder to purchase one common share of the Corporation (each, a 'Warrant Share') at a price of $0.08 per Warrant Share at any time on or before April 3, 2028, subject to acceleration in certain circumstances. The Corporation intends to use the proceeds of the Offering for the exploration and advancement of the Corporation's Flordin and Sleeping Giant gold projects, which are located in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt in Québec, as well as for working capital purposes and general corporate purposes. In connection with the Offering, the Corporation paid finder's fees of $1,051,20 in cash and $91,051.20 in common shares at a deemed value of $0.05 per common share, and issued 1,535,040 Warrants to arm's length third parties who assisted the Corporation by introducing subscribers to the Offering. All securities issued under the Offering are subject to a statutory hold period ending on the date that is four months plus one day following the closing date of the Offering. The Offering remains subject to the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. The securities offered have not been, nor will they be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act, or any state securities law, and may not be offered, sold or delivered, directly or indirectly, within the United States, or to or for the account or benefit of U.S. persons, absent registration or an exemption from such registration requirements. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of securities in any state in the United States in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. ABOUT ABCOURT MINES INC. Abcourt Mines Inc. is a Canadian exploration company with properties strategically located in northwestern Québec, Canada. Abcourt owns the Sleeping Giant mine and mill, as well as the Flordin property, where it focuses its development activities. For more information about Abcourt Mines Inc., please visit our website at and view our filings under Abcourt's profile on Pascal HamelinPresident and CEOT : (819) 768-2857Email: phamelin@ Dany Cenac Robert, Investor RelationsReseau ProMarket Inc.T : (514) 722-2276, poste 456Email : FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Certain information contained in this news release may constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by using forward-looking terminology, such as "plans", "aims", "expects", "projects", "intends", "anticipates", "estimates", "could", "should", "likely", or variations of such words and phrases or statements specifying that certain acts, events or results "may", "should", "will" or "be achieved" or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements, including the expectation of the Corporation with respect to the use of proceeds raised under the Offering, are based on Abcourt's estimates and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Abcourt's actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Forward-looking statements are subject to business, economic and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements, including the relevant assumptions and risk factors set forth in Abcourt's public filings, which are available on SEDAR+ at There can be no assurance that these statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Although Abcourt believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Except as required by applicable securities laws, Abcourt disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any such forward- looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Buzz Feed
26-02-2025
- Business
- Buzz Feed
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