CBC Maritimes

For the first time, candidates from the Listuguj First Nation are running for municipal seats in Pointe-à-la-croix, Québec.

An historic municipal election campaign is shaping up in Pointe-à-la-Croix, Québec, a community linked by bridge with Campbellton,New Brunswick.
For the first time, members of the nearby Listuguj First Nation are eligible to vote and run as candidates. Alison Nothcott explained why that could lead to big changes in the neighbouring communities.


It's been 40 years since a medical team performed Atlantic Canada's first successful organ transplant. The success rate of those operations has been improving, but doctors say more donors are needed.
Last week, health care professionals, organ recipients and families of donors in the region's transplant community gathered in Halifax to share their stories. On Maritime Noon (click on October 15th podcast), we heard the story of Melva Eliot of St. John's Newfoundland. Her husband died of a stroke in  2007, and three of his organs were donated. She spoke frankly about that bittersweet experience - grieving for her husband, but also knowing that his organ donation was extending the lives of others.
We asked for your stories about involvement in organ donation, and our producer, Deb Woolway joined me to share some of those that we received.


Many people have a lackadaisical approach to maintaining their car, which means they aren't getting the best performance out of it.
Owning a car is a commitment - a commitment to keep it in the best shape possible. That will save you time and money,while helping the environment.
Doug Bethune had tips on keeping your vehicle performing safely and economically and answers to your automotive questions.