Living a dream: Scott Walford, Mitchell Prowse’s hockey journey from Okanagan to Montreal

Scott Walford had a connection to Montreal before he committed to McGill University — one that caused him to rethink whether the Redbirds men’s hockey team were best for him despite having nearly everything he wanted. The Montreal Canadiens drafted the Coquitlam, B.C., product in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft but never signed him to an entry-level contract, letting…

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This boxer is using science to track her brain health, and helping researchers better understand head impacts

Claire Hafner’s chin is tucked in protectively behind her gloves. Just above them, her eyes are laser-focused, looking for an opening. Her arms shoot out like twin pistons, forcing the solid teen powerhouse she’s sparring with to retreat against the ropes. At 46, the Edmonton-based boxer is mulling over retirement but wants a Canadian title…

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