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Low Cost Lynx Air Adds Flights to Charlottetown From Calgary & Toronto; Offers 35% Off on All Routes

Lynx Air, Canada’s newest budget-friendly airline, has expanded its network by introducing Charlottetown as its latest destination, marking it the 22nd North American city in its route… Read more »

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CPP Enhancement: What You Need to Know About 2024 CPP Limits and Second Additional CPP Contribution

2024 is the year when the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) enhancement’s final stage takes effect. The Canada Pension Plan (CPP), a cornerstone of retirement income for Canadian… Read more »

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9 Getaways During Christmas/Winter Holidays on PEI

During Christmas time, PEI is covered in lights and snow that you can see for miles. Take a break from the holiday stress, and relax at one… Read more »

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Swiss Chalet’s 2023 Holiday Season Menu is Now Available

Swiss Chalet has brought back its holiday season menu featuring classic Quarter Chicken, BBQ ribs and sandwiches.   The festive menu for this season includes: Festive Special… Read more »

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Canada Launches 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline

Canada today launched the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, a new, national three-digit number dedicated to suicide prevention and emotional distress support. This helpline, available by both phone… Read more »

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Charlottetown’s Magical Christmas Festival Returns This Winter With Fun Family Activities, Entertainment & Holiday Shopping

Celebrate Christmas and holidays at Charlottetown’s magical Christmas Festival. Explore the town and enjoy fun activities, including horse and wagon rides. Meet Santa and watch him ride… Read more »

A&W Spices Up the Menu with New Spicy Dill Pickle Mama Burger

A&W Spices Up the Menu with New Spicy Dill Pickle Mama Burger

A&W, one of Canada’s leading burger chains, has just unveiled its newest creation: the Spicy Dill Pickle Mama Burger. As the latest entrant in the escalating pickle… Read more »

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From Reselling to Donating: Salvation Army Thrift Stores Appeals to Canadians For Donations

As Canada’s cost-of-living rises, The Salvation Army Thrift Store is facing a significant drop in donations of used clothing and household items. More people are seeking affordable options at thrift stores, but fewer are donating, with many choosing to resell their pre-loved items for additional income. This trend is straining the store’s ability to serve local communities.

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50 Fun Things to Do with Teens on Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is a charming place any time of the year. The small island province has many things to keep a teenager occupied, inside or outside, summer or winter. There are so many opportunities to enjoy the island, despite its relatively small size — here are some suggestions to help you decide what you should do!

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Canada’s Inflation Falls to 3.4% in May 2023, Here are the Highlights

The Consumer Price Index increased 3.4% year-over-year increase in May, marking the smallest rise since June 2021. Statistics Canada says this slowdown can be attributed to lower… Read more »

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McWrap Makeover: McDonald’s Canada Launches Refreshed Wrap Lineup

McDonald’s Canada has announced the launch of its revamped McWrap and Chicken Snack Wrap lineup, featuring a range of mouthwatering flavours made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Available… Read more »

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Urban Work Index: The Best Cities in Canada For Youth

In a comprehensive evaluation of the best cities for young professionals in Canada, the 2023 Urban Work Index, presented by RBC Future Launch and Youthful Cities, ranked… Read more »

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2023 Cavendish Beach Music Festival Announces Lineup For RBCxMusic Emerging Artist Stage

Experience the hottest emerging artists at the Cavendish Beach Music Festival! Get ready to discover the next big stars in the music industry at the RBCxMusic Emerging… Read more »

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Canada’s Royal Transition: King Charles III to Replace Queen Elizabeth II on $20 Bill and Coins

King Charles III’s reign will soon begin on Canadian Currency. Justin Trudeau on May 6th announced that King Charles III will replace the late Queen Elizabeth II… Read more »

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You Can Now Borrow Garden Tools and Assistive Technology From PEI Public Library

PEI Public Library Service is doing good on its mission of providing Islanders with diverse resources and materials to enhance their experiences and make them more accessible… Read more »

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Air Canada to Offer Free Onboard Wi-Fi Messaging Across Its Fleet

Air Canada and Bell have announced a new partnership aimed at elevating the customer experience and offering added benefits for newcomers and visitors to Canada. Starting May… Read more »

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PEI’s Cloggeroo Folk Festival Announces 2023 Lineup

Cloggeroo – the Island Folk Festival, the most diverse festival on Prince Edward Island, has announced the lineup for its 2023 edition. This festival has something for… Read more »

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Canada’s Inflation Decreases to 4.3% in March

In March, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 4.3% year over year, marking a deceleration from February’s 5.2% increase, says Statistics Canada in the Consumer Price Index… Read more »

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Best Banks in Canada According to Forbes

Equitable Bank has secured the title of Canada’s best bank in Forbes’ 2023 World’s Best Banks list, marking the third consecutive year it has received this recognition…. Read more »

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Burger Battles: Charlottetown’s Restaurant Burger Fest Begins This Week

Hey there, foodies! Get your taste buds ready for an epic culinary showdown in Charlottetown! The city’s best restaurants are gearing up for the Burger Battles from… Read more »

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Meridian63°: Plan a Luxury Camping Getaway at These Off Grid Micro-Cabins on PEI

Meridian63° is where luxury camping meets the great outdoors in the heart of PEI. Located centrally between Charlottetown, Borden and Cavendish, Meridian63° has four off-grid micro-cabins inspired… Read more »

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Mysa Nordic Spa & Resort on PEI is Perfect For a Relaxing Getaway to the Island

Plan a getaway to the first Nordic Spa on Prince Edward Island! A perfect spot to rejuvenate, rewind and connect with nature, Mysa Nordic Spa & Resort… Read more »

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Mezza Lebanese Kitchen Opens New Restaurant on PEI

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen is spicing things up with the opening of its third location on Prince Edward Island. The new location at 9 Kinlock Road in Stratford… Read more »

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Stay in a Floating Wine Barrel on Your Next Trip to PEI

Enjoy all that the quaint town of Murray Harbour, located an hour’s drive from Charlottetown, has to offer from one of kind “wine barrel” floating cabin. If… Read more »