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May 2020 Unemployment Rate Hits New Record Even as Economy Adds Jobs
Statistics Canada reports a record high unemployment rate as the economy added 289,600 jobs in May, with businesses reopening amid easing public health restrictions. The unemployment rate rose to 13.7… Read more »
Nature Conservancy of Canada Releases List of 308 Animals and Plants that Only Exist in Canada
For the first time, Canadian biologists have come up with a list of plants, insects and animals that live only in this country and say many of them are… Read more »
Free Cookbook: Try These 60 Amazing Canadian Cheese Recipes on National Cheese Day
Things are good and gooey for our Canadian cheese lovers during their special day: National Cheese Day. To celebrate, Tre Stelle has released “Say Cheese” a free… Read more »
Seniors to Receive COVID-19 Relief of $200 to $500 in July
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that seniors eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) will receive their special one-time, tax-free… Read more »
Second Phase COVID-19 Relaunch in Alberta Could Be Coming Sooner Than Later
Alberta’s top doctor says the second phase of the province’s relaunch after COVID-19 shutdowns could occur ahead of schedule.
Save 30 to 50% Through Edmonton’s Electric Vehicle Charger and Electric Bike Rebate Program
The city of Edmonton has launched several new environmental rebate programs and tools as part of Edmonton’s Strategic Plan. The programs include Electric Vehicle Charger and Electric… Read more »
Edmonton Reinstates Parking Fees in Epark Zones and City-Owned Parkades
The City of Edmonton has announced that parking fees in EPark zones and City-owned parkades will be reinstated on Monday, June 8. As per the news release:… Read more »
Art Gallery of Alberta to Reopen on June 4th With Prebooked Tickets
Alberta’s premier art gallery, the Art Gallery of Alberta will reopen on June 4. The AGA will offer exclusive admission to members during the opening weekend and… Read more »
Shack à Patate – Sherwood Park
Craving Poutine? Try the cheeseburger poutine made of fresh-cut french fries topped ground beef, gravy and cheese curds at Shack à Patate, the newest restaurant opening in… Read more »
Bird Strike Might Have Caused Snowbird Crash, Early Investigation Finds
The Royal Canadian Air Force says it’s focusing on a bird strike as the reason a Snowbird plane crashed in British Columbia last month. A preliminary investigation… Read more »
Weather Network Forecasts ‘Abundance’ of Warm Weather for 2020 Summer
The Weather Network has released its summer forecast for the months of June, July, and August. As per the 2020 summer forecast, Canadians can expect an abundance… Read more »
Hunt for $100K Buried in Calgary and Edmonton
Interested in a treasure hunt for $100,000? Following the success of the inaugural Gold Hunt which was held in July 2019, the group has created a treasure… Read more »
List of Parks Canada National Parks and Historic Sites Open From June 1
Parks Canada is reopening some of the national parks and historic sites from June 1, 2020. Some trails, day-use areas, green spaces and recreational boating will be… Read more »
Watch NASA-SpaceX Launch Astronauts to Space Station Live on May 30
After nearly a decade, NASA-SpaceX will undertake the human space launch from North America. This historic event, named Demo-2, is set for Wednesday, May 27, 2020, when… Read more »
Alberta Distributing 20 Million Masks Through Fast Food Drive-Thru Locations
Alberta plans to distribute 20 million non-medical masks for free at hundreds of drive-thru fast-food restaurants. Health Minister Tyler Shandro says it’s one more way to keep Albertans… Read more »
Canada Announces Rules For Cruise Ships & Pleasure Crafts up to October 31, 2020
The government of Canada has announced updated measures pertaining to cruise ships and passenger vessels in Canadian waters during COVID-19 pandemic. This is in addition to the… Read more »
Poll: Alberta & Manitoba Premiers Have the Lowest Rating as Premiers Amid COVID-19
Angus Reid Institute has released the results of premiers’ performance survey that found an increase in most leaders’ approval ratings over the past few months as the… Read more »
The University of Alberta Botanic Garden to Reopen on June 1, 2020; Reservations Required for Entry
The University of Alberta Botanic Garden is reopening on June 1 with a set of safety measures in place so that visitors can enjoy the tranquility of… Read more »
COVID-19 Aid Programs Like CERB Will Have to End or Canada Could Be Looking at Tax Levels Not Seen for Generations
The federal government is in talks with business and labour groups to figure out the future of billions in emergency aid, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said one day after… Read more »
Make Fruit Scones Served during Garden Parties at Buckingham Palace – Recipe
On Queen’s Elizabeth’s 94th birthday, the Royal Family has shared a chocolate birthday cupcake recipe. Last week, the Royal Pastry Chefs shared their recipe for fruit scones… Read more »
Trudeau Seeks 10 Days of Paid Sick Leave for Workers in Bid for NDP Support
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he’ll push the provinces to give workers 10 days of paid sick leave a year as the country deals with the COVID-19… Read more »
Edmonton Reopening Playgrounds and Some Sports Fields From May 22; Valley Zoo From June 15th
The city of Edmonton announced it is reopening playgrounds, skateparks, tennis, pickleball, volleyball and basketball courts, disc golf, outdoor fitness parks and athletic tracks from May 22,… Read more »
This Is How Retail Customers are Behaving in Quebec Since the Reopening
More than two weeks after being allowed to reopen following the loosening of COVID-19 restrictions, Quebec store owners are finding that permission to open up doesn’t mean a… Read more »
Trudeau Promises $75M More for Off-Reserve Indigenous Services in Pandemic
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is sending $75 million to organizations that help Indigenous people living in urban areas and off reserves through the… Read more »