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Coronavirus: Rogers Offers Free Canada-Wide Long Distance, Global Roaming, Free TV Shows and Movies

In response to COVID-19, Rogers is offering free services and customer support including free access to TV shows and movies, Canada-wide long distance, and global roaming. FREE… Read more »

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Coronavirus: Lululemon Temporarily Closing All Stores in North America & Europe

Following the heels of multiple retailers across North America, Lululemon is temporarily closing all stores across North America and Europe due to Coronavirus from March 16th to… Read more »

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Do I Have Coronavirus: How to Self Assess Using Alberta Health Tool

With every sniffle and cough leading you to wonder whether you have coronavirus and causing you to call Public Health Lines, only to be put on hold… Read more »

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Saskatchewan Researchers Testing Vaccine for Coronavirus

Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is racing the clock to find a vaccine against SARS-CoV-2. VIDO-InterVac has announced… Read more »

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National Lacrosse League Suspends Season Due to COVID-19

National Lacrosse League has suspended all games in its 2020 season until further notice. NLL said, ” We will continue to evaluate this situation and remain in constant… Read more »

Justin Trudeau Announces $1 Billion to Combat COVID-19 in Canada

Justin Trudeau Announces $1 Billion to Combat COVID-19 in Canada

Justin Trudeau outlined Canada’s whole-of-government response to COVID-19, by establishing a more than $1 billion COVID-19 Response Fund, which includes already announced measures as well as new… Read more »

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How to Avoid Subscription Traps: “No-Strings Attached” Trial Offers – Competition Bureau of Canada

Competition Bureau of Canada is reminding Canadians to not get trapped into the “No-Strings Attached” trial offers. These so-called free, no-obligation trial products like a free trial… Read more »

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WHO Declares COVID-19 a Pandemic

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organisation’s director-general has declared COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) a pandemic. Globally there are more than 11300 cases of COVID-19 across 114 countries with… Read more »

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Play Tim Hortons’ Roll Up The Rim Contest Digitally and at the Restaurants

The 35th annual Roll Up The Rim To Win® starts from March 11 and runs for four weeks – until April 7. Tim Hortons’ annual Roll Up… Read more »

DIY Hand Sanitiser – How to Make Hand Sanitiser Based on WHO Recommended Hand Rub Formula

DIY Hand Sanitiser – How to Make Hand Sanitiser Based on WHO Recommended Hand Rub Formula

With the recent COVID-19 (coronavirus) scare, many of us are running to the local store to stock up on hand sanitisers. This has caused the cost of… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Restricts Entry to Long-term Care Homes to Those Who Have Travelled Outside the Country

Although there have been no recorded cases until now in Nova Scotia, the province is taking proactive measures to prevent coronavirus infections in its long-term care homes…. Read more »

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Best Canadian Universities: World Rankings of Canadian Universities

University of Toronto is the best university in Canada according according to QS Quacquarelli Symonds.

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March 4: Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates

The Bank of Canada has lowered its interest rate by half a percentage point to 1.25 per cent. After the rate cut, the bank rate is 1… Read more »

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4 New Novel Coronavirus Cases Confirmed in Greater Toronto Area

Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Ontario has confirmed four new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ontario, in addition to the 3 new cases confirmed… Read more »

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3 New Novel Coronavirus Cases in Ontario and One Patient was Symptomatic While on the Plane and Go Transit

Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Ontario has confirmed three new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ontario. Now the total cases in Ontario stands at… Read more »

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Wendy’s Serving Made in Canada Plant-Based Burger at Their Restaurants

As many customers are changing their food habits to become vegetarian/vegan, Wendy’s has started serving The Plantiful™, a plant-based burger crafted in Canada. Unlike Beyond Meat Burgers… Read more »

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10 Romantic Getaways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is home to many fantastic hotels with breathtaking views that offer wonderful romantic getaways that are a perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day with your… Read more »

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One of the World’s Largest Indoor Christmas Festival Will Illuminate Holiday Season Across Canada This Year

One of the world’s largest indoor Christmas festivals will be lighting up 7 Canadian cities this holiday season. Explore light trails, illuminated structures and themed rooms inspired… Read more »

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50 Summer Family Fun Activities and Adventures in Nova Scotia for Your Bucket List

Learn something new at the historic sites, stargaze, zip line, enjoy beach time and eat ice cream this summer!

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20 Reasons to Visit Annapolis Valley During Apple Blossom Festival

The Annapolis Valley is the Maritimes largest apple producer, so it is no wonder that they celebrate the coming of summer as the apple blossoms bloom. The… Read more »

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A large new entertainment complex will be opening soon in Darthmouth

Cineplex is opening Atlantic Canada’s first Playdium location in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Spanning 30,000 square feet, approximately two-thirds of the complex will be dedicated to games and… Read more »

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Things to Do during Winter/Christmas Holidays in St. John’s

Get out of the house, and keep busy this holiday season. There is a lot to do in St. John’s to enjoy the winter and keep the… Read more »

Etsy: Made in Canada 2017

Etsy: Made in Canada 2017

Etsy: Made in Canada is a national grassroots initiative celebrating the crafters, collectors and artisans in local communities across Canada. Etsy: Made in Canada is a community-led initiative run by Etsy Sellers and supported by Etsy. Each participating city is run by a group of dedicated Etsy Team Members

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Reserve Parks Canada Campgrounds for Summer 2017

Mark these dates on your calendar and reserve the campgrounds you want in camp in ASAP – with Canada topping 2017 travel destinations, you better reserve them soon.