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Randstad Canada: 15 Top Trending Jobs in Canada in 2023

Randstad Canada, a job consultancy and HR services company, says despite the economic slowdown there are many exciting job opportunities for seekers from all backgrounds, with a strong… Read more »

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Canada Welcomed Highest Number of Permanent Residents Ever in 2022

Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced today that Canada has surpassed the 2022 immigration target. Canada welcomed 431,645 new permanent residents in 2022, the… Read more »

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Top 22 Baby Names in Nova Scotia in 2022

Nova Scotians’ favourite baby name for 2022 is — Oliver. Nova Scotia’s Vital Statistics Bureau says the top 10 baby names this year are Oliver, Jack, Charlotte,… Read more »

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These Are Canada’s Top 10 Weather Events in 2022

Environment and Climate Change Canada has released its Top 10 Weather Stories list for 2022. This year, Canadians witnessed extreme weather, such as Fiona wallopping Eastern Canada,… Read more »

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Porter Airlines Announces Flights Between Halifax and Toronto Pearson

The four-star airline, Porter Airlines has announced that it will fly to Nova Scotia’s capital from Toronto Pearson Airport. Starting February 23rd, economy travellers can fly between… Read more »

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Canada Processed 4.8 Million Visa and Immigration Applications This Year

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says the department has processed approximately 4.8 million applications this year including citizenship, and temporary and permanent residence visas. As per… Read more »

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Uber Eats: These Canadian Cities Top the List of Best Tippers, Most Courteous and Pickiest Eaters

Uber Eats has released its annual Cravings Report, which aggregates the cities with the most polite while ordering food, with the most demanding eaters adding special instructions… Read more »

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GoFundMe: These Are the Most Generous Cities in Canada in 2022

GoFundMe has released its Annual Giving Report for the year 2022. The report highlights how the global GoFundMe community supports those in need. GoFundMe says 1 donation… Read more »

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All Federally Regulated Workers Across Canada Now Eligible For 10 Days of Paid Sick Leave Per Year

The federal government has announced that employees of all federally regulated private sectors are now eligible for 10 days of paid sick leave per year as the… Read more »

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Weather Network Releases 2022-2023 Winter Season Forecast

The Weather Network has released its winter forecast with a look ahead to what we can expect during December, January, and February. The agency says the strong… Read more »

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Canada Post Releases New Stamps For 2022 Christmas & Holidays

Canada Post has released new Christmas and holiday stamps to help you make your letter and cards merrier this festive season. The new Christmas stamp, inspired by… Read more »

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Hurricane Warning Issued For PEI, Parts of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland as Fiona Expected to Make Landfall Saturday Morning

Environment Canada has upgraded storm warnings to Category 1 Hurricane for PEI, parts of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. Fiona, currently a category 3 storm, is expected to… Read more »

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Fiona Expected to Impact Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec With Hurricane Force Winds and Rainfall Sept 24th

Residents are being warned to prepare for a hurricane-force storm “shaping up to be a severe event” in Atlantic Canada and eastern Quebec. Environment Canada has issued… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Declares September 19th a Provincial Holiday

Nova Scotia has declared Monday, September 19, 2022, as a provincial holiday in honour of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral service in London. The announcement follows the declaration… Read more »

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25 of the Best Places to See Brilliant Fall Colours in Nova Scotia

Grab a pumpkin-spiced latte and get ready for the ultimate fall day of leaf peaking when you travel throughout this gorgeous province. From the top of the… Read more »

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Fizzfest: Festival Celebrating Bubblies Debuting at Halifax Seaport Cider & Beerfest This Week

There is one more reason to get tickets for Halifax Seaport Cider & Beerfest happening this week. A carbonated event, Fizzfest, celebrating all things bubbly will debut… Read more »

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Immersive Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Exhibition Coming to Halifax This Week

You don’t have to travel to Rome to see the stunning frescos by Michelangelo adorning Sistine Chapel. This year, the exquisite work by one of the greatest… Read more »

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100 Family Fun Activities in Halifax Metro

Halifax is a truly special place that is the perfect balance of rural and urban areas, wrapped by the ocean into one beautiful region. Each area of… Read more »

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Step Inside Van Gogh’s Splendid Paintings in Halifax Starting Mother’s Day Weekend

Get ready to walk inside Van Gogh’s paintings starting this Mother’s Weekend. The event was initially planned to open last February and had to postpone due to… Read more »

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2022 TD Halifax Jazz Festival Announces Initial Lineup

Get ready to party on the Halifax Waterfront as TD Halifax Jazz Festival is returning after a pandemic-induced 2-year hiatus. The music festival will run from July… Read more »

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Great Annapolis Ride: This 2-Day Cycling Adventure Will Take You Through Nova Scotia’s Scenic Valley

Calling all human-powered two-wheeler enthusiasts! Take part in Great Annapolis Ride and set out on an exciting, 2-day adventure through Nova Scotia’s scenic Annapolis Valley. Enjoy a… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Parks’ 2022 Summer Camping Reservations to Open on April 5th

Planning a summer camping trip amidst Nova Scotia’s gorgeous beaches, thick forests, and rolling valleys? Then, mark your calendar as online reservations for the 2022 camping season… Read more »

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These are the Top 40 Baby Names in Nova Scotia in 2021

The favourite baby name for 2021 in Nova Scotia is — Olivia. Nova Scotia’s Vital Statistics Bureau says the top 10 baby names this year are Olivia,… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Announces New Restrictions Effective December 22, 2021 (List)

Nova Scotia has announced expanded restrictions today as the province reported 522 new cases of COVID-19. The new cases include 382 cases in Central Zone, 59 cases… Read more »