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Sandwich Friends: Saskatchewan Girl Wins Global Ikea Soft Toy Drawing Competition

A nine-year-old from Saskatchewan has won the annual Global Ikea Soft Toy Drawing Competition. Kids from across the globe participate in the annual competition for an opportunity… Read more »

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Tim Hortons Reveals 2021 Roll Up To Win Prizes, Starts March 8

Roll Up To Win kicks off today and runs through April 4. All Rolls must be revealed by April 18.

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10 Inspiring Women of Ontario

Never underestimate the power of a person with a dream. The women featured in this list have found the drive to reach the pinnacle of their athletic… Read more »

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15 Inspiring Canadian Women You Should Know About

Virtually every woman has more than one role in her life, whether they are divided between professional and personal realms. However, the women in this list have… Read more »

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You Can Now Get Plant-Based Meatballs at Ikea

Ikea has introduced plant-based meatballs – plant ball – in its restaurants and food markets across Canada.

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Best Canadian Whiskies for 2021

The winners of the eleventh annual Canadian Whisky Awards which recognize the very best Canadian whiskies have been announced and nine independent whisky experts named Canada’s oldest whisky,… Read more »

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Mr. No More: Mr. Potato Head Toys Go Gender Neutral to Promote Equality and Inclusion

Hasbro is doing its part to promote gender equality and inclusion by making sure all feel welcome in the Potato Head world by dropping “Mr.” from the… Read more »

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City of Toronto Cancels 2021 In-Person Events and Festivals Including Canada Day Until July 1

The city of Toronto has announced that it is cancelling in-person major outdoor events to July 1, including Canada Day parades, festivals and fireworks. All City-led major… Read more »

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Visit Ontario Parks for Free with Day-Use Passes From These Ontario Public Libraries

You can now visit Ontario parks for free by borrowing day-use permits to Ontario Parks from participating Ontario libraries.

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Alberta Parents to Receive $561 Per Child Towards Child Care

  Alberta government is providing a new, one-time payment to help parents with the cost of child care. The payment of $561 is available for families with… Read more »

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You Can Now Buy An Ikea Tiny House on Wheels

If you are looking to get on to the tiny homes trend and an Ikea fan, then Ikea is bringing Ikea Tiny House to North America. Ikea’s… Read more »

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Chick-fil-A to Open 3 New Restaurants in Toronto and Kitchener

Chick-fil-A is continuing it Canadian expansion with three new restaurants in Ontario. Currently, there are two Chick-fil-A restaurants in Toronto at Yonge & Bloor and in Yorkdale… Read more »

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Name Canada’s Future RCMP Police Dogs: Name the Puppy Contest 2021

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is asking for your help in naming 13 German shepherd puppies at the Police Dog Service Training Centre in Innisfail, Alberta. RCMP… Read more »

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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibition Coming to Edmonton Expo Centre this Spring – 2021

Get ready to walk inside Van Gogh paintings this spring in Edmonton. An immersive Van Gogh Exhibit, that showcases the famed artist’s renowned works through stunning projection… Read more »

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Tim Hortons Roll Up The Rim Goes Fully Digital, Roll Up To Win Starts March 8, 2021

Tim Hortons’ famous Roll Up the Rim is going completely digital this year with Roll Up To Win contest. Tim Hortons says as part of 2021 digital… Read more »

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List of 27 Ontario Health Units Moving to Grey, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green Zones on Feb 16, 2021

Eleven Ontario health units will be placed under the tightest restrictions short of a full lockdown when they return to the province’s colour-coded pandemic response framework next… Read more »

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Several Extreme Cold Records Smashed in Saskatchewan

Environment Canada says several low-temperature records were broken across Saskatchewan as most of the province continues under extreme cold warnings with wind chill values between -40°C and… Read more »

Ontario Extends Lower Electricity Price During Lockdown Until Feb 22, 2021

Ontario Extends Lower Electricity Price During Lockdown Until Feb 22, 2021

  The Ontario government is extending electricity rate relief and will continue to hold electricity prices to the off-peak rate of 8.5 cents per kilowatt-hour until February… Read more »

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Health Canada Says Baby Foods Safe After U.S. Investigates Levels of Toxic Metals

Health Canada is reassuring parents that baby foods sold in the country are safe after reviewing the results of a U.S. investigation into levels of toxic metals… Read more »

Ontario to Begin Phased Reopening of Economy Starting Feb 10: Government Source

Ontario to Begin Phased Reopening of Economy Starting Feb 10: Government Source

Ontario will begin to gradually reopen its economy next week, starting with regions that have fewer COVID-19 cases, The Canadian Press has learned. Premier Doug Ford is… Read more »

Low COVID-19 Count Prompts Nova Scotia to Start Easing Restriction on Gatherings

Low COVID-19 Count Prompts Nova Scotia to Start Easing Restriction on Gatherings

McNeil says as of Monday and for the next month, gathering limits will be increased to 150 people outdoors and to 50 per cent of an indoor venue’s capacity to a maximum of 100 people.

WestJet to Lay off 120 Cabin Crew Members as of March 2, Citing Flight Suspensions

WestJet to Lay off 120 Cabin Crew Members as of March 2, Citing Flight Suspensions

WestJet Airlines Ltd. will lay off 120 cabin crew members as of March 2, blaming the measure on the lack of flights to Mexico and the Caribbean…. Read more »

B.C.’s Top Doctor Extends COVID-19 Limits For ‘Hard Push’ Before Vaccinations

B.C.’s Top Doctor Extends COVID-19 Limits For ‘Hard Push’ Before Vaccinations

British Columbia’s provincial health officer has extended COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings in order to slow down the spread of the virus amid concerns about new variants. Dr…. Read more »

Lawyer Sues Critics After Backlash Against His Comments on Women and Race

Lawyer Sues Critics After Backlash Against His Comments on Women and Race

A lawyer whose comments on women and race sparked a social media backlash has filed a claim for damages against his critics, who complained about his conduct… Read more »