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Feb 4: Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Canadian Goods & 10% on Energy

The U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all exports from Canada except energy, which will be… Read more »

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Groundhog Day Alberta: Will Balzac Billy See His Shadow on Feb 2nd?

Did you know that Alberta has a weather-predicting “squirrel”? Alberta’s Groundhog Day weather predictor, Balzac Billy, resides in Balzac, 24km north of Calgary. Unlike most other Canadian… Read more »

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Creep Into Their Hearts: Name a Toronto Zoo Cockroach for Your Valentine

Toronto Zoo and the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy are now hosting an online, “Adopt an Animal Valentine’s Day Special – Name-A-Roach” fundraiser. Those who donate to conservation… Read more »

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Odd Burger Rolls Out Plant-Based Pizza Across Canada

Plant-based fast-food chain Odd Burger has expanded its menu with the nationwide launch of plant-based pizza. Available at all locations, customers can now order from four 8-inch… Read more »

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Cheap Tickets: New FlixBus Stop Connects Toronto to Horseshoe Valley for Ski Season

FlixBus is making it easier for Ontarians to hit the slopes this winter with a new stop at Horseshoe Valley Resort, adding a key destination to its… Read more »

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Alice in Bloomland: Escape to the Warmth of a Whimsical Wonderland in Burlington

The Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is inviting visitors to dive into a world where reality bends and blossoms. Alice in Bloomland, a botanical exhibit inspired by Alice’s… Read more »

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Lainey Wilson Announces Whirlwind Tour: Here’s Where to See Her Live in Canada

Country music sensation Lainey Wilson is gearing up for her Whirlwind world tour, with multiple Canadian stops set for August and September. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will bring… Read more »

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The Weeknd Announces Stops in 4 Canadian Cities on After Hours Til Dawn Tour; Register Now for Tickets

Toronto native The Weeknd is set to hit the road this spring with his After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, kicking off May 9 in Phoenix and… Read more »

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Free Admission to Manitoba Provincial Parks During the Month of February 2025

Manitoba Provincial Parks will be free to visit for all during the entire month of February. Minister of Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced today…. Read more »

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Jann Arden Announces 2025 ‘Mixtape Tour’ Across Canada

Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden is set to embark on a nationwide tour in support of her new album, Mixtape. The 12-date tour, produced by Live Nation Canada,… Read more »

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World’s Largest: Royal Canadian Mint Unveils Massive 10kg Silver Maple Leaf Coin

The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled its largest Silver Maple Leaf coin. Known as the Big Silver Maple Leaf, the coin, a 10-kilogram numismatic piece made of… Read more »

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Tim Hortons’ Limited-Edition Donuts in Support of Special Olympics Available This Weekend

Tim Hortons is continuing its partnership with Special Olympics Canada for the sixth consecutive year. From January 31 to February 2, all proceeds from the sale of… Read more »

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Massive Snow Park Brings Spectacular Winter Sports Showdown to Mississauga This February

Celebration Square will transform into an urban snowpark next month for APIK Mississauga, presented by Samsung Galaxy. The event marks Ontario’s first competition of its kind, featuring… Read more »

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Jan 29: Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rate to 3%

Bank of Canada has reduced its policy rate by 25 basis points to 3%, bringing the Bank Rate to 3.25% and the deposit rate to 2.95%. The… Read more »

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Alberta Earns Top Grade in CFIB’s 2025 Red Tape Report Card

Alberta has once again received the highest overall grade, an “A”, in the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s 2025 Red Tape Report Card, marking its second… Read more »

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Porter Airlines to Introduce New Travel Rewards Credit Card

Porter Airlines, BMO, and Mastercard are launching the BMO VIPorter Mastercard in spring 2025, aiming to enhance travel rewards for Canadians. Per the news release, the new… Read more »

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It’s Official! Ontario Election Scheduled for February 27

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced today that the province’s next general election will be held on February 27, 2025. Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor, Edith Dumont, has formally agreed… Read more »

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Alberta’s Top Employers For 2025

Mediacorp Canada Inc. has announced the winners of Alberta’s Top Employers for 2025, recognizing organizations setting new standards for attracting and retaining talent in a competitive market…. Read more »

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2025 Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces Complete Lineup; Single Day Tickets Presale Jan 29

Ontario’s famous country music festival has announced the complete line-up for the 2025 edition. Republic Live, the organizers of Boots and Hearts Music Festival, announced headliners for… Read more »

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OREO Cakesters Debut in Canada with Pop-Up Shop in Toronto

OREO has officially launched its OREO Cakesters in Canada, a soft-baked twist on the classic cookie. To celebrate, a limited-time pop-up, “Willy Good Cake Shop,” is open… Read more »

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Incubus Announces Toronto Stop on Summer Tour Performing Morning View in Full

Incubus has announced a 13-city North American tour for summer 2025, where the band will perform their 2001 album Morning View in full alongside their hits. The… Read more »

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Simple Minds Announces Toronto Stop in June on Alive & Kicking Tour; Presale Jan 29

Simple Minds has revealed plans for their largest North American headline tour in 40 years. The UK band will perform across the United States and Canada, with… Read more »

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Harvey’s Adds FRINGS Poutine Nationwide for Limited Time

Harvey’s has unveiled its latest menu addition, FRINGS Poutine, combining two of its most popular sides. This new menu item combines crispy fries and golden onion rings… Read more »

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Federal Government Abandons Plans for Pickering Airport, Transfers Lands to Expand Rouge National Park

Anita Anand, Minister of Transport, today announced that the federal government will not pursue plans to develop an airport on the Pickering Lands, a 75 km² (18,600-acre)… Read more »