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Hurricane Larry Likely to Impact Eastern Newfoundland This Friday

The category-3 hurricane which is near Bermuda today is predicted to arrive along the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia and southern Newfoundland Thursday.

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Dean Brody to Headline Country Summer Music Festival in Winnipeg

  If you have been missing the rhythm of live music, Assiniboia Downs is the place to go this weekend! On September 10 & 11, Winnipegers can… Read more »

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Watch Enchanting Performance by National Ballet of Canada at Terre Bleu Lavender Farm

As summer comes to an end, GTA’s famous lavender & sunflower farm, Terre Bleu Lavender Farm is closing out its season with an enchanting performance from the… Read more »

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Calgary Makes COVID-19 Vaccinations Mandatory For Its Employees

The city of Calgary has announced a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for its employees. Calgary City Manager David Duckworth announcing the policy said, “As the second largest… Read more »

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Alberta Restaurants and Pubs Will Have to Stop Liquor Service at 10 p.m. Starting Sept 4th

Alberta government announced today that starting September 4th, licensed establishments in the province will be required to end alcohol service at 10 p.m. This means that all… Read more »

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Manitoba Offering Free Admission to Provincial Parks This Labour Day Weekend 2021

Manitobans can once again enjoy free entry to provincial parks during the Labour Day long weekend. “We want all Manitobans to enjoy the amenities and the scenery… Read more »

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Alberta to Give $100 to Those 18+ Who Now Take COVID-19 Vaccines, Makes Masks Mandatory Indoors From Sept 4th

Alberta has announced a one-time incentive of $100 to all Albertans age 18 or older who receive a first or second dose of vaccine between Sept. 3 and Oct. 14.
Starting September 4th, the province is also making masks mandatory at all indoor public spaces and workplaces. Alberta pubs, restaurants and nightclubs will have to end alcohol service at 10 p.m.

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Manitoba to Recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Declares Sept 30th Holiday For Schools, Offices

Manitoba will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Minister Alan Lagimodiere announced today. The province will observe September 30th as… Read more »

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Things to Do This Labour Day Weekend in Canada

Whether you want to go hiking, visit a farm, or check out a local event this long weekend, you are sure to find something on this list.

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Scam Alert: Beware of Personalised Letters Bearing Canada Post Stamp Claiming to Send Inheritance From Hong Kong

Yesterday, a To Do Canada staff member in Toronto received a personalised letter with Canada Post stamp claiming to be from Bank of China’s Hong Kong branch…. Read more »

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Canadian Forces Snowbirds to Flyover Orangeville as Part of Bravery Park Opening

Canadian Snowbirds will fly over Bravery Park in Orangeville today at 9:25 a.m as part of the grand opening ceremony of the brand new park. The park… Read more »

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70 Per Cent of Albertans Aged 12 and Older Are Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Alberta says more than 70 per cent of eligible Albertans are now fully immunized against COVID-19 and 78.2 per cent of eligible Albertans have received at least one dose.

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You Can Now Get Two Hours of Free Parking at Calgary Chinatown

The City of Calgary, Calgary Parking Authority and Chinatown Business Improvement Area are partnering to offer free two-hour parking at CPA Lot 888 so that visitors can explore Chinatown’s culture and tasty delights for a longer duration.

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Take a Heritage Train Ride Through Mennonite Countryside to Elmira From St. Jacobs Market on Waterloo Central Railway

Take a ride on Kitchener-Waterloo’s famous heritage train through the Waterloo Region countryside on the historic railway branch between Waterloo and the Town of Elmira. Experience the ever-changing landscapes and enjoy the wide-open view of the countryside and the Mennonite farms which can only be seen on this train ride.

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Ontario Announces Deadlines For Renewing Driver’s Licences, Health Cards and Licence Plate Stickers

Ontario is reinstating renewal requirements for government ids and licences that would have expired on or after March 1, 2020. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario extended renewal… Read more »

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What You Need to Know About Ontario’s COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Program Effective Sept 22nd

Ontario has announced that the province will implement a vaccine certificate program to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19. Starting September 22nd, Ontarians and visitors will… Read more »

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IKEA Hosting In-Store Festival Across Canada Offering Discounts and Workshops This Month

Ikea will be hosting a festival featuring musicians, artists, chefs, designers and creators online and across 50 markets around the world this month. The free festival will… Read more »

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Alberta’s New Overdose Prevention App, DORS is Now Available in Calgary

Digital Overdose Response System app or DORS is now available for download in Calgary. The application is meant to protect those who are using recreational drugs when… Read more »

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Tickets for 2021 Halloween Haunt at Canada’s Wonderland is Now on Sale

Halloween Haunt at Canada’s Wonderland will be transforming the theme park into a scream park with hundreds of monsters, terrifying attractions and live shows.

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Canmore Highland Games Returns For Its 2021 Edition This Labour Day Weekend

The annual Canmore Highland Games is returning this labour day weekend for the 30th year. The festival has been running since 1991 and has become a celebrated… Read more »

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Edmonton to Reinstate Mandatory Indoor Masks Starting Sept. 3rd

The city of Edmonton is reinstating mandatory masks in all indoor public spaces starting at 12:01 a.m., Friday, September 3 to help contain the spread of COVID-19…. Read more »

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Alberta Offering Additional Vaccine Doses of Pfizer or Moderna to Those Who Got AstraZeneca or Mixed Doses

Alberta has announced that additional mRNA vaccine doses will be available to those who received the AstraZeneca vaccine or mixed doses of mRNA vaccines. Alberta says this change… Read more »

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Sept 1: Alberta Offering Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine to Vulnerable Residents, Additional Doses For Travel

Alberta has announced that starting Sept. 1, third doses of COVID-19 vaccine will be available for all seniors living in congregate care facilities and for immunocompromised Albertans…. Read more »

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Aurélie Rivard Wins Canada’s First Gold at Tokyo Paralympics

Aurélie Rivard has won Canada’s first gold medal at Tokyo Paralympic Games. St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec swimmer won the women’s S10 100m freestyle on Saturday in 58.14 seconds –… Read more »