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Ontario Schools May Not Open if Cases Rise but Target Still Feb. 10: Ford

Ontario is still aiming to have all schools reopen for in-person learning by the middle of next week but a spike in COVID-19 cases could change those… Read more »

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These Are the Best Cars and SUVs in Canada for 2021

The autoTRADER.ca has announced 2021 autoTRADER.ca Awards after evaluating over 350 vehicle models against 12 specific criteria, which include overall excellence, value, innovation, technology and features, user-friendliness,… Read more »

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Toronto Fails to Make List of Final Three Host Cities for the 2026 Gay Games

Toronto has failed to make the three-city shortlist for the 2026 Gay Games. In August, the Ontario capital made the list of eight candidates cities from the… Read more »

New, Silver Mint Coin Commemorates History of Black Loyalists in Nova Scotia

New, Silver Mint Coin Commemorates History of Black Loyalists in Nova Scotia

  A new, $20 silver coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint to coincide with the start of Black History month commemorates the Black Loyalists who landed… Read more »

Canada’s First Floating Tidal Energy Array Launched Near Bay of Fundy

Canada’s First Floating Tidal Energy Array Launched Near Bay of Fundy

A large floating platform with six underwater turbines was launched today near the mouth of the Bay of Fundy, marking the latest high-tech bid to generate electricity… Read more »

Canada Given Only Verbal Reassurance From Europe on Vaccine Export Controls: Ng

Canada Given Only Verbal Reassurance From Europe on Vaccine Export Controls: Ng

  International Trade Minister Mary Ng says European leaders have given multiple promises that new export controls on COVID-19 vaccines won’t stop Canada’s vaccine shipments. But Ng… Read more »

Cineplex Curates Black History Month Slate of Films; Partners With the Black Academy

Cineplex Curates Black History Month Slate of Films; Partners With the Black Academy

Theatre giant Cineplex is celebrating Black History Month by offering a curated collection of over 100 films across Canada.
Titles including “Harriet” and “Selma” are available throughout the month on the Cineplex Store.

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Step 1: What is Allowed When Alberta Reopens Restaurants Dine-In, Indoor Fitness and Some Children’s Activities Effective Feb. 8

As part of step one, Alberta is allowing indoor and outdoor children’s sport and performance, indoor fitness, and reopening restaurants, cafes and pubs beginning February 8th.

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Feb. 8: Alberta to Ease Some COVID-19 Restrictions Including Dining in Restaurants

Alberta has announced that with hospitalizations dipping below 600, the province will reopen restaurants beginning February 8th. Alberta unveiled steps and benchmarks that will provide a transparent… Read more »

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Economist Intelligence Unit Says Canada Won’t Achieve Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Before Mid-2022

With Pfizer vaccines in short supply, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), a sister company to UK-based The Economist newspaper says Canada won’t achieve widespread COVID-19 vaccination until… Read more »

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Canada Ranks in World’s Top 15 Least-Corrupt Countries

Transparency International has released their Corruption Perceptions Index for 2020 and Canada has ranked as the 11th least-corrupt country in the world. According to Transparency International, the… Read more »

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Calgary, Surrey and Edmonton Top the List of Canada’s Sexiest Cities

PinkCherry, an online store for adult novelty, intimacy, and lingerie products, has revealed its ninth edition of the “sexiness” ranking of Canadian cities. The ranking was done… Read more »

Feb 1: Schools in Ottawa, Eastern Ontario, Southwestern, and Middlesex-London Public Health Units to Reopen for In-Person Learning

Feb 1: Schools in Ottawa, Eastern Ontario, Southwestern, and Middlesex-London Public Health Units to Reopen for In-Person Learning

Schools in four more public health units in southern Ontario will reopen for in-person learning on Monday, but students in several other regions will continue to learn… Read more »

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Jollibee Opens in West Edmonton

Popular fast-food chain Jollibee has opened a new restaurant in West Edmonton today and this will its fifth location in Alberta. Jollibee’s Jolly Crispy Chicken along with… Read more »

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Lowe’s Canada to Hire for 7,000 Job Openings for Spring 2021

Lowe’s Canada is looking to fill over 7000 full-time and part-time seasonal positions in its corporate and affiliated stores this spring. Based in Boucherville, Quebec, Lowe’s Canadian… Read more »

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Top Ideas For Weekend Getaway Trip to Calgary

Planning a weekend away in Calgary? This guide has everything from food to nightlife to live entertainment to where to stay, and more. Calgary is a bustling city full of amazing artists, incredible restaurants, and a lot of fun people to share it all with. Alberta’s biggest city has a lot to offer, just come and see for yourselves. You can easily whip up an itinerary from the following tips, so read on to find your perfect weekend plans in Calgary!

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Here is How You Can Get Kraft Dinner’s Pink Candy-Flavoured Mac and Cheese for Valentine’s Day

Kraft Canada is launching a limited-edition Candy KD for Valentine’s Day. The exclusive pink Candy KD features hints of sweet candy. Brian Neumann, Senior Brand Manager, Brand… Read more »

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25 Edmonton Shops to Get Valentine’s Day Gifts and Treats

Edmonton’s local shops, boutique stores, and florists are going to help make your Valentine’s Day something special. Our new normal doesn’t mean we can’t still celebrate and… Read more »

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These Are Cities That Top the List for Bed Bug Infestations in Canada for 2020

Orkin Canada, a pest control company, has released its annual list of the “bed-buggiest” cities in Canada for 2020. Toronto tops the list with Sudbury and Oshawa… Read more »

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Rideau Canal Skateway 2021 Season

  The Rideau Canal Skateway will open for the 2021 season on Thursday, January 28, 2021, 8:00 a.m. with a 2.4 km section of the Rideau Canal… Read more »

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Calgary Police Release Safety Tips After Multiple Women Groped While Walking Alone

The Calgary Police have released safety tips after an increasing number of reports of women being groped while walking alone. The incidents have occurred both during the… Read more »

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List of Manitoba COVID-19 Restrictions Easing From Jan. 23

The Manitoba government says it is easing some of its COVID-19 restrictions beginning Jan. 23 in all areas except the northern health region. Previous restrictions in the… Read more »

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Non-Essential Retail Stores, Some Personal Services Allowed Starting Jan 23 in Most of Manitoba

The Manitoba government is easing some of its COVID-19 restrictions in southern and central areas as case numbers continue to slowly drop. Starting Saturday, non-essential retail stores… Read more »

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Unique Island Camping on the Islands of North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton

Spend the perfect summer with an extraordinary glamping experience, something you’ve never experienced before — on the beautiful islands in the North Saskatchewan River. This glamping (glamorous… Read more »