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When to Expect Interest Rate Hikes in Canada in 2023
Last December, the Bank of Canada increased the overnight rate to 4¼% marking the seventh rate increase of 2022. With the December 7th hike, the interest rates… Read more »
Calabogie Peaks Resort Hopes to Reopen on Jan 4th After Fire
Today morning, a fire destroyed the pumphouse which houses snowmaking equipment of Calabogie Peaks Resort. The resort located about 105 km from Ottawa is one of Ontario’s… Read more »
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 »
Factor: New Ready-to-Heat Meal Delivery Service Now Available in Ontario
HelloFresh, a popular meal kit delivery service, is debuting Factor, a ready-to-heat meal delivery service in Canada. Factor has been available in the US since 2012 and,… Read more »
Negative COVID-19 Test Required For Travellers to Canada From China, Hong Kong or Macao
Travellers two years of age and older arriving on flights originating from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao, will be required to present a… Read more »
2023 Astronomy Calendar: Look Up to Enjoy These Celestial Events
Though the new year, 2023, will not be an exciting year for eclipse watching in Canada, stargazers can look forward to watching some of the annual meteor… Read more »
Ontario Pharmacists Can Prescribe Medication For 13 Illnesses Starting Jan 1st
Ontarians can visit local pharmacies to get prescriptions for thirteen minor illnesses, such as rashes, pink eye, insect bites and urinary tract infections, the provincial government announced… Read more »
Doug Ford Shares Video on How to Decorate Cookies Ahead of Christmas
Ontario premier has a new “baking” video. The Christmas message reel is the second “cooking” video, Doug Ford has released. In the video titled “Decorate cookies with… Read more »
Hydro Ottawa Working to Restore Power to Over 10,000 Homes
Hydro Ottawa, which delivers electricity to approximately 353,000 homes and businesses in Ottawa and Casselman, is asking customers to be cautious and patient as the company works… Read more »
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 »
Get Lost in Giant Winter Maze in Hamilton This Christmas Break Feat. Train Rides, DJs and Food Trucks
Street Eats is bringing a giant maze to Hamilton beginning Boxing Day! The experience called Giant Winter Maze will feature a massive 120’x120’ winter-themed maze standing 7… Read more »
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 »
This is How to Make Sure Phone Call is From CRA Employee and Not a Scammer
Canada Revenue Agency has shared tips in a news release to ensure Canadians are not fooled by scammers pretending to be legitimate CRA employees. CRA wants you… Read more »
Osheaga Music Festival Reveals Headliners For 2023 Edition; Tickets on Sale Dec 16th
Montreal’s Osheaga Music and Arts Festival has announced headliners for its 16th edition. The festival will run from August 4 to 6 at Parc Jean-Drapeau with live… Read more »
Southern Ontario Can Expect Up to 25 cm of Snow Starting Dec 15th
Most of southern Ontario can expect heavy snow, strong wind gusts and the risk of freezing rain starting late Thursday morning according to the special weather statements… Read more »
These are the Top Baby Names in Ontario in 2021
Ontario has released the list of the most popular baby names for the year 2021. The baby girl name Olivia continues to top the list and is… Read more »
Ontario Nearly Doubles 18 km of Highway 401 in Greater Toronto Area
Ontario has expanded 18 kilometres of Highway 401 adding new lanes from Mississauga to Milton. The Highway 401 section from Credit River in Mississauga to Regional Road… Read more »
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 »
Watch Santa Claus Zipline From Quebec to Ontario
If you happen to be in Ottawa on December 22nd, you can catch Santa crossing the Ottawa River on the interprovincial zipline, Interzip Rogers. Interzip Rogers is… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Black Friday Deals: You Can Save Up to 35% Off on Tickets to Disney On Ice & Monster Jam Ontario Shows
Plan ahead to enjoy delightful live family shows in 2023. You can get up to 35 per cent off on tickets to Disney on Ice and Monster… Read more »
Canada Border Services Agency Shares Tips For Residents Travelling to the US For Thanksgiving or Black Friday Deals
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has shared tips for residents travelling to the U.S during the busy Thanksgiving (US) weekend. In addition to carrying all the… Read more »