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$39,483 – That is How Much Debt A Canadian Owe Due to Combined Federal and Provincial Debt

The Fraser Institute, an independent Canadian public policy research and educational organization has released 2019-20 report on how much debt, Canadian Federal and Provincial Budget deficits have… Read more »

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National Popcorn Day — Get FREE Popcorn at Cineplex Theatres

In celebration of National Popcorn Day, SCENE card holders can get a complimentary bag of Cineplex’s signature popcorn. You may like: Family Friendly Movies in Winter See… Read more »

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Canada Revenue Agency’s Tips on How to Avoid Being Scammed

Many Canadians are tricked into paying fake debts by scammers posing as Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) employees. To avoid this CRA has released guidelines on when and… Read more »

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Toronto House Prices Increased Almost As Much As The Income in 2019

It is no secret that the house prices in Greater Toronto area are quite high and has recovered from the 2018 slump (or the so called slump)…. Read more »

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Fly for Less than $20: Swoop Loonie Seat Sale

Swoop has launched The Loonie Seat Sale, offering 100,000 seats for a base fare of just a loonie, before taxes and fees. You can get tickets for… Read more »

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Ontario English Catholic Teachers Announce Province Wide 1 Day Strike

The Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) has announced that teachers in publicly funded Catholic district school boards across Ontario will not be reporting to work or… Read more »

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These are the Nine Must See Canadian Sites Showcased this Year by Canada Post

Canada Post has issued the thirds set of stamps in the multiyear From Far and Wide series. Like the last year’s release, the series focuses on some… Read more »

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Matchbox Twenty Announces 2020 Summer Tour

Matchbox Twenty, the multi-platinum, hit-making pop rock band, announced today a 50+ date summer tour. Produced by Live Nation, “Matchbox Twenty 2020” will get underway on July… Read more »

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World’s Largest Rubber Duck Returns this Summer to Toronto

World’s Largest Rubber Duck is returning to Toronto for the annual Redpath Waterfront Festival presented by Billy Bishop Airport, June 19-21, 2020. Standing 61 feet tall, 79… Read more »

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Did You Feel the Earthquake That Happened Near Montreal?

According to Earthquakes Canada, a seismic event of magnitude 3.6 hit south of Montreal – about 29 km SSE of Valleyfield, Quebec and 59 km E of… Read more »

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Solicitor General Sylvia Jones Issues An Apology For Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Emergency Alert

Solicitor General Sylvia Jones has released a statement in regards to the emergency alert that was sent out around 7:20 a.m. on Sunday, January 12, 2020 saying… Read more »

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Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Emergency Alert

Update: Pickering Nuclear Generating Station emergency alert issued in error, Ontario Power Generation. Solicitor General Sylvia Jones has issued an apology for Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Emergency… Read more »

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Wait Times for Health Care in Canada 2019

The median wait time for medically necessary treatment in Canada for the year 2019 was 20.9 weeks, up from 19.8 weeks wait time in 2018, finds a… Read more »

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Toronto Winter on the Cheap: Enjoy 2-for-1 tickets & Discounts During Spotlight Weekends

Want to enjoy the winter months to the fullest and at the same time keep your new year resolution of saving money? Tourism Toronto is launching a… Read more »

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$70 Million LOTTO MAX Jackpot Won in Brampton

Did you buy your $70 Million LOTTO MAX jackpot from Brampton? If so, check your ticket. Biggest lottery prize ever awarded in Canadian history was sold in… Read more »

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Starbucks Introduces Two New Plant-based Drinks

Starbucks has introduced two new plant-based drinks for the new decade. From today, you can get Almondmilk Honey Flat White and Coconutmilk Latte as part of Starbucks… Read more »

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These are Cities That Top the List for Bed Bug Infestations in Canada for 2019

Bed bugs, the insects that live on the blood of humans and animals, are efficient hitch hikers, and so it should come as no surprise when most… Read more »

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407 ETR New Rates – 2020

407 ETR is introducing seasonal toll rates in 2020. This means that drivers will pay more during busy season from May 1, 2020 to October 31, 2020 and less per kilometre in the spring (February 1, 2020-April 30, 2020) and winter (November 1, 2020-January 31, 2021) when traffic is lower compared to the summer when the highway is busiest.

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These are the not to be missed Boxing Day Deals at Best Buy

Most Best Buy Canada stores will open their doors early at 6:00 a.m on Boxing Day, December 26. Opening Hours: Online: The Boxing Day deals kick off… Read more »

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14 Eclectic and Exciting Food Experiences During 2020 Winterlicious

Toronto’s winter culinary celebration offers the perfect opportunity to discover delicious cuisine at more than 220 restaurants and experience unique culinary events. 2020 Winterlicious features 14 eclectic… Read more »

12 Ways to Welcome 2020 New Year’s Eve in Toronto if You’re Single

12 Ways to Welcome 2020 New Year’s Eve in Toronto if You’re Single

Whether you want to enjoy a show, watch fireworks, meet someone new, kick start your new year resolutions, or learn traditional ballroom/latin dances (no partner required), you will find something in this list to suit your taste.

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Movies Releasing during Winter 2019-20

A list of family friendly movies releasing in Canada from November 21 to March 31, 2020 to add to your “to see” list.

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Long, Cold and Snowy Winter Predicted for this Winter Season

The Weather network has released its annual winter forecast for the 2019-2020 season and much of Canada is in for a long cold, snowy winter. According to… Read more »

Giant Emoji Installation will Pop Up at Various Locations in Toronto

Giant Emoji Installation will Pop Up at Various Locations in Toronto

A giant Thinking Emoji will pop up in unusual locations around Toronto to question what it means to be you in today’s digital world.