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IKEA Recalls Garlic Press Over Risk of Metal Ingestion
IKEA has issued a recall for its black IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL Garlic Press following concerns that small metal fragments could detach from the product during use. The… Read more »
Tim Hortons Launches Donut Contest with $10K Prize and Test Kitchen Trip
Tim Hortons has launched a nationwide contest inviting Canadians to submit original donut ideas for a chance to win $10,000 and a trip to the company’s Test… Read more »
Cathedral Park to Partially Reopen for Hiking and Camping on June 20
Cathedral Park will partially reopen to visitors on June 20, 2025, nearly a year after the Crater Creek wildfire forced its closure. The reopening includes select hiking… Read more »
50+ Bucket List Ideas for a Summer Trip to British Columbia
British Columbia is a mecca for outdoor and adventure lovers, as there is a multitude of activities available, and it is well known for activities like hiking,… Read more »
Northern BC Jet Boat Tours: Soak in Remote Hot Springs, Spot Grizzlies, and Navigate Rainforest Rivers on an Unforgettable Wilderness Tour
Northern BC Jet Boat Tours offers unforgettable adventures through Canada’s last truly untouched wilderness. From grizzly bear viewing and sea lion river tours to soaking in remote hot springs and exploring ghost towns, each excursion brings guests deep into the heart of coastal rainforests, glacier-fed rivers, and scenic fjords. Highlights include the world’s largest intact coastal rainforest in the Kitlope, rich wildlife encounters, and unique overnight experiences.
A&W Launches Limited-Time Steakhouse Teen Burger
A&W Canada has added a new limited-time burger to its menu: the Steakhouse Teen Burger. Developed after testing over 50 variations, the burger features a combination of… Read more »
25% Off: California Launches Campaign to Reconnect with Canadian Travellers
California is reaching out to Canadians with a new tourism campaign, reminding them of the long-standing bond between the two regions—and offering real incentives to return. Unveiled… Read more »
Malahat SkyWalk Celebrates Mother’s Day with Free Entry for Moms and New Shuttle Service
Moms are getting a special treat this Mother’s Day weekend at one of Vancouver Island’s most scenic destinations. Malahat SkyWalk is offering free admission to moms, grandmothers,… Read more »
Air Canada Adds New Latin America Destinations and More Winter Flights
Air Canada is expanding its Latin America service for winter 2025–26 with new destinations and more flights on existing routes. The airline is increasing its seat capacity… Read more »
Canada Ranks Among Top 10 Countries for Air Quality, Study Finds
A new report from the Fraser Institute ranks Canada as having some of the cleanest air among 31 high-income countries in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and… Read more »
Trump Says He Had an “Extremely Productive” Call With “Prime Minister Mark Carney, of Canada”
Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald J. Trump held a phone call on Friday to discuss the future of the bilateral relationship between the two… Read more »
Camping Reservations For Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Park Open April 2
Camping reservations for the entire Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Provincial Park will open at 7 a.m. on April 2, 2025, for arrivals beginning June 26…. Read more »
McDonald’s Introduces Limited-Time Minecraft Movie Meal Ahead of Film Release
McDonald’s is launching a special Minecraft Movie Meal ahead of the release of A Minecraft Movie, which debuts in theatres on April 4. This limited-time offering will… Read more »
February Rental Prices Drop to Lowest Level Since July 2023
The average rent for residential properties in Canada fell to $2,088 in February, marking a 4.8% annual drop, according to the latest National Rent Report from Rentals.ca… Read more »
Applying for a New Canadian Passport? Feds Say 30 Days or Your Money Back
The Federal government has introduced a 30-business-day service guarantee for passport processing. Per the news release, if a completed application is not processed within this timeframe, applicants… Read more »
Federal Minimum Wage to Increase by 45 cents on April 1
Canada is increasing the federal minimum wage by 45 cents based on the 2024 Consumer Price Index. The federal minimum wage will rise to $17.75 per hour… Read more »
A&W Canada’s $3.99 Stacker Burgers Returns For a Limited Time
A&W Canada has brought back its Stackers burger, featuring a house-made secret sauce, for a limited time. The burger, originally introduced in 2024, was developed with a… Read more »
B.C.’s Minimum Wage to Increase by 45 Cents Starting June 1
British Columbia’s lowest-paid workers will see a wage increase of 2.6% starting June 1, 2025. The province’s general minimum wage will rise from $17.40 to $17.85 per… Read more »
National Rent Report Feb 2025: Canada’s Average Rent Drops to 18-Month Low
The average asking rent for residential properties in Canada fell to $2,100 in January, marking an 18-month low, according to the latest National Rent Report from Rentals.ca… Read more »
Poll: Canadian Pride Rebounds Amid Trade Dispute With U.S., But Still Below 2016 Levels
Canada has seen a surge in national pride following recent trade tensions with the United States. A new poll by the Angus Reid Institute indicates a 10-point… Read more »
Van Isle Violet Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter For Canada’s West Coast on Groundhog Day 2025
Van Isle Violet, a Vancouver Island marmot residing at the Tony Barrett Mount Washington Marmot Recovery Centre, saw her shadow this morning and predicted six more weeks… Read more »
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 »
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 »
Lake Windermere Whiteway: Make the Best of Your Trip to the World’s Longest Ice Skating Trail
Eastern British Columbia’s Columbia Valley is a true hub of winter fun and adventure. The main communities along this scenic stretch of Highway 93 also help add… Read more »